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A basic assessment called a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without using any special devices. A service technician will inspect all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand held light to ensure that there is no damage or deterioration. They will likewise check to ensure there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any kind of problems in the past with regular use of your fireplace, this is the suggested inspection.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is extra extensive. This will include everything that is completed with a fundamental inspection with the addition of a camera or other tool to check the whole flue and internal chimney structure. It would likewise include an evaluation of the attic and any areas surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of assessment carried out during a property transaction for the sale or purchase of a property. It's likewise recommended if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, chimney fires, or any event which might have impacted the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you have actually made a lot of changes in the way you use your fireplace, then the more extensive evaluation is additionally suggested.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the assessments performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but also includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is just done in extreme situations when it is definitely necessary in order to verify the safety and security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out yearly and maintained as required.