Can You Recognize Structural Damage in Your Home?
Some of the most expensive repairs come from structural damage. But are you savvy enough to recognize what might be costly structural damage in your [...]
What is a Construction Forensic Investigation…and Why Do You Need One?
Most people are aware of the term “forensic investigation” from watching TV crime shows like CSI or Law & Order SVU. But they may not [...]
Spoilage of Evidence Can Destroy a Construction Defect Claim
When you are involved in a legal dispute, your case depends upon the evidence that can either back up or dispute your defense. Spoilage of [...]
What Happens When the Contractor Walks Off the Job?
When you’ve signed a contract with a construction company, remodeler or handyman, you expect the job to be done both to your satisfaction and to [...]
Working with Pressure-Treated Lumber
You may have heard of pressure-treated lumber but not known exactly what that means, or how to best work with it. Let’s take a moment [...]
Water Damage Insurance. What’s Really Covered – Or Not
The year 2018 set a record in Northern Virginia for being the wettest year since National Weather Service records were kept. As of late December, [...]
Surprise Charge From Your Contractor? What To Do Next.
Sometimes we get a call from someone who says, “I received this invoice from my contractor and we didn’t agree to it…what do I do?” [...]
6 Worst Wiring Mistakes
Wiring the electrical system through your home or business is one of the most intricate jobs of the construction process. It is extremely important that [...]
What does “LEED Certified” Mean?
is an acronym for “Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design,” a Green Associate credential created and issued by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). According [...]
What to Look for in a Final Walk-Through Inspection
After months of construction on a new home or a remodel, you may want to hurry through the last inspection so you can settle in. [...]