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Evaluations for Insurance Claims When you need an accurate, honest opinion about the condition of a chimney, fireplace, or heating appliance after damage has occurred we are here to help. Our reputation is based on a long history of giving complete, accurate evaluations of damages and the most cost-effective methods of repair. And since we have forensic training, we can offer a more complete report than other chimney inspection companies. Description
of Inspection Levels 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. Only for
pre-fabricated chimneys and masonry chimneys that a chim-scan camera will not
fit into. NOT for insurance evaluations. **Level II includes Level I
evaluation Plus
an internal camera inspection to check for internal and external damages to the
chimney structure,
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 is the level
of inspection you want for a normal insurance claim for damages by chimney fire.
Damages due to explosion or lightning strike may require a Level III evaluation. 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.
To order an evaluation of a chimney, please copy this PDF file and fill out, then fax to us at 816-461-3665
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