The company's purpose is to operate a chimney sweep and stove and fireplace installation business, as well as all related work, including minor masonry and renovation work. The company may carry out all transactions and conclude all contracts that may promote the purposes set by the company, or that are directly or indirectly related to these purposes. It may conduct its activities both in Switzerland and abroad and take participations in other companies or associate with other companies. It may acquire real estate, encumber it, alienate it and manage it. The company may, with or without remuneration, grant loans to its members or third parties, or provide securities of all kinds to cover the commitments of its members or third parties.