National Chimney Sweep Guild

National Chimney Sweep Guild National Chimney Sweep Guild (NCSG) is an international trade association representing chimney sweeps

The June issue of Sweeping is packed with tools, technology and practical strategies to help you work smarter, communica...
06/19/2026

The June issue of Sweeping is packed with tools, technology and practical strategies to help you work smarter, communicate more effectively with customers and protect your bottom line.
Inside this month's issue:

✔ What top-performing technicians know about the devices in their pockets
✔ How Forge is expanding beyond virtual reality
✔ Protecting chimney swifts and turning a seasonal challenge into an opportunity
✔ How the right tools can reduce callbacks and increase profitability
✔ Repair vs. rebuild: Delivering the right solution at every budget
✔ Are you chasing the wrong review metric?
✔ The claim you don't see coming

Whether you're in the field, managing a team or growing your business, there's something in this issue for you.

06/16/2026

We already have a FULL trade show floor for NCSG's 50th anniversary convention in April 2027! 👀🎉

The response from exhibitors has been incredible, and it's making us even more excited to bring the chimney and venting industry together for a memorable week in Hershey, PA.

📍 Hershey Lodge and Convention Center
📆 April 6-10, 2027
🎟️ Registration opens on Black Friday (Nov. 27)!

The VR headsets have been getting plenty of attention at the Wood Energy Technology Transfer Inc. Conference & AGM in Ca...
06/10/2026

The VR headsets have been getting plenty of attention at the Wood Energy Technology Transfer Inc. Conference & AGM in Canada this week!

Bill Thornton and Jonathan Erdman have been giving attendees a chance to explore NCSG Forge in a whole new way. It's been fun watching people put on the headset, step into Forge, and see firsthand how technology is helping shape the future of chimney education.

Our President, Debbie Wiedwald, spent last weekend at the Sweep Away Cancer 2026 Rally alongside fellow chimney sweeps a...
06/08/2026

Our President, Debbie Wiedwald, spent last weekend at the Sweep Away Cancer 2026 Rally alongside fellow chimney sweeps and their families.

Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, donated, and supported this year's event. We're proud to be part of an industry that continues to show up for such an important cause.

Here are a few photos from the weekend. 💙

📷: Jonathan Sanders at FutureNow Marketing

Only 2 seats left for Office Manager Essentials on June 17-18! 🚨 After our inaugural class in May, we're making a few up...
05/29/2026

Only 2 seats left for Office Manager Essentials on June 17-18! 🚨 After our inaugural class in May, we're making a few updates:

✅ Now split into two half-days (12:00-5:00 pm CT both days) for a more manageable schedule
✅ Class size capped at 12 attendees to allow for better discussion and personal attention (only 2 spots left‼️)
✅ CEUs approved through NCSG, CSIA, and NFI

Register today because these spots won't be open for much longer! Head to the comments for the link.

Our office will be closed Monday, May 25, as we take time to honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to...
05/22/2026

Our office will be closed Monday, May 25, as we take time to honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to our country this Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

We hope everyone has a safe holiday weekend, and we’ll be back in the office Tuesday.

Choosing the right resource can make all the difference on the job.From mastering inspections and maintenance to improvi...
05/20/2026

Choosing the right resource can make all the difference on the job.

From mastering inspections and maintenance to improving workplace safety and OSHA compliance, these NCSG resources are designed to support chimney professionals at every level.

Chimneys need sealers designed for chimney conditions: strong water resistance, v***r permeability, durability on both b...
05/19/2026

Chimneys need sealers designed for chimney conditions: strong water resistance, v***r permeability, durability on both brick and mortar, reasonable shelf stability, and easy application in the field.

Understanding what's behind the label will put you in a better position to choose products that deliver long-term protection. Dive into all-things-sealers in the latest Sweeping article by Bruce Berglund, Ph.D. with SaverSystems Pro.

Before a technician ever arrives, the customer experience has already started, usually with the person answering the pho...
05/18/2026

Before a technician ever arrives, the customer experience has already started, usually with the person answering the phone. How a call is handled can shape trust, set expectations, and determine whether the job gets booked in the first place.

CSR 360° on July 15-16 is a 2-day virtual class designed to help customer service professionals guide conversations with more confidence, ask better questions, and create a stronger experience from the very first call.

July 15-16 | Virtual
Sign up by July 10 ⏳

12 CEUs available (NCSG, CSIA, and NFI)

What’s best for our members? That was the question at the center of every conversation this week as the NCSG Board of Di...
05/14/2026

What’s best for our members?
That was the question at the center of every conversation this week as the NCSG Board of Directors met at our Ankeny, Iowa headquarters for two days of strategic planning and discussion.

Topics included membership, certifications, virtual reality training, education, and advocacy, all with a focus on strengthening the value of the Guild and supporting chimney professionals across the country.

Thank you to our volunteer leaders for taking time away from their businesses to share ideas, ask thoughtful questions, and help guide the future of the Guild and the members it serves. 👏

Address

1255 SW Prairie Trail Parkway
Ankeny, IA
50023

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4pm
Friday 7:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+13178371500

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