6 Tips to Protect Your Home From Vandalism
Owning a home means protecting it around the clock. Yet, even when you are not at home, there are things you can do to help [...]
Summer Exterior Home Maintenance Needed Now
Summer is here, and we welcome its lazy days. One area where you shouldn’t be lazy, however, is in your home’s maintenance. Summer is the [...]
For a Smoother Project, Hire a Construction Supervisor Apart From Your Construction Team
Couple with contractor in structure Construction projects are no fun—at least while they are happening. There are decisions to make, schedules to keep, [...]
Require Integrity in an Expert Witness
The job of the opposing attorney is to debunk the findings of the expert witness, or at the very least, portray the expert as an [...]
Building Codes Set the Performance Threshold for Construction Disputes
For every construction job, there is something called a “performance threshold” that sets the limits and standards for acceptability. And where a performance does not [...]
Is Your Pool Safe and Up to Code?
Modern pools are likely up to code, but older pools may not be safe. Pools even as young as 10 years old may have violations [...]
What Homeowners Need to Know about Protecting Themselves Against Unscrupulous Contractors, Part IV: Contract Disputes
Part IV of our four-part series on protecting yourself against unscrupulous contractors explores contract disputes. For more information about Virginia contract requirements, refer to Part [...]
What Homeowners Need to Know about Protecting Themselves Against Unscrupulous Contractors, Part I: Licensing
If you are about to commence on a construction project at your home, you know you cannot do it alone. You have to hire a [...]
Your Annual Chimney and Fireplace Inspection Is Due
Once a year you need to have your fireplace and chimney inspected. Even if you don’t use it much. Why? Because animals may build nests [...]
Critical Signs of Mold in Your Home
Are you constantly suffering the symptoms of sore eyes, itchy skin, sore throat, sneezing, coughing or a runny nose? Chances are you may have mold [...]