Month: October 2018

What Homeowners Want to Know About Their Chimney and Venting System (in 2018)

October 17, 2018

(er… Fall? Depends where you live – it was in the 30’s a few mornings here in Central Indiana where CSIA is HQ’d) “Busy season” has kicked off for Certified Chimney Sweeps® across the country. Usually from Labor Day through January, most markets are slammed with inspection and sweeping appointments. It is not uncommon for … More What Homeowners Want to Know About Their Chimney and Venting System (in 2018)

Putting the Safety in National Chimney SAFETY Week – Affirming Our Commitment to Technician Safety

October 5, 2018

What would National Chimney Safety Week be without chimney and venting technicians? And how do we ensure that there are plenty of chimney and venting technicians to service the chimneys and heating appliances in the Untied States for years to come? Well, obviously the great education and training CSIA provides, but also SAFETY (see where … More Putting the Safety in National Chimney SAFETY Week – Affirming Our Commitment to Technician Safety

Gas Fireplaces Too – National Chimney Safety Week 2018

October 3, 2018

When many of us think about chimneys and fireplaces, we think of that romantic idea of the wood burning fireplace, when in reality, a lot of us have a gas fireplace, particularly if you live in a newer home. Why do many homes have gas over wood? Why have many people made the conversion? We asked CSIA … More Gas Fireplaces Too – National Chimney Safety Week 2018

NFPA Levels of Inspection – National Chimney Safety Week 2018

October 1, 2018

What exactly is a Certified Chimney Sweep® doing when they are inspecting your system? We’re glad you asked! We have answers!   Level 1 If your appliance or your venting system has not changed and you plan to use your system as you have in the past, then a Level 1 inspection is a minimum … More NFPA Levels of Inspection – National Chimney Safety Week 2018