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A fundamental inspection known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without using any type of special devices. A technician will inspect all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or deterioration. They will likewise inspect to make certain there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or build up. If you have never had any kind of issues in the past with routine use of your fire place, this is the recommended evaluation.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is more detailed. This will include everything that is completed with a fundamental assessment with the addition of a electronic camera or other tool to check the entire flue and interior chimney structure. It would also include an assessment of the attic and any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of evaluation carried out during a property deal for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's likewise recommended if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any type of event which might have affected the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you've made a lot of modifications in the way you utilize your fire place, then the more comprehensive examination is likewise recommended.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the assessments done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet also includes the removal of portions of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is just carried out in severe situations when it is absolutely needed in order to validate the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be done annually and maintained as needed.