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Ben Hall, seen from behind, checking the hearth pad under a wood stove with a flashlight during a WETT inspection in a Penticton home

Okanagan WETT Inspections

WETT Inspection in Penticton, BC

Ben Hall inspects your wood stove or fireplace himself. Written report the same day.

  • WETT Certified#13976

  • Licensed HomeInspector #86608

  • 5.0 from 122Google Reviews

Ben Hall, your inspector.In Penticton and the Okanagan.

Penticton WETT Inspections

Do You Need a WETT Inspection in Penticton?

WETT inspections for Penticton homes with a wood stove, insert or fireplace. Ben checks the appliance and venting, then writes it up for your insurer, buyer or own records.

Penticton + the Okanagan

A single-storey stucco bungalow in Penticton on an autumn morning, a thin wisp of wood smoke rising from its black metal chimney, with pines, a yellow maple and pale clay bluffs behind
  • A lean-to woodshed of stacked split firewood beside a side door, with a black insulated chimney pipe running up the cedar-shingle wall past the eave

    Who books a WETT

    Home Purchase

    Most insurers ask for a WETT report before they cover a home with a wood stove or fireplace.

    See what a Level 1 WETT inspection looks at
  • Who books a WETT

    Insurer Request

    Insurers often ask for a WETT report when a policy starts or renews.

  • Who books a WETT

    Selling a Home

    Buyers of a home with a wood-burning appliance commonly request one during the sale.

  • Who books a WETT

    New Stove or Insert

    After an install, a WETT inspection is typically needed to confirm the work meets current standards.

A stone chimney with a metal rain cap above a clean shingle roof

The inspection

What's Checked in a Penticton WETT Inspection?

A Level 1 WETT inspection is a detailed visual assessment of your wood-burning appliance and its venting system, including the key items below.

  • Clearances to combustiblesWe verify the required clearances between the appliance and everything combustible.

  • The chimney and flueWe assess the chimney and flue for proper construction, condition and configuration.

  • Hearth and floor protectionWe check the hearth and the floor protection under and in front of the appliance.

  • Appliance label and requirementsWe confirm the appliance label is present and review what it requires for proper installation and use.

  • Same day written reportYou'll receive a clear written report the same day, showing what was inspected and whether it meets code and the manufacturer’s instructions.

Published fees

What Does a WETT Inspection Cost in Penticton?

One set fee per appliance, shown up front. Your written report is part of the price.

A wood stove burning in a living room with snow and a lake visible beyond the windows

WETT Level 1 inspection

$199.95

Covers one appliance

A full Level 1 WETT inspection of a single wood stove, fireplace or insert.

Book My WETT Inspection

Extra appliance

$99.95

Per extra appliance

Each further wood stove, fireplace or similar appliance at the same property is $99.95.

Add Another Appliance
  • Fees Up FrontNothing hidden.

  • Written ReportSimple to read and forward.

  • Serving Penticton HomesInspected by Ben Hall.

How it works

Your Penticton Inspection, Step by Step

Booking a Penticton WETT inspection is straightforward, and each step is explained as you go.

Visual, non-invasive inspection Clearances & venting checked Same day written report
Ben Hall, seen from behind, kneeling at a wood stove on a brick hearth during a WETT inspection in a Penticton home
  1. 1

    Book online in a few minutes

  2. 2

    Your wood stove, inspected on site

  3. 3

    Written report delivered the same day

  4. 4

    Report ready to send to your insurer

Ben Hall of Peak Home Inspection in his navy Peak work shirt

About your inspector

Ben Hall, Your Penticton WETT Inspector

Every Penticton inspection is done by me, in person.

My background is 20+ years in construction as an electrician. Today I’m a certified WETT inspector and a CPBC licensed home inspector.

Peak is based in Kelowna and I travel to Penticton for WETT inspections. I look at each wood stove, fireplace and chimney personally, and give you the detailed answers I would expect for my own house.

