Links and descriptions checked September 24, 2026. These resources are external to Chimney Sweeps Hub; a link does not imply affiliation or endorsement.
U.S. Fire Administration: heating safety ↗
Federal fire safety agency
Annual professional maintenance guidance and fireplace and wood-stove fire prevention materials.
CPSC: carbon monoxide information ↗
Federal product safety agency
CO hazards, alarm guidance and what to do when poisoning or an alarm is suspected.
FTC: avoiding home improvement scams ↗
Federal consumer protection agency
Checking contractors, written estimates, payment questions and warning signs before agreeing to repairs.
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service: chimney swifts ↗
Federal wildlife agency
Identifying chimney swift activity and understanding why occupied chimneys require wildlife advice before work.
CSIA: after a chimney fire ↗
Industry education and certification organisation; not a government agency
Why a suspected chimney fire needs professional evaluation before the system is used again.
EPA: Burn Wise archive ↗
Federal environmental agency; historical resource
Background on wood smoke and wood-burning practices. EPA says this program ended in 2025 and the material is no longer updated; check live local rules separately.
Local permits, restrictions and credentials
Contact the building department and fire authority responsible for the property address. City limits, county jurisdiction and special districts can differ. Ask about the specific proposed work rather than assuming a national guide determines the permit. Verify a credential with its issuer and a trade licence with the relevant state or local authority.
For current weather or air-quality restrictions, use the responsible local authority's live advisory. Archived educational material is not a current burn authorisation.