Homes are designed to be energy-efficient over the cold winter months and block out heat in the summer. When frigid winds start outside, homeowners seal cracks in insulation and block out any drafts. However, those measures to keep heat in also seal in allergens and pollutants inside of the home. Indoor air quality can dramatically [...]

As a realtor, you work hard to protect your reputation with homebuyers and home sellers. While some defects in the home are hard to notice, that doesn’t make them any less lethal. Homes with mold can present serious health and safety consequences to buyers and sellers, whether or not they have a mold allergy. Do [...]

Fall is here, and winter is right around the corner, which means that you should take some time to complete all of your regular fall maintenance tasks. Thankfully, Clean Sweep Maryland is here to help! Check Your Slate Roofing Fall is a great time to check your slate roofing for any issues since it’s months [...]

Over 15,000 house fires a year are directly associated with clothes dryers. If dryer vents are not cleaned on a regular basis to keep them free of lint, debris and excess dust, homeowners are putting themselves in a surprisingly dangerous situation. Many people don’t realize that the same heat that dries their clothes can ignite [...]

Your air ducts and heating and cooling system work hard throughout the summer and winter to keep your home comfortable. However, many homeowners still neglect the ducts that deliver clean, fresh air into their living spaces. Whether you’re a regular air duct cleaner or breathing in air from dirty ducts, here are some of the [...]

With the laundry list of things that home sellers have to complete before completing the sale, it’s understandable that you might feel hesitant about recommending one more thing for the list. However, as a realtor interested in selling a home for the most value possible, you should always include a fireplace inspection on the to-do [...]

Unfortunately, many homeowners wait until it’s too late to schedule a chimney sweeping appointment. Just like putting off having your car taken in until the ‘check engine’ light kicks on, you should never wait until an accident or dangerous event occurs to have your chimney inspected. Have an Annual Inspection It’s good to plan on [...]

Is it okay for homeowners to tackle chimney cleaning alone? Do homebuyers really care about how safe and clean a chimney is before signing on the dotted line? Will a home inspector be able to catch potential issues in a chimney? There are countless myths about the importance of chimney cleaning before a home sale, [...]

While warm fires are the last thing you want burning in your house in the summer heat, fall and brisk winter nights are right around the corner. When cooler days come around, you should start by cleaning out your fireplace and getting a chimney inspection. Once your chimney has been prepped, you need to choose [...]

Choosing the right chimney sweep is important to ensure that a home can stand up to the strictest home inspection possible and that it is ready for market. When it comes time to book a chimney cleaning, the homeowners you are working with will look to you for a recommendation. When you are selecting a [...]