Ep1: A Brief History of the American Chimney Sweep

In our first episode of The Hearth Matters Podcast, we wanted to give you a small window into the chimney sweep industry in America over the last 50 years. Listen in to hear a couple of certified chimney professionals talk about the changes in the past 50 years. Subscribe and follow along to see where we think the profession is headed in the future.Resources:Oil Embargo Crisis in the 1970s Short Clip from President CarterThanks for listening!It is our goal to help our customers, our community, and the broader public understand the history and nature of chimney systems. If you have any questions about your fireplace, chimney, or venting system, send them to [email protected] . We'll give you our expert opinion and, who knows, maybe your question will end up on the pod!If you are in the Western NC area, please check out our website: safechimneys.com or give us a call at 828-243-0098Richie's Books:Hearth MattersStandalone Chimneys: Monuments to Craftsmanship