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A standard inspection called a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without making use of any kind of special tools. A service technician will check all the basic structures that are accessible with a light to see to it that there is no damage or degeneration. They will additionally inspect to make certain there is absolutely nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any type of concerns in the past with routine use of your fire place, this is the advised inspection.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is much more in depth. This will consist of everything that is carried out with a basic evaluation with the addition of a video camera or other tool to examine the whole flue as well as interior chimney structure. It would likewise include an assessment of the attic as well as any locations bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the kind of inspection executed during a property deal for the sale or purchase of a property. It's also suggested 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 fireplace, then the more thorough examination is also advised.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the evaluations performed 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 sort of inspection is just carried out 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 performed annually and maintained as needed.