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A standard assessment referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without using any special devices. A service technician will examine all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a hand held light to ensure that there is no damage or deterioration. They will likewise check to make sure there is absolutely nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or build up. If you have not had any problems in the past with regular use of your fire place, this is the advised evaluation.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is extra detailed. This will consist of everything that is completed with a fundamental evaluation with the addition of a video camera or other tool to check the entire flue and interior chimney structure. It would additionally include an inspection of the attic and also any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of evaluation done during a property transaction for the sale or purchase of a property. It's likewise recommended if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any type 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 lot of modifications in the way you utilize your fire place, then the more comprehensive assessment is additionally advised.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations executed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet additionally includes the removal of portions of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is just carried out in extreme situations when it is definitely necessary in order to verify the safety and security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association advises that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out yearly and maintained as needed.