Inspecting Solid Fuel-Burning Appliances in CT

Inspecting solid fuel-burning appliances involves a lot more than checking off a box. Inspectors must possess a wealth of knowledge related to these appliances, including the standards to follow and where to go for the information necessary for completing a proper inspection. Connecticut’s Regulation §20-491-12 outlines what home inspectors must examine when inspecting fireplaces and solid fuel-burning appliances, and what’s excluded. 

This two-hour continuing education course covers the basics, including the principles of combustion, and the brass tacks, including the standards of practice for inspecting solid fuel-burning appliances. 

Course highlights include:  

• What a solid fuel-burning appliance is 
• SOP requirements for solid fuel-burning appliances, including reporting deficiencies 
• Standards for inspecting for fire hazards per NFPA 211 
• Fuel types used for solid fuel-burning appliances 
• Basic installation guidelines and how these appliances work 
• Requirements for masonry fireplaces, existing flues, floor protection, and clearances Requirements for chimney connectors and vent connectors  
• Details on firestops, wood stoves, and hearth extensions 
• Connecticut Fireplace and Solid Fuel Inspection Standards (§20-491-12)