Fairfax: Height of Education
Located just 17 miles outside of outside of Washington, D.C., Fairfax, Virginia is ranked by U.S. News and World Report as having one of the… Read More »Fairfax: Height of Education
Miscellaneous
Springfield: A Hub for All
Springfield, Virginia’s unique location makes it an ideal home for family, work, and entertainment. Located at the nexus of I-395, I 95 and I-495, Springfield… Read More »Springfield: A Hub for All
Gainesville: Outdoors meets Luxury
Located off of I-66, Gainesville, Virginia is a rapidly growing community that has retained its rural charm. Conway-Robinson State Forest Park is a 444-acre National… Read More »Gainesville: Outdoors meets Luxury
Purcellville: No Shortage of Entertainment
Located along Harry Byrd Highway also known as Route 7, Purcellville, Virginia might give visitors small towns feel, but there is no shortage of entertainment… Read More »Purcellville: No Shortage of Entertainment
Rockville: Rapidly Growing
As the county seat of Montgomery County, Maryland, Rockville is one of the most populated cities in Maryland. Less than an hour from Washington, D.C.,… Read More »Rockville: Rapidly Growing
Residential Home Inspections: Know The Details
What Are The Benefits of a Home Inspection? Buying a home is a significant investment. It’s essential to take the time to find a reputable… Read More »Residential Home Inspections: Know The Details
How Much Does a Home Inspection Cost in Maryland?
No matter if you’re a prospective home buyer, real estate agent, or even selling your home, it pays to schedule an inspection with a certified… Read More »How Much Does a Home Inspection Cost in Maryland?
How Much Does a Home Inspection Cost in Northern Virginia?
No matter if you’re a prospective home buyer, real estate agent, or even selling your home, you want to know the home inspection cost. It… Read More »How Much Does a Home Inspection Cost in Northern Virginia?
Residential Foundation Insulation
By InterNACHI Homes being constructed today are more energy-efficient than those built even just a few years ago, primarily due to significant improvements in building… Read More »Residential Foundation Insulation
EMFs in the Home
Electromagnetic Fields by InterNACHI Can the electric and magnetic fields (EMFs) to which people are routinely exposed cause health effects? What are sources of EMFs,… Read More »EMFs in the Home
Electrical Safety
By InterNACHI Electricity is an essential part of our lives. However, it has the potential to cause great harm. Electrical systems will function almost indefinitely,… Read More »Electrical Safety
Eco-Friendly Relocation
By Nick Gromicko, CMI ® and Kate Tarasenko Relocation is often stressful and time-consuming, but rarely do we wonder about the impact the process has… Read More »Eco-Friendly Relocation
Constructed Wetlands: The Economic Benefits of Runoff Controls
By InterNACHI People have a strong emotional attachment to water, arising from its aesthetic qualities — tranquility, coolness and beauty. As a result, most water… Read More »Constructed Wetlands: The Economic Benefits of Runoff Controls
Child-Proofing Your Home: 12 Safety Devices to Protect Your Children
by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Kate Tarasenko from InterNACHI About 2.5 million children are injured or killed by hazards in the home each year. The good news… Read More »Child-Proofing Your Home: 12 Safety Devices to Protect Your Children
Building Orientation for Optimum Energy
by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Ben Gromicko from InterNACHI Building orientation is the practice of facing a building so as to maximize certain aspects of its surroundings,… Read More »Building Orientation for Optimum Energy
Building a Home
From InterNACHI If you want to build a new home, there are things you need to know before you begin. Learn about construction standards and… Read More »Building a Home
Biowall Inspection
by Nick Gromicko, CMI® from InterNACHI Biowalls — also referred to as living walls, vertical gardens, green facades, and green walls — are interior or exterior… Read More »Biowall Inspection
Biological Pollutants in the Home
From InterNACHI Outdoor air pollution in cities is a major health problem. Much effort and money continue to be spent cleaning up pollution in the… Read More »Biological Pollutants in the Home
Attached Garage Fire Hazards
by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Kenton Shepard from InterNACHI The purpose of this article is twofold. First, at InterNACHI, we’d like you to take measures to keep… Read More »Attached Garage Fire Hazards
Asbestos: Facts and Tips for Home Inspectors and Homeowners
From InterNACHI What Is Asbestos?Asbestos is a mineral fiber that can be positively identified only with a special type of microscope. There are several types… Read More »Asbestos: Facts and Tips for Home Inspectors and Homeowners
15 Tools Every Homeowner Should Own
by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Ben Gromicko from InterNACHI The following items are essential tools, but this list is by no means exhaustive. Feel free to ask… Read More »15 Tools Every Homeowner Should Own
An Easy Fix for Rust Stains on Clothing
Every once in a while, the washer creates a rust stain on clothes. Maybe rust was in the water, or there’s a little rust in… Read More »An Easy Fix for Rust Stains on Clothing
A Ton of Cooling
Ever hear of a two- or three-ton central air conditioner? Does that mean a two-ton air conditioner weighs 4,000 pounds? Is the term related to… Read More »A Ton of Cooling
Gather Free Water with a Rain Barrel
Yes, you can be green, save money on your utility bills, and still water your plants and garden. Consider a rain barrel to catch water… Read More »Gather Free Water with a Rain Barrel
The Crafty Way to Outwit Window Drafts
On many cold, sunny days it would be great to air out your home without feeling a nasty cold draft from an open window. It… Read More »The Crafty Way to Outwit Window Drafts
Why Use Primer When Painting?
Most of us do-it-yourselfers attempt to paint projects because painting is easy and gives a big bang for the buck. A fresh coat of paint… Read More »Why Use Primer When Painting?
Is It Plumb, Level, or Square?
We like to check to see if things are on the level – or should we say “plumb”? Is a wall plumb or level? Is… Read More »Is It Plumb, Level, or Square?
5-in-1 Tool Makes Painting Easier
While painting is a bit of a chore, the right tools can help you get the job done easier and faster. Lots of small tools… Read More »5-in-1 Tool Makes Painting Easier
What to Do In The Event Of Fire
What would you do in the event of fire? How would you react? These are some important questions you need to ask yourself. According to… Read More »What to Do In The Event Of Fire