Certifications and Licenses

Mechanical Business License:  Crown Chimney is a Mechanical Business Entity recognized by the State of NH. Through our MBE, Crown Chimney is a legally recognized business approved to work on gas appliances of any type.

The State of NH does not offer Home Improvement Contractor or Chimney Technician licenses leaving chimney technicians to seek out certifications to expand their education and professional growth. Certifications are test-based and awarded to individuals who have the knowledge to earn a passing grade.

Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) Certified:  The CSIA education track is largely based on NFPA 211 Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents and Solid Fuel Appliances as well as the International Residential Codes (IRC). Certifications are earned by professionals who have committed to continuing education and practical knowledge in the chimney and venting industry.

• A Master designation is earned by someone who has been CSIA Certified for at least nine years, has successfully completed at least six CSIA continuing education classes and holds a valid NFI Certification.
• A Specialist designation is earned by someone who has been CSIA Certified for at least three years and successfully completed at least four CSIA continuing education classes.

NFI Certified:  National Fireplace Institute is the educational division of the Hearth, Patio and Barbeque Association. Technicians are encouraged to earn certifications in three separate offerings:  wood appliances, pellet appliances and gas appliances. NFPA 211 fire codes and inspections are tested but fundamentally the courses focus on proper installation and servicing techniques.

Certified Chimney Professionals:  Nationally-recognized, the Certified Chimney Professionals organization offers three levels of certification:  Certified Chimney Professional, Certified Chimney Reliner and Certified Master Chimney Technician. Certified Chimney Professional certifications are intended to reinforce the experienced chimney professional’s knowledge and to allow the experienced chimney professional the chance to prove, through independent testing, that they have attained a professional level of knowledge of the codes, standards, and practices of a Certified Chimney Professional™ or a Certified Chimney Reliner™.  A Certified Master Chimney Technician™ is a designation achieved by veteran chimney professionals with a minimum of 8 years’ experience and 6 years of certification.

NH Gas License:  The NH Gas Fitter’s Law HB1711 (known as “Amilia’s Law”) went into effect on January 1, 2007. Per this legislation, anyone who installs, services, or hooks up a gas appliance of any type must be licensed to perform work to the NFPA 54 National Gas Fuel Code. The State Fire Marshall’s office enforces license requirements.