WETT Inspection Near Me — Certified Inspectors Across the GTA
A WETT inspection verifies that a wood-burning appliance and its chimney meet CSA B365 installation code. In the GTA it costs $249–$549 depending on level, takes 60–120 minutes, and produces the signed report Ontario insurers require to bind or renew coverage on a home with a wood stove, fireplace or insert.
WETT Inspection — free inspection first, then a fixed quote
- Free on-site inspectionNo charge and no obligation to book
- $50 coupon toward the workApplied to any service you approve
- Same-day photo reportYou see exactly what we found
- Written fixed quoteApproved by you before anything starts
- Same-week appointmentsEvenings and weekends available
Every job is different, so we quote after seeing your chimney — the inspection is free and the $50 coupon comes off your final invoice.
What the job actually includes
- 1
Appliance and clearance measurement
We measure clearance to combustibles on every side, the hearth extension dimensions, floor protection R-value, and confirm the appliance carries a valid CSA or ULC listing plate.
- 2
Connector pipe and chimney inspection
Pipe gauge, joint fasteners, slope, maximum unsupported run, and the wall or ceiling pass-through assembly. Pass-throughs are the single most common fail point in the GTA.
- 3
Flue scan
On a Level 2 we run a camera the full height, checking for cracked tiles, offset joints, creosote glaze and gaps at the smoke chamber.
- 4
Structure, crown, cap and termination
Chimney height above the roofline must satisfy the 3-2-10 rule. We verify it with a measurement, not an eyeball — insurers reject reports that assert compliance without figures.
- 5
Signed report within 24 hours
PDF with photographs, code references for any deficiency, and the inspector's WETT number. Emailed to you and, on request, directly to your broker.
What WETT actually is — and what it is not
WETT stands for Wood Energy Technology Transfer. It is a training and certification body, not a government inspection agency. A WETT-certified inspector confirms that a solid-fuel appliance and its venting match the manufacturer's listing and the CSA B365 installation standard.
WETT does not certify the house, the roof, or the gas fireplace in your family room. Gas appliances fall under TSSA in Ontario. If a broker asks for a 'WETT certificate' on a gas insert, what they actually need is a TSSA-registered technician's report — we tell brokers this several times a week.
There is also no such thing as a 'WETT certificate' for a home. The deliverable is an inspection report signed by a certified inspector, valid at the date of inspection. Insurers typically treat it as current for one to three years depending on the carrier.
Why Ontario insurers ask for it
Solid-fuel appliances are the highest-frequency residential fire claim category the Canadian market underwrites. Most carriers — Intact, Aviva, Wawanesa, Economical, Gore Mutual and the brokers who place with them — now require a WETT inspection to bind a new policy on a home with an active wood appliance, and many require one at renewal or after a claim.
The three failures that most often stall a policy in the GTA are insufficient clearance to combustibles behind a stove installed by a previous owner, a non-compliant wall pass-through, and an unlisted or missing hearth pad. All three are remediable, usually for a few hundred dollars, and all three are invisible to a homeowner who inherited the installation.
If you are buying a house with a wood stove, order the WETT inspection during the conditional period. Discovering a $3,000 remediation after closing is a bad week; discovering it before closing is a negotiating position.
Where we inspect — and how fast
We hold SITE-Comprehensive certification and cover the full GTA within roughly 50 km of downtown Toronto: the City of Toronto and all its former boroughs, Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Aurora, Newmarket, Oakville, Burlington, Milton, Halton Hills, Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa and Clarington.
Standard booking is same-week. Real-estate deadlines get priority slots and a same-business-day report for a $75 rush fee. If you are closing on a Friday and only realised on Wednesday that the buyer's insurer wants a WETT report, call rather than use the form.
What a failed inspection looks like, and what happens next
A deficiency is not a verdict. The report lists each item with the specific code clause and a photograph, so you or any contractor can price the fix. Common remediations: adding a rear heat shield to gain clearance, replacing a single-wall pass-through with a listed thimble, extending a hearth pad, or relining a flue that no longer matches the appliance.
Once the work is complete we re-inspect for $149 — waived if we did the remediation — and issue an updated signed report. Most GTA homeowners go from failed to insurable within two weeks.
What GTA homeowners say
"Booked a sweep and WETT inspection before winter. Crew arrived on time, laid down drop cloths, and walked me through the report photo by photo. Fixed pricing, no upsell — exactly what was quoted."
— Sarah M.
"Cracked clay liner in our 1962 fireplace. They installed a stainless liner and new cap in one day and the draft is perfect. Warranty paperwork emailed the same evening."
— David R.
"Called for a raccoon in the flue. They removed it humanely, sanitized the smoke chamber, and installed a stainless cap. Fair price, no drama, and they even followed up a week later."
— Priya S.
Wett Inspection Near Me — FAQs
How much does a WETT inspection cost near me in the GTA?+
A Level 1 visual inspection is $249–$329. A Level 2 with a full camera scan of the flue is $379–$479, and is what real-estate transactions and post-fire situations require. A second appliance at the same address adds $99.
How long does a WETT inspection take?+
Sixty to ninety minutes for a Level 1 on a single appliance, and up to two hours for a Level 2 with a camera scan. The signed report is emailed within 24 hours, or the same business day with the rush option.
Do I need a WETT inspection for home insurance in Ontario?+
If the home has an active wood stove, fireplace insert or wood-burning fireplace, most Ontario insurers require one to bind a new policy, and many require one at renewal or after a claim. Gas appliances are covered by TSSA instead, not WETT.
How long is a WETT inspection valid?+
The report is valid as of the inspection date. Insurers commonly accept one for one to three years depending on the carrier, and will ask for a new one after any appliance change, chimney fire, or claim.
What is the difference between a WETT Level 1 and Level 2 inspection?+
Level 1 is visual and covers readily accessible components. Level 2 adds a camera scan of the entire flue and inspection of accessible attic and crawl-space areas. Level 2 is required for property transfer, appliance changes and after a chimney fire.
What causes a WETT inspection to fail?+
The three most common GTA failures are insufficient clearance to combustibles, a non-compliant wall or ceiling pass-through, and an inadequate or missing hearth pad. All three are usually fixable for a few hundred dollars.
Can I get a WETT inspection for a gas fireplace?+
No. WETT covers solid-fuel — wood — appliances only. Gas appliances in Ontario fall under TSSA, and your insurer needs a report from a TSSA-registered technician. We provide both services.
Does the chimney need to be swept before a WETT inspection?+
Not required, but a heavily sooted flue prevents a meaningful camera scan and can force a second visit. Booking a sweep and inspection together saves a trip and usually saves money.
Can you send the WETT report directly to my insurance broker?+
Yes. Give us the broker's email at booking and the signed PDF goes to both of you at the same time.
What area do you cover for WETT inspections?+
The full Greater Toronto Area within about 50 km — Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Aurora, Newmarket, Oakville, Burlington, Milton, Halton Hills, Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa and Clarington.
WETT Inspection across the GTA
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