Chimney Sweeps in Maryland
147 verified sweeps · 74 cities covered
FindChimneySweepers lists 147 verified chimney sweeps across 74 Maryland cities. Maryland's Home Improvement Commission requires a Home Improvement Contractor license for any chimney work, with statutory minimum liability insurance of $50,000. Baltimore and DC-suburb sweeps frequently maintain reciprocity with neighboring DC and Virginia licensing authorities.
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Level 1, 2, and 3 chimney inspection per NFPA 211 — what each includes, when it's required, cost ranges, and how scammers exploit the Level 2 designation.