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.”

About Generational Group

Generational Group, headquartered in Dallas, TX, is a leading, award winning full-service M&A advisory firm. Generational has over 350 professionals across 17 offices in North America. The firm empowers business owners to unlock the full value of their companies through a comprehensive suite of services—including M&A advisory, exit planning education, business valuation, strategic growth advisory, wealth advisory, and digital solutions.

Celebrating its 21st year, Generational has successfully closed over 1,800 transactions and has ranked #1 or #2 in all LSEG league tables for deals valued between $25 million and $1 billion in 2024 and 2025.

The firm was named 2025 USA Investment Banking Firm of the Year by the Global M&A Network and recognized as Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor in 2024 and 2025.

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