A Note to Our Valued Customers, Clean Sweep Maryland prioritizes the safety of our customers and employees every day of the year. With the recent spread of the coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, we want to let you know that we are monitoring this situation as it evolves and taking the necessary precautions to stay [...]
When you work with your clients to list their homes on the market, there are many factors that can increase or decrease the value of the property. One of the more subtle things that affects its value and appeal to buyers is the gutters. A home with the wrong gutters or gutters that are damaged [...]
A drafty fireplace is not only annoying to walk by; it can also dramatically increase your energy bill as you struggle to combat the cold air flowing into your home. Clean Sweep can help to repair your fireplace to ensure that no cold air is flowing in, but what could some of the potential culprits [...]
Your home seller has a chimney sweep service and inspection scheduled before the first open house date, but what will actually happen during that appointment? Here is what you and your home sellers can expect when a professional chimney sweep from Clean Sweep Maryland arrives at the home. The Importance of a Chimney Inspection and [...]
Have you noticed any issues in the masonry on your chimney this winter? Did you wait to complete the repairs that your chimney sweep suggested during your fall inspection? Before you schedule those repairs, you might be wondering when the optimal time of year to have them completed is. At Clean Sweep, we know how [...]
The average homeowner or home seller might not think too much about their gutters, but the gutters are a critical piece of every property. Without the right gutters, a home can have issues with basement flooding, foundation cracks and other serious problems. Do the gutters that are on the home you are listing add to [...]
Slate is one of the most beautiful roofing materials, and slate roofs can last for over a century with proper care and maintenance. However, the maintenance process is not safe for the average homeowner to tackle. Why is slate roofing maintenance and repair best left to the professionals at Clean Sweep? The Dangers of Fixing [...]
As you help homeowners put their homes on the market and help prospective home buyers find the perfect house for them, you will encounter many chimneys. Just like with many other parts of the home, safety goes beneath the surface. Chimneys that look great could have serious structural or safety issues on the inside. When [...]
Chilly nights and brisk mornings are here, which means that many homeowners are suddenly noticing problems with their chimneys. While many chimneys can last for decades with regular preventative maintenance and repairs, some homeowners forget about the importance of preventative maintenance until it is too late! What are the most common fall chimney problems? The [...]
When your home sellers need to clean their chimneys before an inspection, who do you have on speed dial? Choosing and recommending the right chimney sweep is essential to protect your home sellers and your reputation. How can you make sure that you are recommending a high-quality, experienced and trustworthy chimney sweep? Know What Chimney [...]
