Leader in the Chimney Industry
A Step in Time Chimney Sweeps has been offering chimney cleaning, inspections and repairs for over 20 years. The founder, Ray Gessner is a licensed professional engineer with a masters degree in civil engineering from Old Dominion University and B.S. in civil engineering from Virginia Tech. A Step in Time is currently expanding nationwide and partnering with firemen throughout the United States to establish business locations with owner/operators who are existing or former firemen.
If you are a homeowner looking for a knowledgeable and professional chimney sweep then go to our “SeekASweep” locator and we will match you with a professional local chimney sweep. If you are a fireman or an extremely experienced chimney sweep then contact us to find how you can operate your local business by partnering with us.
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Chimney
We offer chimney cleaning, inspections and repairs by trained professionals
Roofing
We offer roof repairs and replacement. Hail damage and insurance claims welcome.
Dryer vent cleaning
We offer dryer vent cleaning for residential and commercial projects.
Training
A Step in Time offers training to chimney professional throughout the United States by a licensed professional engineer.
OUR TEAM
Ray
Ray Gessner, P.E. is the founder and C.E.O. of A Step in Time. He is a licensed professional engineer with master’s degree in civil engineering.
Rufus
Rufus Jones is the corporate office general manager of the roofing division. Mr. Jones has been in the construction business for over 20 years.
Fran
Frances Verhofstadt is the corporate office manager and has wored in customer service her entire life. She has a wonderful personality and is Ray’s mother in law.
Andrew
Andrew Paterini is leading the Williamsburg and Richmond Market. He has many years of experience as a chimney sweep.
