Rochester Chimney Sweep · Resources

Industry resources we trust

The certifications, codes, and manufacturer specs we reference throughout this directory. Bookmark this page — these are the same sources Rochester homeowners can use to verify a contractor's claims.

• CSIA — Chimney Safety Institute of America

  Certification body for the industry standard

  https://www.csia.org/

• NFPA 211 — Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents

  Code your insurance company expects

  https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/all-codes-and-standards/list-of-codes-and-standards/detail?code=211

• NFI — National Fireplace Institute

  Hearth appliance installer certifications

  https://nficertified.org/

• EPA — Burn Wise

  Cleaner-burning fireplace + chimney guidance

  https://www.epa.gov/burnwise

• Monroe County Health — Carbon Monoxide Safety

  Local CO safety advisories

  https://www2.monroecounty.gov/health-index

• NY Executive Law §378 — Solid Fuel Heating Appliances

  State law requiring chimney/flue inspection + a Certificate of Compliance before use

  https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/EXC/378

• NYS Department of State — Building Standards and Codes

  How the Certificate of Compliance requirement is enforced locally

  https://dos.ny.gov/building-standards-and-codes

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