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What Is Creosote, and How Can It Impact a Home Sale This Fall?
All realtors know to make sure the HVAC system is working to perfection and the caulk in the bathtub is touched up, but many totally gloss over one of the [...]
2 Investments to Protect Your Home This Autumn and Winter
As the sun sets on the summer of 2022, we’re entering our favorite time of year: fireplace season! If your home is looking a little worse for wear, now is the time to repair. Colder months and harsher weather are on the horizon, making the start of autumn the perfect time to make a few home investments that will keep you and your family protected all winter long. […]
4 Gutter-Related Problems that Could Slow a Home Sale
You’re probably already familiar with our chimney cleaning and inspection services that make us a top choice for realtors throughout the Baltimore region, but that’s not all Clean Sweep brings to the table. We also offer a variety of services to ensure your client’s gutters are in top shape prior to a transfer of ownership. […]
Your Mid-Summer Home Maintenance Guide
Summer has been flying by and back to school season will arrive before we know it! Now is the perfect time to relax and enjoy some of the best weather our state has to offer. Additionally, it’s a great time to make a manageable to-do-list to give yourself a head start for a smooth transition into the fall. Investing a small amount of time in your home over the next month will ensure that your house is fully ready for the new season! Here is our mid-summer to-do-list for Maryland homeowners. […]
Watch Out for These Signs of Mold!
Realtors work hard to earn and maintain their reputation with homebuyers and sellers alike. As such, you are likely no stranger to helping clients check every box to ensure their needs are met as they prepare to enjoy their new space to the fullest. Along your journey of advocating for your clients during a transfer of homeownership, be sure to remember the potential for hidden dangers lurking inside the home. Without a keen attention to detail, you could be missing something as serious as a hidden mold infestation. As such, let’s take a look at a few of the signs of mold growth. […]
The Most Common Chimney Issues in the Summertime
Summer has arrived here in Maryland, and that means two things when it comes to the weather: humid days and stormy evenings. While it’s easy to forget about our chimneys during this time of year, both the humidity and the rainfall of the summer season have the potential to cause a few pesky chimney-related issues. […]