U.S. Fire Administration — Heating Fire Safety
Fireplace, wood-stove and home-heating prevention messages, including annual professional cleaning and inspection guidance.
Primary sources first
Safety & Official Homeowner Resources
Use these external sources for fire safety, carbon monoxide, appliance recalls, certified wood-heater data and consumer protection. This directory’s articles are general editorial guidance and are not a substitute for emergency services, manufacturer instructions or local authorities.
For a fire, carbon-monoxide alarm, rapidly filling smoke or immediate danger, leave the building and call 911. Do not use this directory to troubleshoot an active emergency.
Government and official public resources
Start with the responsible agency
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission — Home Heating Equipment
Carbon-monoxide prevention and yearly inspection guidance for fuel-burning heating systems, chimneys, flues and vents.
CPSC — Carbon Monoxide Alarms
Where CPSC recommends CO alarms, along with testing and battery reminders.
CPSC Product Recalls
Search current recalls for consumer products, including hearth and heating equipment.
EPA-Certified Wood Heater Database
Look up certification and performance information for covered residential wood heaters.
EPA Burn Wise historical resources
Wood-smoke, dry-fuel and operating education. EPA states the Burn Wise program ended in 2025 and the site is retained as a historical record.
USAGov State Consumer Protection Offices
Find the state office that handles business complaints, scams and consumer issues.
Recognized industry sources
Certification and standards organizations
These organizations provide useful industry information, but they are not government agencies and directory links are not endorsements.
Chimney Safety Institute of America homeowner resources
Industry certification directories and homeowner chimney education. CSIA is not a government agency.
National Fireplace Institute
Industry certification information for hearth design, installation and service. NFI is not a government agency.
NFPA codes and standards
Publisher access and information for fire and life-safety standards. Adoption and enforceable editions vary by jurisdiction.
Local rules vary
Check the authority having jurisdiction
Permits, licensing, adopted codes, burn restrictions and required inspections can differ by state, county and municipality. Ask your local building or fire authority which current requirements apply.
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