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A basic assessment called a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without using any special tools. A professional will inspect all the standard structures that are accessible with a light to make certain that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will additionally examine to ensure there is nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any type of problems in the past with normal use of your fire place, this is the recommended evaluation.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is extra detailed. This will consist of everything that is completed with a fundamental inspection with the addition of a cam or other device to inspect the entire flue and inner chimney structure. It would likewise include an assessment of the attic and also any locations surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of inspection carried out during a real estate transaction for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's also recommended if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any kind of event which might have affected the structure of the chimney. If you're preparing to have a chimney relining or you have actually made a great deal of modifications in the way you use your fire place, then the more extensive evaluation is also suggested.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the assessments performed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but also consists of the removal of portions of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This sort of inspection is only done in extreme circumstances when it is absolutely needed in order to validate the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association suggests that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be executed yearly and maintained as required.