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Level 2 Chimney Inspections

Having an open-flame wood fire in your living room is serious business.

According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), nearly 18,000 fires are caused by wood-burning appliances every year. That’s just crazy. Chimney fires are a very common occurrence, so we’re diligent about recommending specialized chimney inspections.

WE’RE SERIOUS ABOUT CHIMNEY SAFETY

Structure Tech offers level 2 chimney inspections as a stand-alone service and as an add-on to our home inspections. We partner with Inspection Services to conduct all of our chimney inspections. You can expect to see either Scott Mahley, Jeff Corniea, or Andrew Niemuth in the field performing your inspection. All inspectors have received their Certified Chimney Sweep designation from the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA).

Since we began offering chimney inspections, we’ve become convinced that most wood-burning masonry fireplace chimneys have problems. The problems are so widespread and so serious that the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends a level 2 chimney inspection anytime there is a sale or transfer of a property.

What’s a level 2 chimney inspection?

A level 2 chimney inspection is conducted by running a specialized inspection camera through the interior of the fireplace and chimney to inspect for concealed damage to the flue liner, as well as the inspection of the exterior of the chimney.

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Moisture Testing Release Form

  • Moisture Testing Release Form *

    This form must be completed and signed prior to us conducting any moisture testing. We cannot perform the moisture testing requested by the buyers without this form being signed.

    Please call if you have any questions.

    Structure Tech specializes in the moisture testing of buildings for the purpose of determining if there is moisture located behind the exterior wall cladding. A moisture inspection of your property has been requested.

    In order to perform this inspection, we need the permission of the owner. We should have access to all parts of the exterior. Any security systems will need to be shut off during the testing, which can take several hours. We use standard industry practices for conducting the moisture tests, which includes the use of a penetrating probe meter to verify the moisture content of the structural wood and sheathing of the building. 3/16” holes will be placed under most windows and other possible moisture entry areas. These holes will be filled with caulk when the testing is completed.

    We will make every effort to use a caulk that closely matches the color of the surrounding siding; however in some cases the holes may be noticeable upon close inspection. If the holes are of any cosmetic concern the property owner can have them painted with a matching paint.

    I understand the above information and give my permission to test the building located at:

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