CSIA vs Chimney Expert SideKick

Stay up to date with the CSIA! The CSIA app allows users to register for classes, check their CEUs, and pay invoices. You can also access your mobile certification card, purchase study materials, and even pick up some CSIA gear!

SideKick Pro is the field platform for chimney service companies — scheduling, inspections, estimates, jobs, invoicing, and client texting in one app, with a weather intelligence system that briefs your crew every morning and watches the sky all day. FOR YOUR CREW • Guided NFPA 211 Level I–III inspection workflows covering firebox, flue, crown, chase, and exterior • Capture job photos with your camera; findings organized by severity with automatic risk categorization • AI-written, homeowner-friendly report summaries and branded PDF reports • Personal morning weather briefings, storm alerts before your techs are on the roof, and a one-tap safety check at every ladder FOR YOUR OFFICE • Smart calendar with drag-and-click booking that respects your business hours • Estimates that convert to scheduled jobs and invoices in one unbroken chain • Client records, property history, and two-way business texting with consent handling built in • Roles and permissions for office staff, technicians, and helpers FOR YOUR CLIENTS • "On My Way" texts with live location and auto-calculated ETA • Online booking, digital estimate approval, and instant report sharing • A live job page showing progress, scope, photos, and who's coming SideKick Pro is built for professional chimney companies. Access is provisioned by your company — sign in with the account your administrator created for you.