Wett Inspections

If you have a wood burning fireplace or stove in your home it is recommended to have it inspected and cleaned annually (by a W.E.T.T. certified professional – visit http://www.wettinc.ca/).

It may sound logical that the best time to clean the chimney is before the heating season begins. In reality, it is important to clean the chimney before it gets too hot outside and humidity levels increase.

A Level 1 inspection reports on visible issues and installation errors, a Level 2 inspection requires some disassembly and demands a chimney be swept before the inspection.

When wood is burned, it deposits soot and creosote on the inside of the chimney. When moisture in the air mixes with the soot and creosote it forms sulfuric and hydrochloric acid which will damage the inside of your chimney liner. While the sweeping is taking place, ask to have it inspected for any damage and to ensure that a chimney cap is placed to prevent rain, snow, and unwelcome visitors from entering the chimney flue