Most houses in Chatham-Kent are heated by gas furnaces or boilers. During an inspection, I will run the furnace to make sure it cycles properly. I will inspect the filter and heat exchanger of the furnace, as well as determine the size and age of the furnace, if possible. The ductwork will be inspected and I will make sure every room has a heat source. As I am inspecting the furnace, I will instruct you on how it should operate and how to maintain your furnace, humidifier and HRV, if present.
Did you know that most boilers require an annual inspection by a licensed natural gas technician (TSSA certified)?
I will inspect chimneys for safety and compliance, as well as natural gas lines. If a house has baseboard electrical heaters, I will make sure they function.
 A condensate leak into a furnace is causing rust. |
 Corrosion on a furnace heat exchanger will result in the need for costly repairs. |
 This cracked heat exchanger will result in the furnace being condemned. |
 This furnace filter is completely clogged and could result in furnace over-heating. |
 Mold in a humidifier tray will spread mold through the house. |
 Rust inside the furnace is indicative of a blocked air conditioner drain. |
 This rusted furnace exhaust pipe will eventually rust through, allowing carbon monoxide into the house. |
 This newer Chatham house had a furnace installation by a homeowner that is not up to code. |
 This very old boiler has an asbestos covering, but was still approved by a gas technician who tested it. |