The Chimney Swift’s WETT Inspection
Wood Energy Technology Transfer – Many insurance companies in Canada require an inspection by a WETT certified technician before issuing insurance.
Did you know that today’s modern wood-burning appliances are much more energy efficient than those of 20 years ago and therefore burn less wood for the same heat. Updating your 20 year old stove to an energy efficient one not only saves you money but is also kinder to your environment. (Ask our WETT certified technicians how to improve your installation.)
What is WETT? What is a WETT inspection? Why do I need a WETT inspection? Having a WETT inspection done before listing a home alerts the homeowner of any potential repairs that may require attention. Making any repairs ahead of listing your home avoids having these issues become stumbling blocs when a purchaser submits an offer.
A chimney cap is a specially designed metal cover that is mounted on top of a chimney or fireplace. A chimney cover is designed to prevent incoming rain water from eating away at the mortar and bricks, as well as prevent birds and small animals from entering the chimney. Chimney caps can prevent fires caused by burning embers that exit the chimney.
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Firstly, may I thank you very kindly for your prompt attention to our request and to your informative report as to the nature of our problem with this fireplace. Your report was very detailed and is most helpful to the Board of Managers at our Church in determining what is the best method of approaching the repairs. Once again, thank you and kindest personal regards. Yours very truly,”
Thank you for your work at the church. I called three chimney contractors. You were the only one who returned a call even though you were quite busy. Thank you for doing the work one month ahead of schedule. It was very much appreciated by all the congregation. Yours truly,
Thank you for the great work you folks did yesterday on McElderry Rd, Guelph. As you may recall I have had this work done primarily to meet conditions of sale of this property. Along with this work the purchasers have requested some kind of documentation that would assure them that the stove is operational and meets safety standards.