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Chimney Sweep Certification Requirements by State
Requirements for chimney sweep work vary by state — some states license the trade, many don’t regulate it at all. This page covers all 50 states: licensing notes, demand, and typical earnings for each. The NISCR Chimney Sweep Certification is a professional credential that proves verified training in any state; where a license or federal credential is required, it complements — it does not replace — those requirements.
Looking for the certification itself? See the NISCR Chimney Sweep Certification course — online, self-paced, $199.
- Self-paced
- Instant certificate
- 2-year validity
Earning potential
How much can you earn?
Standard sweep & cleaning ticket
$150–400 / job
Seasonal demand
fall & winter peaks
Add-on inspection revenue
per-chimney inspection fees on top of the sweep
State by state
Chimney Sweep requirements in your state
Pick your state for licensing notes, demand, and typical earnings. The NISCR certificate is online and valid nationwide.