Fall is almost in full swing here in Ashburn, and making time for home maintenance tasks can be hard, especially when everyone is so busy. And spending an afternoon watching college football or going apple picking is a lot more fun than doing maintenance! But, as a homeowner, the consistent upkeep of your home helps […]

You never know if and when something will happen — whether it’s a big catastrophe or something less destructive – so you need to be prepared! It’s essential to choose the right company, the right price, and the right coverage for your specific situation.  Keep in mind, homeowners insurance is really a collection of different […]

Has Your Home Been Tested for Radon? Have you ever heard of radon?  Well, it’s a big deal.  It’s an odorless, colorless gas and is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. It can get trapped in our homes and be at such high levels that it can affect your health. […]

Do You Have A Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed in Your Home? Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas produced by burning gas, wood, propane, charcoal or other fuel. You must have a CO detector if you have fuel-burning appliances in your home. And if you have such appliances on more than one level of […]

Should You Consider Getting a Home Warranty? As a homeowner, you just never know when you’ll face unexpected and costly repairs for your home.  A home warranty can sound like a great solution to this dilemma, but is it really worth it? Home warranties have gotten a bad rap in the past, but like any […]

Your Home Needs These Three Yearly Service Contracts With busy schedules, it’s easy to let regular home maintenance fall off your to-do list. Like many homeowners, you might try to cram certain projects into one weekend. Or worse yet, disaster strikes, and you get hit with a large bill since you never got around to […]

My Back-to-School Reading List It’s always a good time to step back and read a great book, but something about when school is back in session makes me want to grab for a book and learn. So, I wanted to share my favorite books with you.  These are books I keep re-reading, recommending, and passing […]

Have You Refinanced Yet? With mortgage rates at historic lows, it’s the perfect time to consider refinancing your home if you haven’t done so already. If you’re looking for ways to cut costs and save money this summer, then taking advantage of these current rates with a new loan should be at the top of […]

Vacation Must-Do’s To Keep Your Home Safe and Secure Whether you’re a meticulous vacation planner or more carefree, you don’t want to be laissez-faire when it comes to leaving your home. No one wants to be enjoying a day at the beach and then have that feeling that something is amiss at home. That’s why […]

Summertime To-Do’s for Your Home and Yard Can your home and yard handle the summertime heat and humidity? Check out all of my tips that can help with this summertime heat! Keep It Cool Even if it’s hot outside and you want to keep in cool inside. Get your A/C system serviced professionally. Get your […]