Clean Sweep Enterprises, Inc.

🚨 MITIGATION MYTHS MONDAY 🚨

MYTH: If it’s not raw sewage, it’s not that dangerous. ❌

TRUTH: Just because contaminated water doesn’t look like what most people picture as “sewage” doesn’t mean it’s safe. ✅

According to the IICRC, Category 3 (Black Water) is water that contains harmful contaminants that can cause illness, disease, or serious discomfort. While raw sewage is certainly included, many homeowners are surprised to learn that other common sources can also be considered highly contaminated, including:

🚽 Toilet overflows from beyond the trap
🕳️ Drain backups
🗑️ Garbage disposal backups
💧 Sump pump failures
🏠 Other unsanitary water sources

Contaminated water doesn’t always look like brown, chunky water with toilet paper floating around 💩🤮 In many cases, it can appear relatively harmless while still carrying dangerous bacteria, viruses, pathogens, and other contaminants.

Leaving a Category 3 water loss untreated can lead to:
⚠️ Serious health risks
⚠️ Mold growth
⚠️ Lingering odors
⚠️ Structural damage
⚠️ Increased repair costs

When it comes to contaminated water, it’s always better to be safe than sorry - have your property evaluated by trained professionals right away.

Have no fear — Clean Sweep is here! 💪

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Clean Sweep
Care That’s Genuine. Expertise That’s Proven.
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24/7/365 Emergency Services
WATER | FIRE | SEWAGE | MOLD
🏢 843-932-9388
🆘 855-596-5646
🏣 11774-B Hwy 17 Bypass S, Murrells Inlet, SC
🌐 www.thecleansweepinc-sc.com

🚨 MITIGATION MYTHS MONDAY 🚨

MYTH: “It’s not standing water - we don’t need mitigation.” ❌

TRUTH: Even slow leaks and hidden moisture can cause serious damage to your home.

Water doesn’t need to be pooling on the floor to create a problem. It takes the path of least resistance, traveling behind walls, under flooring, through insulation, and into structural materials where damage can go unnoticed for weeks or even months.

What starts as a small drip under a sink or behind an appliance can quickly turn into:
💧 Hidden moisture
🦠 Mold growth
🏠 Damaged flooring and walls
🔨 Costly structural repairs

Don’t wait until a small leak becomes a major restoration project. The sooner moisture is identified, the more materials can often be saved.

The good news? We even work directly with insurance companies on your behalf to help make the process as smooth as possible.

Have no fear — Clean Sweep is here! 💪

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Clean Sweep
Care That’s Genuine. Expertise That’s Proven.
💧 🔥 💩 🦠
24/7/365 Emergency Services
WATER | FIRE | SEWAGE | MOLD
🏢843-932-9388
🆘855-596-5646
🏣11774-B Hwy 17 Bypass S Murrells Inlet SC
🌐 www.thecleansweepinc-sc.com

🚨 MITIGATION MYTHS MONDAY 🚨

MYTH: “If it looks dry, it IS dry.” ❌

TRUTH: Water has a sneaky way of hiding where you can’t see it — behind walls, under floors, and inside cabinets. What looks “fine” on the surface can actually be causing hidden damage underneath.

In as little as 24-48 hours, trapped moisture can lead to:
💧 Mold growth
💧 Swelling materials
💧 Structural damage
💧 More costly repairs

That’s why professional moisture detection and drying is so important after water damage. Don’t wait until a small issue becomes a major problem.

Have no fear — Clean Sweep is here! 💪🏠
We’re available 24/7 for emergency services.
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Clean Sweep
Care That’s Genuine. Expertise That’s Proven.
💧 🔥 💩 🦠
24/7/365 Emergency Services
WATER | FIRE | SEWAGE | MOLD
🏢843-932-9388
🆘855-596-5646
🏣11774-B Hwy 17 Bypass S Murrells Inlet SC
🌐 www.thecleansweepinc-sc.com

🇺🇸 HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage, service, and selflessness will never be forgotten. ❤️🤍💙

As we spend time with family and friends this Memorial Day weekend, we remember that our freedom came at a cost paid by heroes who gave everything for others.

