The CSIA Master Chimney Sweep® designation is awarded to those CSIA certified pros who have gone above and beyond in their efforts to stay at the very front of the chimney and venting industry. It’s a goal for long-term certification holders to strive for. A credential that’s tough to attain, but that shows you’re committed to ongoing education and to becoming an expert in the chimney and venting industry.​

CSIA Master Chimney Sweep®

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When completed, email your application to cbenge@csia.org

FEES:

Master Application Fee:

$315

Annual Certification Fee:

$299

CEU Renewal Fee:

$330

FAQS:

    • Be an active CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep® credential holder Have held that CCS credential for 9 continuous years or a minimum total of 18 years (non-continuous) with at least one CEU renewal.

    • Complete at least 6 of the following CSIA courses and/or requirements:

      • Active certification as a CSIA Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician®

      • Chimney Science (additional options):

        • Chimney Physics 2-day in-person

        • Chimney Science Online

      • Chimney Documentation to Reduce Liability & Increase Profits (additional options):

        • Inspection & Report Writing 2-day in-person

        • Diagnosis and Documentation

      • Masonry 5-day School (In-person)

        • CSIA Masonry Repair for Chimney Professionals (In-person)

        • CSIA Advanced Masonry Repair (In-person)

      • CSIA Reline (In-person)

      • CSIA Rope / Roof Access (In-person)

      • NFI Gas, Wood, or Pellet Review

      • CSIA MCS EPA BurnWise (Online)

      • OSHA 10

      • CSIA Factory Built Change Out

      • 12 hours of CSIA online training (not to include reviews or Chimney Science online)

    • Have an active NFI Certification obtained through either the CSIA /NFI Wood, Gas, or Pellet Review and Training class. This requirement may be substituted by and active NFI certification held for a minimum of 6 years, a current F.I.R.E. Certified Inspector Credential, or an Associate level (or higher) degree in Fire Science from and accredited college.

    • A one-time application fee of $315 paid to the Chimney Safety Institute of America. $215 of this fee will be refunded if the application is rejected.

    ​For more Information, please visit www.CSIA.org/MasterSweep or emailCertification@CSIA.org

  • ​Step 1:
    Mail your application, along with a check (made out to Chimney Safety Institute of America) covering your application fee of $199 to the following address:

    ATTN: CSIA Director of Certification
    2155 Commercial Drive, Plainfield, IN 46168

    OR

    Email your application and all supporting documents to certification@csia.org. If you email your application, you can pay your application fee by Visa, Mastercard, or American Express.

    Step 2:
    The CSIA Director of Certification will vet all requirements before submitting qualified applicants to the Master Sweep Committee.

    Step 3:
    The Master Sweep Committee will render a decision regarding the CSIA Master Chimney Sweep® designation within 30 days. In the event an impasse occurs, the CSIA Chairman of the Board will cast the deciding vote.

    Step 4:
    The CSIA Director of Certification will notify you by mail as to the final decision regarding the CSIA Master Chimney Sweep® designation. You can expect to hear from CSIA within 60 days of receipt of application.

  • A one-time application fee of $315 is required as well, but if your application is rejected, $215 of that fee will be returned to you.

  • You’ll need to renew your credential every three years.

  • CSIA Master Chimney Sweeps® pay an annual fee of $299. However, on renewal years, the annual fee is waived, and you only pay the renewal fee.​

  • Your CSIA Master Chimney Sweep® credential can be revoked at any time at the discretion of the Master Sweep Committee. Additionally, failure to retain any of the certifications required for the CSIA Master Chimney Sweep® designation will result in disqualification.