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A standard assessment known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without making use of any special devices. A specialist will examine all the basic structures that are accessible with a light to make certain that there is no damage or degeneration. They will likewise inspect to make certain there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have never had any type of concerns in the past with routine use of your fire place, this is the suggested inspection.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is extra in depth. This will consist of everything that is completed with a basic assessment with the addition of a video camera or other device to examine the whole flue and internal chimney structure. It would additionally include an evaluation of the attic and any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of inspection executed during a property transaction for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's likewise suggested if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any 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 adjustments in the way you utilize your fire place, then the more thorough evaluation is likewise recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the assessments performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however also consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is only performed in extreme circumstances when it is definitely needed in order to validate the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association advises that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be executed annually and maintained as required.