
Alloy, WV West Virginia 25002
When you need your chimney inspected, we are here and prepared to help! We provide a full range of chimney services including cleaning, maintenance, and repairs. Just give us a ring and we can assist with your chimney needs!
Customer happiness is our #1 priority. We happily offer rapid response times and top quality services for all our chimney inspection customers.
A fundamental evaluation called a Level 1 inspection is a visual examination without making use of any special devices. A specialist will check all the basic structures that are accessible with a hand held flashlight to ensure that there is no damage or degeneration. They will also inspect to make certain there is absolutely nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or build up. If you have not had any kind of issues in the past with regular use of your fire place, this is the suggested evaluation.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is more extensive. This will include everything that is executed with a fundamental evaluation with the addition of a video camera or other device to inspect the entire flue and inner chimney structure. It would additionally include an assessment of the attic as well as any areas surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of inspection executed during a real estate transaction for the sale or purchase of a property. 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've made a lot of modifications in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more extensive examination is additionally suggested.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations carried out in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however additionally consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is only done in serious situations when it is definitely necessary in order to validate the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association advises that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out once a year and maintained as required.