WETT Inspection Services in Kitchener/ Waterloo, ON

For WETT inspections the inspection is typically conducted after the contract is signed

We want you present at the inspection!

You will learn a lot about the fireplace/stove during the inspection. The time depends on the size and the number of questions you have. The average time is about thirty minutes. We encourage you to ask questions. We will answer the questions so you will understand the answer in everyday terms. It is important that you understand the basic operation of all the components of the fireplace/stove.

Thermal Imaging

Thermal Imaging

Thermal imaging will help to identify surface temperature variations of the building envelope, which are directly related to problems in structure, moisture content and air leakage. It can also be used to find hidden heating and cooling losses due to moisture intrusion, inadequate or non-existent insulation, and poor construction. Early correction of these conditions can prevent more extensive damage in the future.

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Radon Testing

What is Radon?
Radon is a gas. It is naturally occurring. It is inert and can not be seen or smelled. It enters buildings from the soil beneath them.

Where does it come from?
Radon comes from the radioactive decay of uranium 238. Radon comes from the immediate decay of radium 226. Much of the radon produced enters the atmosphere. The concern with radon is when it enters the home.

Why is Radon a Concern?
Radon decay products irradiate lungs before your lungs can expel them.

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Radon Testing

SITE™ (System Inspections and Technical Evaluation) Guidelines

INSPECTION LEVEL DETAILS LEVEL-1 INSPECTION (READILY ACCESSIBLE) 1.1 (A) DEFINITION Readily Accessible is defined as quickly or easily reached for inspection.

A level-1 inspection does not require the use of special tools for the opening or removal of any panel, door, covering, or system components; nor (unless at the discretion of the inspector and client) would it require the use of ladders.

An inspector should be able to inspect any moveable components of the fireplace, appliance or venting system that are readily accessible. Examples would be components utilized during normal operation or visual inspection by the user of the system, such as readily accessible loading doors, primary combustion chamber, ashpan doors, cleanout doors, dampers, air controls, etc. A tape measure, light, mirror, camera, magnet, selfie-stick and/or other basic tools should comprise (but are not limited to) the typical tools required to perform for this level of inspection.

1.2 (A) GUIDELINES — GENERAL A level-1 inspection includes: 1) a determination for compliance of readily accessible system components, including the proper use of required components, their required clearances to combustibles, their proper support, as well as their condition and structural integrity, 2) a determination for compliance of readily accessible shielding, outdoor air components, enclosures and ductwork, if present, 3) readily accessible evidence of operating malfunction, which may include but is not limited to smoke spillage, 4) obstructions and combustible deposits visible through readily accessible cleanout doors or inspection ports.

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Inspections by Gibson provides Home Inspection Services to clients across Mississauga, Oakville, Burlington, Hamilton, St. Catharines, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Welland, Simcoe, Milton, Guelph, Kitchener, Cambridge, Elmira, Waterloo, Brantford, Woodstock, London, Delhi, Port Dover, Stratford, Listowel, Collingwood, Owen Sound, Kincardine, Orangeville, Fergus, Paris, Dundas, Grimsby, Durham, Flesherton, Arthur, Harriston, Palmerston, Drayton, Mount Forest, Grand Valley, New Hamburg, New Dundee, St. Agatha, Elora, Acton, Georgetown, Waterdown, Burford, Scotland, Drumbo, Plattsville, Tavistock, Ontario and the surrounding areas.

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