  • CPBC Licensed Home Inspector#86608

  • WETT Certified Inspector#13976

  • Home Inspectors Association BCAssoc. Member

What homeowners say

Penticton Clients on Working With Peak

Google reviews

“Ben with Peak Home Inspection was great to deal with. Very thorough home and WETT inspection. After inspection, he took the time to walk me through the property, explain each deficiency with associated risk and recommendations for improvement. Report was thorough and returned same day.”

John SharpeGoogle review

“We very much appreciated, Ben coming in and completing our WETT inspection. He fit us into his schedule very quickly; was courteous and professional. Very pleased with his work and will not hesitate to call in the future!”

Tikicia JoyceGoogle review

“Ben provided great service, was very professional, we highly recommend using his services!”

Lee Anne BakerGoogle review

“Thank you for the excellent home inspection. I was extremely impressed by the detailed pictures and the clear red, orange and yellow warnings throughout your report. Your thorough inspection likely saved us tens of thousands of dollars and helped us decide not to purchase the home. I gladly recommend Ben, the Inspector Thank you again, Dennis P”

D PetersonGoogle review

“Ben with Peak Home Inspection was great to deal with. Very thorough home and WETT inspection. After inspection, he took the time to walk me through the property, explain each deficiency with associated risk and recommendations for improvement. Report was thorough and returned same day.”

John SharpeGoogle review

“We very much appreciated, Ben coming in and completing our WETT inspection. He fit us into his schedule very quickly; was courteous and professional. Very pleased with his work and will not hesitate to call in the future!”

Tikicia JoyceGoogle review

“Ben provided great service, was very professional, we highly recommend using his services!”

Lee Anne BakerGoogle review

“Thank you for the excellent home inspection. I was extremely impressed by the detailed pictures and the clear red, orange and yellow warnings throughout your report. Your thorough inspection likely saved us tens of thousands of dollars and helped us decide not to purchase the home. I gladly recommend Ben, the Inspector Thank you again, Dennis P”

D PetersonGoogle review

“Service was great, Ben was very efficient. Had my inspection report promptly Thanks Peak Home Inspection”

LoriGoogle review

“Ben was extremely thorough, knowledgeable and informative. The inspection report was comprehensive, clear, contained photos and diagrams, and allowed us to make an informed decision. I highly recommend Ben!”

Dan KenkelGoogle review

“Very good experience the the report was very detailed and to the point. Highly recommended.”

Peter RonishGoogle review

“This was my 2nd time using Ben as a home inspector in West Kelowna. He was phenomenal once again. Would recommend him to anyone. I am a repeat buyer and have never have had a home inspector as meticulous, he takes his time. It is much appreciated 👏 will only use him from now on.”

Santaia BrownmillerGoogle review

“Ben was wonderful to work with. He responded quickly on short notice, completed the inspection promptly, and had the report sent out the same day. The process was very efficient, and the inspection was detailed and thorough. I would fully recommend Peak Home Inspection and will definitely use his services again in the future.”

Kyle WoodGoogle review

“Couldn’t be happier!! First time buyer and this guy made it seamless! Highly, highly recommend! I know my realtor feels the same way!”

Robert ByeGoogle review

“Ben completed a home inspection for us. He was very professional, thorough and patient in answering all our questions. Great communication and clear report. Would recommend.”

Ania RadziszewskiGoogle review

“I would highly recommend Ben! He was on time, very knowledgeable, professional and affordable.”

Laura KnightGoogle review

“Ben with Peak Home Inspection was great to deal with. Very thorough home and WETT inspection. After inspection, he took the time to walk me through the property, explain each deficiency with associated risk and recommendations for improvement. Report was thorough and returned same day.”

John SharpeGoogle review

“We very much appreciated, Ben coming in and completing our WETT inspection. He fit us into his schedule very quickly; was courteous and professional. Very pleased with his work and will not hesitate to call in the future!”