In observance of the holiday, our offices are closed today. However, Clean Sweep is always available for emergency services 24/7/365 should you need us.

From all of us at Clean Sweep — thank you to our fallen heroes, military families, and all who have served. We will never forget.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

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Clean Sweep
Care That’s Genuine. Expertise That’s Proven.
💧 🔥 💩 🦠
24/7/365 Emergency Services
WATER | FIRE | SEWAGE | MOLD
🏢843-932-9388
🆘855-596-5646
🏣11774-B Hwy 17 Bypass S Murrells Inlet SC
🌐 www.thecleansweepinc-sc.com

🚫 STOP SPRAYING BLEACH ON MOLD 🚫

One of the biggest misconceptions we see is homeowners trying to treat mold with bleach alone.

While bleach may temporarily lighten the appearance of mold… it does NOT eliminate the source — especially when moisture is trapped behind walls, under flooring, or inside porous materials.

Mold spreads FAST when moisture is left untreated, and improper cleaning can sometimes make the problem worse.

If you notice:
👃 Musty odors
🟢 Discoloration on walls or ceilings
💧 Previous leaks or water damage
🤧 Increased allergy symptoms

…it may be time to have it professionally evaluated.

Our certified remediation team is available 24/7/365 to help safely identify, contain, and remediate mold issues in your home or business. Contact us anytime to schedule your onsite evaluation!
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Clean Sweep
Care That's Genuine. Expertise That's Proven.
💧 🔥 💩 🦠
24/7/365 Emergency Services
WATER | FIRE | SEWAGE | MOLD
🏢843-932-9388
🆘855-596-5646
🏣11774-B Hwy 17 Bypass S Murrells Inlet SC
🌐 www.thecleansweepinc-sc.com

🎬HAPPY NATIONAL CLASSIC MOVIE DAY FROM CLEAN SWEEP! 🍿

Today we decided to put our own spin on some legendary movie classics… mitigation style. 😎💧🔥

From battling flood damage like the “Floodbusters,” to western mold-fighting outlaws in “Moldstone,” and our all-star “A Team of Their Own” lineup — our crew is always ready for the next scene. 🎥

At Clean Sweep, we may not be Hollywood heroes… but when water, fire, sewage, or mold strike, we know how to make a disaster movie end with a happy ending. 💪

Which poster is YOUR favorite? 👀👇



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Clean Sweep
Care That's Genuine. Expertise That's Proven.
💧 🔥 💩 🦠
24/7/365 Emergency Services
WATER | FIRE | SEWAGE | MOLD
🏢843-932-9388
🆘855-596-5646
🏣11774-B Hwy 17 Bypass S Murrells Inlet SC
🌐 www.thecleansweepinc-sc.com

Please join us in officially welcoming Brandon Johnson to the Clean Sweep team! 💙💚

Brandon is joining us as a Lead Technician, and we’re excited to have him on board. He brings with him valuable experience, strong drive, and genuine compassion for helping others—qualities that truly make a difference in the work we do every day.

We’re excited to watch him grow in this role and become a strong leader in the field.

Welcome to the team, Brandon! 👏

💙 Happy Mother’s Day from Clean Sweep! 💚
Today we celebrate all of the incredible moms of the Clean Sweep family — the moms of little ones, grown children, and four-legged loved ones too 🐾
Thank you for the care, compassion, strength, patience, and love you bring both at home and to our team every single day. Whether you’re a mom, grandmother, bonus mom, pet mom, or someone who simply cares for others like family — today is for YOU.
We are so grateful for the amazing women out there - including the ones who help make Clean Sweep feel like home. 🌻
From our Clean Sweep family to yours — Happy Mother’s Day! 💐