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A standard assessment referred to as a Level 1 inspection is a visual inspection without making use of any special devices. A specialist will inspect all the standard structures that are accessible with a hand held flashlight to make certain that there is no damage or wear and tear. They will additionally inspect to make certain there is nothing obstructing the chimney such as birds nests or debris. If you have not had any type of issues in the past with routine use of your fireplace, this is the advised evaluation.
An advanced evaluation, or Level 2 inspection, is extra comprehensive. This will consist of everything that is completed with a standard evaluation with the addition of a camera or other tool to check the entire flue and also inner chimney structure. It would likewise include an assessment of the attic and any areas bordering the chimney.
A Level 2 inspection is the type of evaluation carried out during a real estate transaction for the sale or purchase of a home. It's also recommended if you have had recent damage, quakes, 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 modifications in the way you use your fireplace, then the more extensive examination is also advised.
A Level 3 inspection consists of all the evaluations executed in Level 1 and 2 inspections, however also consists of the removal of parts of the chimney or building such as the chimney crown or masonry. This kind of inspection is just performed in extreme situations when it is definitely needed in order to verify the safety of the chimney.
The National Fire Protection Association advises that at minimum a Level 1 inspection be carried out annually and maintained as required.