DALLAS, August 22 — Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of J.C. Services, LLC dba American Chimney & Fireplace to Chimney Collective. The acquisition closed July 24, 2026.
Located in Louisville, Kentucky, American Chimney & Fireplace is a family-owned company specializing in comprehensive chimney, fireplace, and venting services for residential customers throughout the greater Louisville area. Established in 2007, the company has built a reputation for delivering high-quality chimney sweeping, inspections, repairs, masonry restoration, rebuilds, fireplace and stove installations, and dryer vent cleaning. Staffed by CSIA-certified technicians, American Chimney & Fireplace is committed to helping homeowners maintain safe, efficient, and long-lasting fireplace systems through expert craftsmanship, exceptional customer service, and a strong focus on safety. By combining industry expertise with personalized care, the company has become a trusted partner for homeowners seeking reliable fireplace and chimney solutions.
Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Chimney Collective is a partnership of premier chimney, fireplace, and masonry service companies united by a shared vision of building the industry’s leading network of trusted residential service providers. Rather than replacing the businesses they partner with, Chimney Collective preserves each company’s local brand, leadership, customer relationships, and culture while providing the operational resources, strategic guidance, and investment needed to support long-term growth. Through collaboration, shared best practices, and a commitment to excellence, Chimney Collective empowers exceptional owner-operators to strengthen their businesses, create new opportunities for their teams, and deliver outstanding service to homeowners across the country.
Generational Group Executive Managing Director, M&A, Central Region – Michael Goss, and his team led by Senior Managing Director, M&A, Jerry Yocum and Managing Director, M&A, Ryan Johnson successfully closed the deal. Executive Managing Director and Group Leader, David Robinson and Senior M&A Advisor, Rob McCleland established the initial relationship with J.C. Services, LLC dba American Chimney & Fireplace.
Ryan Binkley, CEO of Generational Group, added, “We are pleased to have facilitated this transaction between two organizations that are well aligned strategically. Together, they are well positioned to capitalize on new opportunities while building on the strong foundations each company has established.”