What is Thermography? Thermography uses infrared cameras to visualize temperature variations on building surfaces. This technique is especially useful for assessing: Insulation performance Ventilation...
Undertaking a significant capital project is never a small feat. The process is laden with risks, as it involves numerous moving parts, substantial...
As one of the most significant investments most people are likely to make in their lifetimes, a home construction or renovation project needs...
Construction work runs on contracts, and when the project is a significant home improvement contract or a contract for new construction, the agreement...
Without the benefit of a traditional home inspection, buyers in a seller’s market can take several steps to protect themselves from damage and...
Biller & Associates is pleased to announce a new service for homeowners in the Northern Virginia area: an Annual Home Maintenance Inspection. Homeownership has...
As we close out the year celebrating the holiday season with friends and family, Biller & Associates took some time to reflect on...
Residential construction projects can go awry; when they do, the homeowner and the builder might take steps to secure their position legally. When...
Like most businesses, Biller & Associates did not spring into being, fully formed in a day. Owner and Chief Home Expert, Scott Biller...
Construction happens in layers. When a house gets built, or a major renovation takes place, the project starts from the bones – the...
When it comes time to sell your home, you need to strike a balance between sprucing it up to make a good first...
The Northern Virginia real estate market continues to have low inventory, which increases the competition among home buyers. This may tempt buyers to...
We recently had a conversation about some important market trends with Latham Schweitzer, a premier real estate agent with Long & Foster who...
Like any other form of investment, commercial real estate requires due diligence to assure that the investment will bring a Return on Investment...
Hiring a contractor to build or renovate your home is going to be expensive, and most homeowners may do this at most once...
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has declared January to be National Radon Action Month, and residents of Northern Virginia should be particularly concerned...
When it comes to responsible homeownership, the list of areas that need regular maintenance and inspection is long. While electrical systems aren’t on...
When investing in a custom home, the last thing a homeowner wants is to move in and discover the job wasn’t completed to...
Home inspectors see homes for sale as a major part of their business. They become familiar with many possible ways that a seller...
It starts with the Golden Rule, but there are so many other ways to think about others – “giver’s gain,” “pay it forward,”...
When it comes to your home, what do hanging a picture and building a two-story addition have in common? They both require a...
In a Seller’s Market, the process of buying a home is a sprint with dizzying turn-around times at every phase of the buying...
Your roof is one of the largest single parts of your house, and it is the most exposed to the elements. Like everything,...
May is National Deck Safety Month, and a recent collapse in Malibu, California, highlights the importance of making sure your outdoor space is...
The American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) has designated April as National Home Inspection Month. The April 2021 Real Estate Market is competitive...
While we always prefer a full home inspection, the incredibly hot seller’s market in Northern Virginia is prompting buyers to make offers that...
Different seasons bring different wear and tear on a home. Winter can be the harshest of all, with cold weather being tough on...
As we draw to the end of a difficult year, Biller & Associates would like to offer some words of gratitude to its...
In a fast-paced real estate market, the time from listings to sale can seem to go by in a flash. For agents on...
The real estate market in Northern Virginia has been busy lately, and available units to meet buyer interest are in short supply. This...
Homeowners living in Northern Virginia need to care about indoor air quality. The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) identifies numerous issues like...
An invisible, odorless threat to health and life, Radon may be a problem in your home. According to the EPA, all Northern Virginia...
Home inspections are not a simple formality. A home inspection can make a big difference in the negotiation process. It can help identify...
Homeowners who take on large scale home improvement projects can run into trouble, particularly if they remain living in the house during construction....
Home inspection requires skill, experience, and intense attention to detail. During these uncertain times, the stakes involved in a good inspection are even...
At Biller & Associates, we believe that education and information are an important part of our services. We will be posting regularly about...