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Story summary
- Chimney sweeps in London are experiencing a resurgence driven by high energy prices and wood-burning stoves.
- Josh Firkins, a chimney sweep, notes his family business receives 70 to 80 calls daily in winter.
- National Association of Chimney Sweeps (NACS) reports membership has grown from 590 in 2021 to 750, including 40 female members.
- The revival raises air pollution concerns from open fires.
- The British government recommends annual professional sweeps.
