5 Tips When Buying a Newly Constructed Home
Five things to handle when buying new construction, from keeping communication with the builder clear to booking inspections at the right stages.
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Field notes and practical answers for homebuyers, homeowners, sellers, and property professionals across the DC region.
Residential Home Inspections: Know The Details
What a professional home inspection can save you in repair surprises, and how its findings feed into a smarter purchase decision.
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Hire a Certified Healthy Home Inspector
Common housing problems, from damp basements to pest issues, carry real health consequences. How a healthy homes review catches them early.
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Fix That Sticking Bifold Door
Bifold doors usually stick because the hinges or pivot brackets have drifted out of place. Simple adjustments that get the door gliding again.
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A Quick “Bucket” Fix to Flush the Toilet
No water supply? You can still flush a toilet with a bucket. Here is how the trick works and why it helps while you wait for the plumber.
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Power Out? How To Free Your Car from the Garage
When the power fails, the garage door still opens. Where the manual release cord is, how it works, and how to reset the opener afterward.
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Clean Those Ugly Rust Stains on the Driveway
Rust removers made for concrete will lift those orange driveway stains. Application steps, safety notes and how to keep stains from returning.
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Take a Close Look at Your Chimney
Brick and stone chimneys take a beating from water and weather. What to look for during a close inspection and when repairs cannot wait.
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Gather Free Water with a Rain Barrel
A rain barrel turns roof runoff into free water for the garden and eases the load on storm drains. Setup basics and what to expect from one.
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Why Should You Seal Exterior Concrete?
Sealing driveways and walks is optional, but a good sealer fends off water, salt and staining. When the effort and expense pay off.
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Tricks for Replacing a Broken Light Bulb
Stuck bulbs are common in damp and outdoor fixtures. Safe ways to remove a broken one and keep replacements from seizing in the socket.
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No Heat? Try This Before Calling for Service
Furnace not starting? Run through the breaker, thermostat and switch checks first. A few minutes of testing can spare you a service call.
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