How do I introduce a new owner to my chimney sweep’s realtor referral partners?

Start by writing down who sends you work. For each realtor, note how often they call, what kind of inspections or cleaning they request, and what they like about working with you. Some want fast turnaround before a closing date, others want clear reports to pass to a client. Those details are the real value to hand over.

Pick the most important partners and arrange short, face-to-face meetings, with you present. Tell them you are leaving, who is taking over and what will not change: the standards, the response time, the report format. Let the new owner talk about their own background, because realtors recommend people they trust, and trust is easier to build in a conversation than in a letter.

Follow up for a few weeks after. Check in with each partner, ask whether any jobs slipped and ask how the new owner is doing. A small mistake in the first month can stay in a realtor’s mind for much longer than a good job, so offer to be available by phone during that time. Hand over your notes and contact details too, and agree how long you will stay reachable. If a partner seems hesitant, ask what would reassure them, and pass the answer to the buyer promptly.

Key takeaways

• List each referring realtor, what they ask for and how often they send work.
• Introduce the new owner in person and say what will stay the same.
• Stay reachable for a set period and check in with each partner afterward.