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A basic evaluation known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without making use of any type of special devices. A specialist will check all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or degeneration. They will also check to make certain there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. If you have not had any kind of issues in the past with normal use of your fire place, this is the suggested evaluation.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is more detailed. This will consist of everything that is executed with a basic assessment with the addition of a electronic camera or other device to examine the entire flue and also interior chimney structure. It would likewise include an evaluation of the attic and any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of evaluation performed during a real estate transaction for the sale or purchase of a home. It's also recommended if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, chimney fires, or any kind of event which may have impacted the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you have actually made a lot of modifications in the way you use your fireplace, then the more comprehensive evaluation is likewise recommended.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the assessments performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet also includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is just carried out in extreme situations when it is definitely necessary in order to validate the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be executed yearly and maintained as needed.