{"id":70,"date":"2022-09-19T20:40:03","date_gmt":"2022-09-19T20:40:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.looksmarthomeinspections.com\/blog\/?p=70"},"modified":"2022-09-19T20:40:03","modified_gmt":"2022-09-19T20:40:03","slug":"level-ii-chimney-inspections","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.looksmarthomeinspections.com\/blog\/nj-home-inspections\/level-ii-chimney-inspections\/","title":{"rendered":"Level II Chimney Inspections"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>I thought it might be useful to explain what is inspected during a level II chimney inspection. A level II chimney inspection as described by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is required when there are changes in the fuel type, changes to the fireplace shape, changes in the liner, a sale of a home or transfer of a property. A level II chimney inspection is also required if a malfunction or problem has occurred. Simply put a level II inspection of the chimney is a much more detailed inspection.<\/p>\n<p>Your chimney sweep will inspect the readily accessible sections of the chimney exterior, interior and accessible portions of the appliance and the chimney connection. The chimney sweep will be looking for the basic soundness of the chimney structure and flue as well as the connections. A level II chimney inspection also includes the accessible portions of the chimney exterior and interior including attics, crawl spaces and basements. It will address proper clearances from combustibles in accessible locations.<\/p>\n<p>The most important aspect of the level II chimney inspection is the use of a video camera to examine the internal surfaces and joints of all flue liners in the chimney. The chimney sweep is not permitted to remove any permanently attached portions of the chimney or building structure or finish.<\/p>\n<p>&lt;span style=&#8221;font-size: x-small;&#8221;&gt;LookSmart Home Inspections is an independent New Jersey home inspection company serving most of NJ. John Martino is a member of the American Society of Home Inspectors New Jersey chapter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I thought it might be useful to explain what is inspected during a level II chimney inspection. 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