Over the summer I ripped up the old boards on my deck and replaced them with new pressure-treated boards. Now that they’ve had time to dry out, I’m about to stain the deck, but I’ve discovered that a handful of boards are already splintering and cracking. This is really disappointing, especially since I spent a...
Filed under: Home Improvement ShutterstockCaulking around windows can help prevent cold outside air from entering your home, and keep the warm air inside. By Teresa Mears It's officially fall, which means winter is not far behind. The good news is that winter weather in much of the country is expected to be milder than last year's frigid conditions, and heating costs are also projected to be lower,...
Few houses stand the test of time. What was trendy becomes dated fairly quickly. But some homes are so well thought out and so forward-thinking that they age well. One such home was created in Chevy Chase, Md., by Jack Kay and architect Jean-Pierre Trouchaud. Kay, who died in 2013, was one of the most...
Jill Chodorov, an associate broker with Long & Foster, writes an occasional column about local market trends and housing issues. We have a short window of time to prepare for the fast approaching and unwelcome visitor, Hurricane Joaquin. In addition to ensuring you have backup lighting in case your power goes out, you should be...