
Danville, WV West Virginia 25053
When you require your chimney inspected, we are available and ready to help! We offer a full range of chimney services including cleaning, maintenance, and repairs. Just give us a call and we can assist with your chimney needs!
Customer happiness is our #1 priority. We proudly provide fast response times and the best quality services for all our chimney inspection customers.
A fundamental inspection called a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without using any special tools. A professional will check all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will also inspect to see to it there is absolutely nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. If you have never had any kind of problems in the past with routine use of your fireplace, this is the recommended inspection.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is a lot more comprehensive. This will include everything that is carried out with a standard evaluation with the addition of a cam or other device to check the whole flue and also interior chimney structure. It would additionally include an inspection of the attic and also any areas surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of assessment carried out during a real estate deal for the sale or purchase of a property. It's likewise recommended if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, chimney fires, or any kind of event which might have impacted the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you've made a great deal of adjustments in the way you use your fire place, then the more comprehensive assessment is also recommended.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the assessments done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet also consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is only done in severe situations when it is definitely needed in order to confirm the safety and security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be performed once a year and maintained as required.