History of Sweep’s Luck Chimney Service

Sweep’s Luck Chimney & Dryer Vent Service is a family owned and operated business
serving Southern California for nearly thirty years.  Sweep’s Luck founder, Gil Calkins,
established the business in 1982 with three goals in mind: reliability, honesty and
professionalism toward each and every client.  Twenty-seven years later, his goals have
paid off and a respected business continues to grow with locations serving all of the San
Bernardino Mountains, all of San Diego County, Temecula, Palm Springs, Redlands, San
Bernardino, all of the High Desert and surrounding areas.

Gil’s sons, Nolan and Nathan Calkins, took over the business in 2004 and continue to
improve upon his legacy.  To better serve their clients, Nathan and Nolan acquired more
service trucks, have a full time office staff, created an informational website,
www.sweepsluck.net, obtained a State Contractors License and have spent months
computerizing the Sweep’s Luck client database.

To further expand their range of services, Nolan and Nathan have added Air Duct cleaning
to their list of professional services offered.  In 2004, Nolan and Nathan partnered with long
time local fireplace and stove company, Buck Energy Center.  Fred Webster has served the
San Bernardino mountain communities since 1983.  Buck Energy specializes in sales and
installation as well as repairs for new fireplaces, inserts, stoves, BBQ's, patio heaters, gas
logs and accessories.  In 2010, Nolan and Nathan obtained the dealership rights to install
the product Thermocrete, the most advanced chimney restoration product in the industry.

In 2006, Nolan and Nathan were able to promote the growth of the family company to other
parts of Southern California.  Childhood and family friend, Daniel Swedo and wife, Shelley,
utilized the same determination and values to begin servicing San Diego, Temecula, and the
Orange County area.  Also, as of 2009, Patrick and Krystal Baker have joined the Sweep's
Luck family and have expanded services to the Loma Linda, Palm Springs and High Desert
areas.

Sweep’s Luck has always been proud to give back to the community by contributing
donations and services to many local organizations and schools. Sweep's Luck donates to
Mountain Hearts and Lives, Rebuilding Day, Boys and Girls Club, as well as Rim sports
such as football, shred team, band, softball, and wrestling.

Continuing Gil Calkins’ expertise and family ethics, Nolan and Nathan are proud to be at the
forefront of their industry.  Sweep’s Luck Chimney Service is certified by the Chimney
Safety Institute of America, and is recognized by both California State and the National
Chimney Sweep Guilds as well as others listed on their website.  Sweep’s Luck is
fully
insured and carries worker's compensation and disability for every employee.