
Monterville, WV West Virginia 26282
When you need your chimney inspected, we are available and prepared to assist! We offer a full range of chimney services including cleaning, maintenance, and repairs. Simply give us a call and we can assist with your chimney needs!
Customer satisfaction is our top priority. We proudly offer rapid response times and top quality services for all our chimney inspection customers.
A fundamental inspection called a Level 1 inspection is a visual assessment without the use of any special devices. A specialist will inspect all the basic structures that are accessible with a flashlight to ensure that there is no damage or deterioration. They will additionally inspect to see to it there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or build up. If you have not had any kind of concerns in the past with routine use of your fire place, this is the suggested evaluation.
An advanced inspection, or Level 2 inspection, is extra detailed. This will include everything that is executed with a standard assessment with the addition of a electronic camera or other device to inspect the whole flue as well as interior chimney structure. It would also include an assessment of the attic as well as any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the sort of assessment done during a property deal for the sale or purchase of a property. It's additionally advised if you have had recent damage, quakes, chimney fires, or any event which may 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 fireplace, then the more comprehensive examination is also recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations executed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however additionally consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is just done in severe circumstances when it is absolutely necessary in order to verify the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association suggests that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be done once a year and maintained as required.