How to Properly Dispose of Fireplace Ash

We’re nearing the last weeks of winter, which means many fireplaces will soon be shut down for warmer weather. And if you’ve put your wood-burning fireplace to use a lot this year, we’re guessing you have a lot of ash built up in the firebox. Now, some think removing...

Common Concerns About Your Gas Fireplace

It’s common to have some questions about gas appliances — like how they work, if they’re safe, and what to do when you have an issue.  Maybe you just bought a new home with a gas fireplace or you’re considering making the switch to gas. Or maybe you’ve just...

Why Does My Fireplace Smoke?

As temperatures get more frigid, homeowners everywhere are doing their best to prep for winter. One thing that requires a lot of extra attention this time of year is the fireplace. Inspections get scheduled, repairs are addressed, and any excess dirt or debris is...

All About Electric Fireplaces

If you want a fireplace, but have no chimney, you may think you are purely out of luck. Thankfully, that is not the case! Consider an electric option from Clean Sweep of Anne Arundel County. We have extensive training and experience in all things fireplace, and we...

Proper firewood preparation and storage

The perfect fall fire begins with the right wood. Properly seasoned and stored firewood burns hotter and more efficiently; that means your fireplace returns more heat to your home and your chimney won’t dirty as quickly. So how do you make sure that your firewood is...