The company’s journey began in 2004, when Steve started his career at Air Pro, LLC under the mentorship of respected industry leader Michael McFarland. Following Michael’s passing in 2010, Steve assumed ownership of the business and rebranded it as Chimney Doctors, continuing the legacy of high-quality service and repair that customers had come to trust. His vision has remained consistent: to deliver transparent, reliable service, provide up-to-date educational resources, and offer peace of mind to homeowners, contractors, and real estate professionals. Over time, Steve became deeply involved in the chimney and fireplace industry, building valuable relationships that helped shape the company’s direction. A key connection introduced him to sheet metal fabrication and ultimately led to the founding of Sota Metal Fabrication. This evolution was driven by the need to address a major industry challenge, resulting in the development of the ChimGuard Full Coverage Chimney Cap—also known as the Outside Mount Chimney Cap—a solution designed to enhance performance and protection.