Yes, Maine law requires a permit, in hand, for open burning of debris.

Yes. A burning permit is required for open debris burning, year round.

No. A permit is not required to have a campfire on property that you own. However, the fire must be maintained to no larger than a campfire, and the fuel shall be clean wood only, no debris or lawn rakings.

No, for several reasons. 1.All open burning must stop at midnight. Burning can resume at daybreak. 2.Depending on weather conditions, permits may not be being issued. Permits are not issued when the fire danger class is 3 or above, or when the wind is blowing over 7 mph at the fire station. 3.During the months of April and May, each year, open burning is allowed only after 5:00 PM, until midnight, under favorable weather conditions only. Permits may be issued during the day if there is a steady rain.

Yes. Burning permits can be issued for up to three consecutive days. However, you will need to call each day to check weather conditions and to receive approval to burn.

No. Burning in backyard incinerators / barrels was banned in Maine several years ago.

Yes. The fire department will inspect, for code compliance, chimneys, wood stoves, and other solid fuel appliance installations.

Yes. The fire department can inspect chimneys and provide a determination of whether the chimney needs to be cleaned or not.

No. The fire department does not provide chimney sweep services.

Yes. Just contact the Fire Department to schedule a time.

No. Rescuing cats from trees can be dangerous to both the rescuer and the animal.

Yes. Contact the Fire Department to schedule an on-site visit for assistance.

No. We are however, a pick up and drop off point for an area fire extinguisher sales and service company. Extinguishers may be dropped off between the hours of 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM. Extinguishers are usually returned within 1 weeks’ time.

Yes. The department has 3 air monitors that can check for carbon monoxide.

No the Skowhegan Fire Department does not fill swimming pools.