NORWAY – Gerald Parlin of Chimney Tech recently passed the Chimney Safety Institute of America’s exam to become a certified chimney sweep.

Parlin passed a 100-question exam based on standard chimney service practices and applicable fire safety codes. To pass candidates must earn a score of 80 or higher. Certification is valid for three years from the test date.

Parlin has enhanced his knowledge of how to properly inspect, diagnose, clean and repair chimney and venting systems to better protect people against fire and carbon monoxide poisonings.

He is the owner of Chimney Tech in Norway and may be contacted at 739-2034.