Tikicia JoyceGoogle review

“Ben provided great service, was very professional, we highly recommend using his services!”

Lee Anne BakerGoogle review

“Thank you for the excellent home inspection. I was extremely impressed by the detailed pictures and the clear red, orange and yellow warnings throughout your report. Your thorough inspection likely saved us tens of thousands of dollars and helped us decide not to purchase the home. I gladly recommend Ben, the Inspector Thank you again, Dennis P”

D PetersonGoogle review

“Ben with Peak Home Inspection was great to deal with. Very thorough home and WETT inspection. After inspection, he took the time to walk me through the property, explain each deficiency with associated risk and recommendations for improvement. Report was thorough and returned same day.”

John SharpeGoogle review

“We very much appreciated, Ben coming in and completing our WETT inspection. He fit us into his schedule very quickly; was courteous and professional. Very pleased with his work and will not hesitate to call in the future!”

Tikicia JoyceGoogle review

“Ben provided great service, was very professional, we highly recommend using his services!”

Lee Anne BakerGoogle review

“Thank you for the excellent home inspection. I was extremely impressed by the detailed pictures and the clear red, orange and yellow warnings throughout your report. Your thorough inspection likely saved us tens of thousands of dollars and helped us decide not to purchase the home. I gladly recommend Ben, the Inspector Thank you again, Dennis P”

D PetersonGoogle review

“Service was great, Ben was very efficient. Had my inspection report promptly Thanks Peak Home Inspection”

LoriGoogle review

“Ben was extremely thorough, knowledgeable and informative. The inspection report was comprehensive, clear, contained photos and diagrams, and allowed us to make an informed decision. I highly recommend Ben!”

Dan KenkelGoogle review

“Very good experience the the report was very detailed and to the point. Highly recommended.”

Peter RonishGoogle review

“This was my 2nd time using Ben as a home inspector in West Kelowna. He was phenomenal once again. Would recommend him to anyone. I am a repeat buyer and have never have had a home inspector as meticulous, he takes his time. It is much appreciated 👏 will only use him from now on.”

Santaia BrownmillerGoogle review

“Ben was wonderful to work with. He responded quickly on short notice, completed the inspection promptly, and had the report sent out the same day. The process was very efficient, and the inspection was detailed and thorough. I would fully recommend Peak Home Inspection and will definitely use his services again in the future.”

Kyle WoodGoogle review

“Couldn’t be happier!! First time buyer and this guy made it seamless! Highly, highly recommend! I know my realtor feels the same way!”

Robert ByeGoogle review

“Ben completed a home inspection for us. He was very professional, thorough and patient in answering all our questions. Great communication and clear report. Would recommend.”

Ania RadziszewskiGoogle review

“I would highly recommend Ben! He was on time, very knowledgeable, professional and affordable.”

Laura KnightGoogle review

“Great work from Ben! Explained all details and gave us great suggestions and feedback!”

Luiz Henrique TerezanGoogle review

“We were very satisfied with Ben doing our home and WETT inspections. It was very handy to have one person to be able to complete both on the same day. Ben was very thorough, efficient and walked us through any potential issues. We highly recommend Ben and would use him again in the future.”

Char MoreyGoogle review

“Ben completed a WETT inspection for our fireplace. He was on time, thorough, and very helpful. Would recommend.”

manousos kouridakisGoogle review

“Ben was a great choice for an inspector. He was punctual and did a thorough job of inspecting the property we are considering. He patiently explained his findings when finished and his follow up report was detailed and timely. I would use him again.”

LM HanlonGoogle review

“Great work from Ben! Explained all details and gave us great suggestions and feedback!”

Luiz Henrique TerezanGoogle review

“We were very satisfied with Ben doing our home and WETT inspections. It was very handy to have one person to be able to complete both on the same day. Ben was very thorough, efficient and walked us through any potential issues. We highly recommend Ben and would use him again in the future.”

