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A basic assessment known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without making use of any special tools. A service technician will examine all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand-held light to see to it that there is no damage or degeneration. They will additionally check to ensure there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any issues 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 detailed. This will include everything that is carried out with a fundamental inspection with the addition of a video camera or other device to check the whole flue and internal chimney structure. It would also include an evaluation of the attic as well as any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of assessment carried out during a real estate purchase for the sale or purchase of a residential property. It's additionally advised if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, 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 have actually made a lot of changes in the way you use your fire place, then the more extensive evaluation is likewise advised.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations carried out 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 just done in severe circumstances when it is definitely necessary in order to confirm the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association suggests that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out yearly and maintained as required.