Oshawa & Durham Region
WETT Inspection in Oshawa
A WETT inspection is a Wood Energy Technology Transfer certified assessment of a solid-fuel appliance and its venting system. Ontario insurers routinely require one before binding coverage on a home with a wood fireplace, insert or stove, and again on renewal or after a sale. Real estate deals in Ajax, Clarington and rural King stall on this every week.
Typical range $250 – $600· Flat written price before we start
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Photo-documented safety report emailed after every visit
What we do
WETT Inspection in Oshawa — how it works
Our inspectors are WETT certified and the report is written to be read by an underwriter: appliance make and model, certification listing, clearances to combustibles measured and stated, hearth extension dimensions, flue and liner condition, chimney height and termination, plus photographs of each item. No vague language, no missing measurements — those are what get a report rejected.
Signs you need this service
- Your insurer or broker has asked for WETT documentation
- You are buying or selling a home with a wood appliance
- You installed or inherited a wood stove or insert
- A previous report was rejected as incomplete
- Renewal is coming up on a rural or converted-cottage property
- You want confirmation the setup is actually safe to burn
What's included
- WETT-certified inspector on site
- Level 1 inspection standard; Level 2 with camera where required
- Photographic evidence for each finding
- Clear pass / deficiency list with remediation costs
- Report formatted for insurers and brokers
Our process
Step by step, start to finish
- Step 1
Appliance identification
Make, model, certification listing and installation date documented.
- Step 2
Clearance measurement
Every clearance to combustibles measured against the listing, not estimated.
- Step 3
Hearth and floor protection
Dimensions and R-value of the pad checked against requirements.
- Step 4
Venting and chimney
Connector, liner, height, termination and cap inspected and camera-scoped as needed.
- Step 5
Written report
Photographed, itemised report issued fast — usually within 24 to 48 hours.
Pricing
WETT Inspection in Oshawa cost
Real 2026 ranges for Durham Region. Your exact number is confirmed in writing after we see the chimney.
| Work | Typical range | What moves the price |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 WETT inspection | $250 – $400 | Single appliance, accessible components |
| Level 2 with camera scope | $400 – $600 | Real estate transactions, liner concerns |
| Second appliance, same visit | $120 – $200 | No second trip charge |
| Sweep + WETT package | $380 – $600 | Most common combination |
Local knowledge
What this looks like around Oshawa
Clarington's converted cottages are the classic case: a chimney and appliance originally used a dozen weekends a year now heating a full-time home, often with insulation added into walls that no longer meet clearance. Insurers know this and ask for WETT on Courtice, Sutton and Jackson's Point properties as a matter of course.
In Ajax, Newcastle and rural King, most wood appliances are genuine secondary heat. Reports there commonly need Level 2 camera work on the liner, which we do on the same visit rather than booking a second appointment.
FAQs
Questions homeowners ask us
How much does a WETT inspection cost in Oshawa?
$250 to $400 for a Level 1 inspection of a single appliance, and $400 to $600 for a Level 2 with camera scope, which is what most real estate transactions require. A sweep and WETT booked together runs $380 to $600.
How fast can I get the report?
We normally issue the written report within 24 to 48 hours of the visit, and we can prioritise it when a closing date depends on it. Tell us the deadline when you book.
What happens if the appliance fails?
You get an itemised deficiency list with the remediation cost for each item and the option to have us correct them. Most failures are clearance or hearth-extension issues that are inexpensive to fix, after which the report is reissued.
Is WETT legally required?
It is not a building-code requirement, but Ontario insurers treat it as one. In practice, no WETT documentation often means no coverage, or coverage with the wood appliance excluded.
Related services
Other work we do on Oshawa chimneys
Chimney Sweep in Oshawa
Annual sweep, camera inspection and written safety report for wood and gas appliances.
View chimney sweep in oshawa detailsChimney Liner Installation in Oshawa
Stainless liners for wood, gas and oil — correct sizing, insulation and documentation.
View chimney liner installation in oshawa detailsWood Stove & Fireplace Insert Installation in Oshawa
Insert and stove installs with insulated liner, code clearances and WETT paperwork.
View wood stove & fireplace insert installation in oshawa detailsBook wett inspection in Oshawa
Call (289) 906-3881 or send the form — flat written pricing, WETT-certified technicians, same-week appointments across Durham Region.