About Us
We are a second generation Vermont family owned business. We are full-time, year round chimney sweeps. “It’s what we do.” We are one of the oldest, if not the oldest, continuously operating sweep companies in the Northeast.
Our History
The Chimney Doctor business was founded in 1978 by Steve Anderson, PhD. He was an early member of both the Vermont and the National Chimney Sweep Guilds. Claudia McCarthy and Ian Conway took over the business in 1986 and keep in touch with Steve, who lives right down the road. Steve says he still misses being a chimney sweep!
When Ian and Claudia's son, Luke, was a youngster and child care wasn’t available, he’d ride around in the truck with his Dad, observing the art and science of chimney sweeping. Luke is now grown, and after working for Noyes Masonry for a while, he decided to work full-time with the Chimney Doctor. And his Dad is sure glad he did!
When Ian and Claudia's son, Luke, was a youngster and child care wasn’t available, he’d ride around in the truck with his Dad, observing the art and science of chimney sweeping. Luke is now grown, and after working for Noyes Masonry for a while, he decided to work full-time with the Chimney Doctor. And his Dad is sure glad he did!
Who We Are |
Our sweep: Ian is certified by the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and attends sweep events, national conventions and trainings throughout the year. He's also active in the Northeast Association of Chimney and Hearth Professionals. Our Bookkeeper: In the early days, Claudia helped Ian in the field and, now, she continues to manage the books. Our Office staff: Mary Shepard is a new and welcome addition helping out with scheduling, customer service, office technology and everything else in between. |