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As one of the most significant investments most people are likely to make in their lifetimes, a home construction or renovation project needs...
17 August, 2023
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Management of Contracts for Home Construction
Construction work runs on contracts, and when the project is a significant home improvement contract or a contract for new construction, the agreement...
15 June, 2023
How Savvy Buyers Manage Risks in a Seller’s Market
Without the benefit of a traditional home inspection, buyers in a seller’s market can take several steps to protect themselves from damage and...
24 April, 2023
An Annual Inspection Keeps Your Home In Shape
Biller & Associates is pleased to announce a new service for homeowners in the Northern Virginia area: an Annual Home Maintenance Inspection. Homeownership has...
08 February, 2023
Seasonal Inspiration
As we close out the year celebrating the holiday season with friends and family, Biller & Associates took some time to reflect on...
12 December, 2022
Using an Expert in Residential Construction Disputes
Residential construction projects can go awry; when they do, the homeowner and the builder might take steps to secure their position legally. When...
15 November, 2022
Decades of Experience, Dedication to Service
Like most businesses, Biller & Associates did not spring into being, fully formed in a day. Owner and Chief Home Expert, Scott Biller...
20 September, 2022
Get it Checked Before the Issue Gets Hidden
Construction happens in layers. When a house gets built, or a major renovation takes place, the project starts from the bones – the...
02 September, 2022
Painting Your Home for Resale
When it comes time to sell your home, you need to strike a balance between sprucing it up to make a good first...
01 August, 2022
Pest Concerns When Buying a Home
The Northern Virginia real estate market continues to have low inventory, which increases the competition among home buyers. This may tempt buyers to...
27 June, 2022
Recent Trends in the Residential Real Estate Market in Northern Virginia
We recently had a conversation about some important market trends with Latham Schweitzer, a premier real estate agent with Long & Foster who...
25 May, 2022
Biller & Associates Brings its Expertise to Commercial Properties
Like any other form of investment, commercial real estate requires due diligence to assure that the investment will bring a Return on Investment...
20 May, 2022
Payments in a Home Renovation or Construction Project
Hiring a contractor to build or renovate your home is going to be expensive, and most homeowners may do this at most once...
24 March, 2022
Radon Action Month in Northern Virginia
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has declared January to be National Radon Action Month, and residents of Northern Virginia should be particularly concerned...
21 January, 2022
Make Sure Your Home’s Electrical System is in Shape
When it comes to responsible homeownership, the list of areas that need regular maintenance and inspection is long. While electrical systems aren’t on...
04 January, 2022
The Value of a New Construction Final Walk-through
When investing in a custom home, the last thing a homeowner wants is to move in and discover the job wasn’t completed to...
29 November, 2021
Seller Prep From a Home Inspector’s Perspective
Home inspectors see homes for sale as a major part of their business. They become familiar with many possible ways that a seller...
09 November, 2021
A Season’s Reflection on Giving
It starts with the Golden Rule, but there are so many other ways to think about others – “giver’s gain,” “pay it forward,”...
24 September, 2021
Understanding Project Management for Residential Real Estate
When it comes to your home, what do hanging a picture and building a two-story addition have in common? They both require a...
27 August, 2021
Mitigating the Dangers of an Escalation Clause in a Real Estate Purchase Offer
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...
26 July, 2021
Homeowner Insurance Roofing Risks and Rewards
Your roof is one of the largest single parts of your house, and it is the most exposed to the elements. Like everything,...
29 June, 2021
Deck Safety
May is National Deck Safety Month, and a recent collapse in Malibu, California, highlights the importance of making sure your outdoor space is...
17 May, 2021
The Three Ps of Home Inspection
The American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) has designated April as National Home Inspection Month. The April 2021 Real Estate Market is competitive...
20 April, 2021
Walk and Talk Consultation
While we always prefer a full home inspection, the incredibly hot seller’s market in Northern Virginia is prompting buyers to make offers that...
03 March, 2021
Winter Damages That a Home Inspection Can Reveal
Different seasons bring different wear and tear on a home. Winter can be the harshest of all, with cold weather being tough on...
26 January, 2021
Gratitude for the Season
As we draw to the end of a difficult year, Biller & Associates would like to offer some words of gratitude to its...
14 December, 2020
Look Out for Red Flags in a Home Sale
In a fast-paced real estate market, the time from listings to sale can seem to go by in a flash. For agents on...
30 November, 2020
The Case for a Home Inspection in a Seller’s Market
The real estate market in Northern Virginia has been busy lately, and available units to meet buyer interest are in short supply. This...
20 October, 2020
5 Ways to Keep Your Indoor Air Quality Safe
Homeowners living in Northern Virginia need to care about indoor air quality. The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) identifies numerous issues like...
24 September, 2020
5 Questions About Radon in Northern Virginia
An invisible, odorless threat to health and life, Radon may be a problem in your home. According to the EPA, all Northern Virginia...
04 August, 2020
6 Issues That Get Missed in a Home Inspection
Home inspections are not a simple formality. A home inspection can make a big difference in the negotiation process. It can help identify...
07 July, 2020
When Home Improvement Projects Go Wrong
Homeowners who take on large scale home improvement projects can run into trouble, particularly if they remain living in the house during construction....
09 June, 2020
Technology For a Better Home Inspection
Home inspection requires skill, experience, and intense attention to detail. During these uncertain times, the stakes involved in a good inspection are even...
01 May, 2020
Important Considerations Regarding Your Home Inspection
At Biller & Associates, we believe that education and information are an important part of our services. We will be posting regularly about...
08 April, 2020