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Monday, August 25, 2014

The Three Levels of Chimney Inspections



Chimney inspections can be a fairly confusing topic. Most people think that there is only one type, but there are actually three! We here at Guardian Chimney provide chimney inspections for Bergen County homes, so we thought we would briefly outline each type of inspection and what it looks for.

Level One Chimney Inspections
These are the most common type of chimney inspections. A technician will come to your home and inspect the readily accessible parts of your chimney, including the interior and exterior, crawl spaces, attics and more. This is a great way to figure out if your chimney needs any basic repairs. The technician will use a flash light and, if needed, a screwdriver or pliers to examine any openings. There are no other special tools required for this kind of inspection.

Level Two Chimney Inspections
A homeowner needs this type of chimney inspection after a big event, like a severe thunderstorm, or if the homeowner is trying to sell the home. These chimney inspections are also used when changing the way the fireplace is being used, like if you are having it converted from a wood fireplace to a gas fireplace. Level two chimney inspections use a video camera. The camera is lowered into the chimney and the technician will look at the interior of the chimney to look for damage or needed repairs. These chimney inspections are more detailed than Level One inspections.

Level Three Chimney Inspections
This is the most intense type of chimney inspection because it involves removing parts of the chimney when needed. Only used after serious damage has been sustained, level three chimney inspections are great for assessing damage after a catastrophic event, like a structure fire.

For more information on chimney inspections in Bergen County, call Guardian Chimney at 1-888-688-1388 or Contact Us.

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