Tips
Attic Insulation in Northern Virginia: Types and Energy Savings
Proper attic insulation is one of the first things homeowners can do to improve energy savings and their overall comfort. This is especially true for those living in regions that experience extreme temperature swings, like Northern Virginia. Types of Insulation Materials for Existing Homes For existing homes, there are four primary types of attic insulation…
Read MoreTips for Home Winterization in Northern Virginia
Home winterization in Northern Virginia should not be overlooked. Preparing our homes for the freezing temperatures and harsh weather conditions that winter brings is important. Failure to do so could lead to damage to your home and costly repairs. This article will provide practical tips to effectively winterize your home, ensuring it remains warm, safe…
Read MoreDust Protection and Floor Protection – necessary but overlooked
Your family, home and furnishings are important to you so they are important to us. Every remodeling project should have necessary precautions to limit the spread of dust and particles (as it should always be not just because of COVID-19). One of our biggest concerns is to make sure we have as little impact on…
Read MoreAre All Quartz Countertops the Same?
Is there a difference between quartz countertops and other materials? Which countertop material is best: Quartz or Granite? Of course, the answer is “It Depends”. After explaining the differences many people prefer Quartz. “Quartz” in context to this discussion is a man-made countertop product more accurately described as “engineered stone”. So with a decision to…
Read MoreTips For Preparing Your Home For Winter Weather
I get a lot of questions from people about home maintenance, immediate problems they have, past problems and prevention recommendations. Many times these questions are around a recent catastrophic event like a basement that flooded. A common connection is that many of the questions are seasonal. So here are some tips for preparing your home…
Read MoreTips to Help Your House Survive the BIG Snow
Hello friends of Northwood. Yes we are joining in on the “Big Snow Coming” craziness. BUT our intent is to provide a few quick reminders and tips to help prevent damage from deep snow and melt off afterwards. Since the forecast as of now is for accumulation greater than 8” (way greater as of this…
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