Suzanne Ward's Blog

Posted on 10/30/2022

Budget DIY: Spray Foam vs Fiberglass Insulation - Which Is Best for You?

While upgrading a building’s insulation may not feel as exciting as an expansive new kitchen, the potential energy savings add up. Here are a few things about fiberglass and spray foam insulation property owners may want to consider. What Homeowners Need To Know About Fiberglass Insulation The upfront investment of fiberglass insulation proves attractive to DIY homeowners because...

Drywall

Fiberglass

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Posted on 10/29/2022

SPRINGFIELD, VA Real Estate Market Update 10/29/2022

Click here to view SPRINGFIELD, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 10/23/2022

Basics of building a deck: Wood options

If you’re interested in the basics of building a deck, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the decking materials available. There are multiple options including vinyl, composite and natural wood. However, if you’re going with natural wood for your deck, you also have different options to choose from. Here are the main types of wood used for deck...

Building A Deck

Building Materials

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Posted on 10/16/2022

Make sure these 3 things are on your checklist for buying a house

If you're preparing to buy a home, you've likely...

Homebuying

Homebuyer Checklist

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Posted on 10/16/2022

DIY Construction: Safety Tips to Keep in Mind

DIY construction projects can be an exciting way to put your skills to use and improve your home’s functionality or appearance. Whether you’re new to DIY or have experience with these types of projects, it’s always important to make sure you’re safe. When doing DIY construction projects, keep these safety tips in mind at all times. Get Rid...

Construction

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Posted on 10/09/2022

How to Prevent Frozen Water Pipes

If you live in a climate with freezing temperatures, it's important to protect your pipes. Water freezing inside pipes can cause them to rupture, leading to expensive leaks and even flooding. Unfortunately, since water pipes are all hidden away, it's easy to forget they're at risk of freezing. Here are some tips for simple ways to prevent your...

Frozen Pipes

Plumbing

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Posted on 10/02/2022

Essentials for day of closing: A homebuyer's guide

The day of closing is the goal at the end of a long and complex homebuying journey. Like every step of the process, closing on a new home has multiple smaller steps and variables to prepare for. Luckily, there are some simple ways to get ready for the closing process. Here are the most important things you should...

Agent

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Posted on 09/28/2022

SPRINGFIELD, VA Real Estate Market Update 9/28/2022

Click here to view SPRINGFIELD, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 09/25/2022

How to Make Your Next Buffet Safe & Healthy

Buffets are a convenient way to serve a group of people. They can be especially helpful when there are many food items and a lot of guests. Even for small gatherings, a serve-yourself buffet is usually the easiest setup. Unfortunately, health concerns make buffet-style food service risky. Sharing the same serving utensils and congregating in a small space...

Cleaning

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Posted on 09/18/2022

Flash Floods & Other Water Damage Your Insurance Might Not Cover

Homeowner's insurance can help you recover financially from many accidents and disasters at home. While traditional homeowner's policies include coverage for personal items and your property, they don't cover everything. Certain types of damage may be excluded from coverage and require an additional policy, including many types of water damage. Here are some of the types of water...

Flood Insurance

Homeowners Insurance

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Posted on 09/11/2022

Solomon's Seal & Other Perfect Plants for Shaded Gardens

A shaded yard or garden space might seem like a challenge. However, there are many plants like Solomon's seal that prefer partial to full shade. If you're searching for plants to fill your shaded garden, here are some suggestions to consider: Solomon's Seal Solomon's seal plants have long, arching vines with rows of hanging flowers resembling tiny lanterns....

Garden

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Posted on 09/04/2022

How to design an art studio home

Many creative homeowners dream of having their own private art studio. Home layouts might provide the extra square footage, but how do you go about designing the ideal creative space? If you want to set up your functional art studio at home, there are plenty of ways to work with the space you already have. Here are some...

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