
Mount Zion, WV West Virginia 26151
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A basic inspection referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without making use of any kind of special tools. A service technician will inspect all the fundamental structures that are accessible with a hand-held light to ensure that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will additionally examine to make sure there is absolutely nothing blocking the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any type of concerns in the past with normal use of your fireplace, this is the advised evaluation.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is extra detailed. This will include everything that is executed with a basic inspection with the addition of a video camera or other tool to inspect the whole flue and also interior chimney structure. It would additionally include an inspection of the attic and any areas surrounding the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of inspection executed during a property deal for the sale or purchase of a residential property. It's likewise suggested if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, chimney fires, or any type of event which may 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 changes in the way you use your fire place, then the more comprehensive assessment is also advised.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations executed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, yet also includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building like the chimney crown or masonry. This type of inspection is only done in extreme situations when it is absolutely needed in order to verify the security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association advises that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be executed once a year and maintained as required.