As the construction of Great Falls Street (GFS) comes to a close, there are some things we need to get done on the site. We’ve established final grade around the house. We’ve prepped the lead walk, driveway apron, and sidewalk …
One of the most exciting moments while building a custom home is finally seeing your selections installed in your home. Color selections are made months in advance of actually installing them. I made the selections for this house back in …
And we have hardwood! A few months ago, I wrote about Engineered Hardwood vs. Solid Hardwood flooring and more specifically, how much I (now) love engineered hardwood. We’ve installed it in two of our other spec homes, and I think it …
OK. We’re starting to have some fun now. The house is trimmed out and painted. I’m loving it! Now it’s time to lay some ceramic tile. We’ve been using L&L Companies for all of our tile needs for over 10 …
Our house on Great Falls Street (GFS) in Falls Church is coming along nicely! The trim carpenters have been hard at work inside the house installing the molding and trim features. When it comes to interior trim, there are a …
And we have drywall! This is always a pivotal stage for me. After seeing the house framed up for the last two months, it’s a big change. I love the transformation the house makes from pre-drywall to close in. I …
One of the happiest days during construction (for me) is seeing the siding and stone installed. These are color selections EVERYONE sees. It’s important to get it right. I’ve had some winners… …and some losers. Don’t get me wrong. I …
We take insulation pretty seriously around here. We always have and we always will. Dad has always done more than required by code which has historically set NDI apart from the crowd. In fact, in 2009 we made a commitment …
Now that our house on Great Falls Street is all framed up with windows, doors and the roof installed, it’s time for the mechanical stage. This is when the HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical are run throughout the house. The HVAC subcontractor …
One of the goals I’ve had for this blog is to open up about our company and about me personally. I know we are running a business here, but we’re also working with people on a very personal level. Building …
