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Vernon WETT Inspections

WETT Inspection in Vernon, BC

Ben Hall inspects your wood stove or fireplace himself. Booked the same week. Report the same day.

  • WETT Certified#13976

  • Licensed HomeInspector #86608

  • 5.0 from 122Google Reviews

Ben Hall does every visit.Vernon and the North Okanagan.

A cedar and stone rancher on a snow-dusted hillside above Vernon, a thin thread of smoke rising from its metal chimney on a clear winter morning

WETT Inspections in Vernon

Why Get a WETT Inspection in Vernon?

Wood stove and fireplace inspections for Vernon homes. Whether you are buying, selling or renewing a policy, you get plain findings and a written report the same day.

Vernon + North Okanagan

  • Looking up at a masonry chimney with a stainless steel cap on a frosted shingle roof, a faint wisp of wood smoke against a clear blue morning sky

    Who it helps

    Buying in Vernon

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

    See what a WETT Level 1 inspection looks at
  • Who it helps

    Policy Renewal

    Insurers often ask for a WETT report before they renew cover on a wood stove.

  • Who it helps

    Selling Your Home

    Buyers and realtors commonly request a WETT report when a listing has a wood-burning appliance.

  • Who it helps

    New Stove or Insert

    After a new install, a WETT inspection confirms the appliance has been set up to current standards.

The inspection

What a Vernon Level 1 WETT Inspection Covers

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.

Stone masonry chimney with a stainless steel cap on a shingle roof
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UPFRONT FEES

WETT Inspection
Cost in Vernon, BC

One set fee per appliance, shown in clear figures. Your written report is part of the price.

WETT Level 1 inspection

$199.95

Covers one appliance

One wood stove, fireplace or insert, inspected and reported at WETT Level 1.

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EXTRA APPLIANCE

$99.95

Per extra appliance

A second stove, fireplace or similar appliance at the same address adds $99.95 each.

Add Another Appliance
  • Upfront Fees No extras added.

  • Same Day Report Easy to send to your insurer.

  • Serving Vernon Homes Inspected by Ben Hall.

A wood stove and stovepipe on a brick hearth, from one of Ben’s WETT inspections

How it works

What Happens After You Book in Vernon?

Four plain steps take your Vernon WETT inspection from booking to a finished report.

  1. 1

    Pick a time online

  2. 2

    Ben inspects the appliance at your home

  3. 3

    Your written report arrives that day

  4. 4

    Report ready to send to your insurer

Your WETT inspector

Your Vernon Inspector, Ben Hall

You book me, and I’m the one at your door.

I spent 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 make the drive to Vernon for wood stove, fireplace and chimney inspections. Every one is done by me, with the detailed answers I’d expect for my own house.

  • CPBC Licensed
    Home Inspector#86608

  • WETT Certified
    Inspector#13976

  • Home Inspectors
    Association BCAssoc. Member

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

What homeowners say

Vernon Homeowners Share Their Experience

5.0 from 122 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.”

“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!”

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

“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”

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

“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!”

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

“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.”

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

“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.”

“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!”

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

“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”

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

“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!”

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

“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.”

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

Questions and answers

Vernon WETT Inspection FAQs

What Vernon homeowners usually want to know before booking a wood stove or fireplace inspection.

  • Level 1 visual inspection
  • Same-day written report
  • Wood stoves, fireplaces & inserts
  • Inspected by Ben Hall
What does WETT stand for?

Wood Energy Technology Transfer. It is the Canadian organisation that trains and certifies people who inspect, install and maintain wood-burning systems.

Why would I need a WETT inspection in Vernon?

The usual reasons are an insurer asking for a report, buying or selling a home with a wood stove or fireplace, or wanting to know that a newly installed appliance meets code.

What does a WETT inspection cost in Vernon?

The first appliance is $199.95 for a WETT Level 1 inspection. Each additional wood stove, fireplace or similar appliance on the same property is $99.95.

What will the inspector look at?

The appliance, the chimney and venting, the floor protection and the clearances to nearby combustible materials, as far as they can be seen without taking anything apart.

How should I prepare for a WETT inspection?

Let the appliance cool completely, clear the area around it and have any manuals or installation paperwork on hand. The inspector also needs to see the appliance's certification label.

Will I get a written report?

Yes. You receive a written report of what was inspected and whether it meets the applicable codes, which you can pass on to your insurer or the other party in a sale.

Service area

Serving Vernon and the North Okanagan

Vernon is a regular stop for Peak, alongside these communities where Ben carries out WETT inspections.

Morning mist over the North Okanagan valley, seen from a grassy hillside above Vernon
Turquoise shallows of Kalamalka Lake near Vernon, seen from a rocky viewpoint among ponderosa pines
Vernon
Kelowna's downtown waterfront, with sailboats in the marina and towers behind
Kelowna
Penticton and its sandy beach seen from the clay bluffs above Okanagan Lake
Penticton
Osoyoos Lake and the sandy spit from a desert hillside in early morning light
Osoyoos
The Thompson River at Kamloops with sunlit sagebrush hills behind the city
Kamloops
A sunny lakeside deck with lounge seating and mountains across the water

Ready to schedule?

Get Your Vernon WETT Inspection on the Calendar

Tell us a few details about your property and we’ll get back to you quickly to confirm availability.

  • Book online
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    same day
  • Clear answers
    for your next step

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Vernon WETT Inspection

Call Ben at 250-826-2678

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