
Leewood, WV West Virginia 25122
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A standard evaluation referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without the use of any special tools. A specialist will inspect all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a hand-held flashlight to see to it that there is no damage or deterioration. They will also inspect to make certain there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or build up. If you have not had any kind of issues in the past with regular use of your fireplace, this is the suggested evaluation.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is much more in depth. This will include everything that is carried out with a basic evaluation with the addition of a camera or other tool to inspect the entire flue and also interior 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 inspection carried out during a property purchase for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's likewise advised if you have had recent damage, quakes, 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 lot of modifications in the way you utilize your fireplace, then the more in-depth evaluation is also suggested.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations carried out in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but also includes the removal of portions of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is only done in serious situations when it is absolutely necessary in order to validate the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be done annually and maintained as required.