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Description of Inspection Levels

We follow NFPA 211 Standards for inspections

Level I is a visual inspection of readily accessible areas of the chimney structure and flue and basic appliance installation and connection. There must be a lack of obstruction or combustible deposits in the flue. Included with all chimney cleanings and for furnace flues that are next to a fireplace flue.
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Level II includes Level I visual inspection Plus proper clearances from combustibles in accessible locations, proper construction and condition of accessible portions of the chimney structure and all enclosed flues, all accessible portions the chimney exterior and interior, including areas within accessible attics, crawl spaces, and basements. Includes inspection by video camera scanning.
This level of inspection is required by NFPA 211 when a house is sold or when an appliance is changed, or prior to relining a chimney as of 2000.

Note:
 We clean all masonry chimneys if necessary prior to the inspection in order to properly view the interior flue.
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Level III includes Level II inspection, Plus proper construction and condition of concealed portions of the chimney structure and flues (this requires demolition or removal of portions of the building where necessary). This type of inspection is used for cause and origin fire investigations or when a chimney has known damages such as a chimney fire or lightning strike. The customer must specifically request this type of inspection in order for us to complete it.

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