
Washington, WV West Virginia 26181
When you require your chimney inspected, we are available and prepared to assist! We offer a full range of chimney services including cleaning, maintenance, and repairs. Just give us a ring and we can assist with your chimney needs!
Customer satisfaction is our top priority. We happily provide fast response times and high quality services for all our chimney inspection customers.
A standard assessment known as a Level 1 inspection is a visual evaluation without the use of any kind of special tools. A technician will inspect all the basic structures that are accessible with a light to make certain that there is no damage or degeneration. They will likewise check to ensure there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or leaves. If you have never had any type of issues in the past with routine use of your fire place, this is the advised evaluation.
An advanced assessment, or Level 2 inspection, is much more detailed. This will consist of everything that is executed with a standard assessment with the addition of a electronic camera or other device to check the whole flue and also internal chimney structure. It would also include an evaluation of the attic and also any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of assessment executed during a property purchase for the sale or purchase of a residential or commercial property. It's also advised if you have had recent damage, earthquakes, 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've made a great deal of modifications in the way you use your fire place, then the more in-depth evaluation is also recommended.
A Level 3 inspection includes all the assessments done in Level 1 and 2 inspections, but additionally includes the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is only done in serious circumstances when it is definitely needed in order to validate the safety and security of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association suggests that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be performed once a year and maintained as required.