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A standard assessment called a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without using any type of special tools. A service technician will check all the basic structures that are accessible with a hand-held light to make sure that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will additionally examine to make certain there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any problems in the past with regular use of your fire place, this is the advised inspection.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is extra detailed. This will consist of everything that is completed with a fundamental inspection with the addition of a camera or other device to inspect the whole flue and also interior chimney structure. It would likewise include an assessment of the attic and any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of evaluation done during a property deal for the sale or purchase of a home. It's additionally suggested 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've made a lot of modifications in the way you use your fireplace, then the more thorough evaluation is likewise suggested.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the assessments carried out in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet additionally includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is only done in severe circumstances 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 carried out once a year and maintained as needed.