Char MoreyGoogle review

“Ben completed a WETT inspection for our fireplace. He was on time, thorough, and very helpful. Would recommend.”

manousos kouridakisGoogle review

“Ben was a great choice for an inspector. He was punctual and did a thorough job of inspecting the property we are considering. He patiently explained his findings when finished and his follow up report was detailed and timely. I would use him again.”

LM HanlonGoogle review

“Great work from Ben! Explained all details and gave us great suggestions and feedback!”

Luiz Henrique TerezanGoogle review

“We were very satisfied with Ben doing our home and WETT inspections. It was very handy to have one person to be able to complete both on the same day. Ben was very thorough, efficient and walked us through any potential issues. We highly recommend Ben and would use him again in the future.”

Char MoreyGoogle review

“Ben completed a WETT inspection for our fireplace. He was on time, thorough, and very helpful. Would recommend.”

manousos kouridakisGoogle review

“Ben was a great choice for an inspector. He was punctual and did a thorough job of inspecting the property we are considering. He patiently explained his findings when finished and his follow up report was detailed and timely. I would use him again.”

LM HanlonGoogle review

“Great work from Ben! Explained all details and gave us great suggestions and feedback!”

Luiz Henrique TerezanGoogle review

“We were very satisfied with Ben doing our home and WETT inspections. It was very handy to have one person to be able to complete both on the same day. Ben was very thorough, efficient and walked us through any potential issues. We highly recommend Ben and would use him again in the future.”

Char MoreyGoogle review

“Ben completed a WETT inspection for our fireplace. He was on time, thorough, and very helpful. Would recommend.”

manousos kouridakisGoogle review

“Ben was a great choice for an inspector. He was punctual and did a thorough job of inspecting the property we are considering. He patiently explained his findings when finished and his follow up report was detailed and timely. I would use him again.”

LM HanlonGoogle review

Questions and answers

Penticton WETT Inspection Questions

What Penticton homeowners most often want to know ahead of a WETT inspection, answered plainly.

  • Visual, non-invasive inspection
  • Wood stoves, inserts & fireplaces
  • Same day written report
  • Clearances & venting checked
What is a WETT inspection and who needs one in Penticton?

It is a visual inspection of a wood-burning appliance and its chimney and venting against the applicable codes. Homeowners, buyers and sellers with a wood stove, fireplace or insert are the people who usually need one.

Will my insurance company accept a WETT inspection report?

Many insurers ask for a WETT report before they cover a home with a wood-burning appliance. Check with your insurer what they need, and tell us when you book.

How much is a WETT inspection in Penticton?

$199.95 for a WETT Level 1 inspection of the first appliance, and $99.95 for each additional wood stove, fireplace or similar appliance on the same property.

Which appliances does a WETT inspection cover?

Wood stoves, fireplaces, fireplace inserts and other solid-fuel appliances, along with their chimneys and venting.

Can I add a WETT inspection to a home inspection in Penticton?

Yes. A WETT inspection can be done in the same visit as your home inspection, $199.95 for the first appliance. Just ask for both when you book.

Is a Level 1 WETT inspection enough?

A Level 1 visual inspection is the usual request for insurance and home sales. If parts of the system cannot be seen or a concern is found, the report will say whether a more detailed inspection is recommended.

SERVICE AREA

Where Ben Inspects

Ben travels from Kelowna to carry out WETT inspections in Penticton and the other communities listed here.

Yellow arrowleaf balsamroot flowers and
Penticton
A gravel trail along Okanagan Lake at sunrise, with mist on the water and dry hills across the lake
Vernon
Weathered gneiss rock and a ponderosa pine in the foreground, Sk
Kelowna
Bunchgrass and a rock outcrop in the foreground, far below
Osoyoos
Frosted sagebrush in the foreground, the meeting of the North
Kamloops
A sunny lakeside deck with lounge seating and mountains across the water

Ready to schedule?

Let’s Get Your Penticton WETT Inspection Booked

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