Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Maryland and Washington DC by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It’s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"Just imaging solution"
Jack S on April 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Maryland and Washington DC by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It’s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"Just imaging solution"
Jack S on April 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"Alpha Home Services was such a big help! I had a water leak incident that damaged the floor and ceiling of my home and Alpha Home Services was able to come quickly and open the ceiling and take out the dry wall. The first day they came they laid out all the plastic and closed off the damaged area and took out the dry wall to let air dry the foundation of the home. The next day they let it dry and came to check and spray to ensure there would be no mold. After they came again to install new dry wall and paint. They also were able to give me an estimate for all the damages and talk to my insurance company for the claim. I was able to get my claim and my home repaired in no time. Thank you again!"
Selamawit M on November 2023
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"Alpha Home Services was such a big help! I had a water leak incident that damaged the floor and ceiling of my home and Alpha Home Services was able to come quickly and open the ceiling and take out the dry wall. The first day they came they laid out all the plastic and closed off the damaged area and took out the dry wall to let air dry the foundation of the home. The next day they let it dry and came to check and spray to ensure there would be no mold. After they came again to install new dry wall and paint. They also were able to give me an estimate for all the damages and talk to my insurance company for the claim. I was able to get my claim and my home repaired in no time. Thank you again!"
Selamawit M on November 2023
Stronghold Improvements, whose work has been featured on ABC's Exreme Makeover Home Edition and HGTV, is Northern Virginia's premier home improvement company specializing in both interior and exterior projects!
"Working with Craig and is team was an absolute pleasure! Craig is super responsive and easy to work with and most importantly, HONEST, in what I have learned to be a dishonest industry. They installed hardie board on a bump out on our house. They came and completed the project exactly as projected. I canâ t wait to hire them for future projects. We certainly wonâ t be going to anyone else."
Phoebe C on October 2024
Stronghold Improvements, whose work has been featured on ABC's Exreme Makeover Home Edition and HGTV, is Northern Virginia's premier home improvement company specializing in both interior and exterior projects!
"Working with Craig and is team was an absolute pleasure! Craig is super responsive and easy to work with and most importantly, HONEST, in what I have learned to be a dishonest industry. They installed hardie board on a bump out on our house. They came and completed the project exactly as projected. I canâ t wait to hire them for future projects. We certainly wonâ t be going to anyone else."
Phoebe C on October 2024
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Maryland and Washington DC by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It?s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"Everyone was amazing, workers and crew were efficient, cleanliness was great and we recommend them for all projects. Thank you Ty, AJ and Bryan for an great experience!"
charles n on December 2024
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Maryland and Washington DC by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It?s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"Everyone was amazing, workers and crew were efficient, cleanliness was great and we recommend them for all projects. Thank you Ty, AJ and Bryan for an great experience!"
charles n on December 2024
Since 1994, Air Tite Exteriors has provided homeowners in Maryland and D.C with top quality, factory-direct products, professionally installed by factory trained installers. Locally-owned. GAF Master Elite roofing certification.
"They were efficient and did the job very well."
Linda S on June 2025
Since 1994, Air Tite Exteriors has provided homeowners in Maryland and D.C with top quality, factory-direct products, professionally installed by factory trained installers. Locally-owned. GAF Master Elite roofing certification.
"They were efficient and did the job very well."
Linda S on June 2025
Elevated Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business with 20 plus years of experience.
"Had excellent experience working with Barry and his team. Where on schedule and met all my expectations. I will recommend them and hire them again for my future projects."
Sajan G on March 2023
Elevated Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business with 20 plus years of experience.
"Had excellent experience working with Barry and his team. Where on schedule and met all my expectations. I will recommend them and hire them again for my future projects."
Sajan G on March 2023
As the nation’s largest full-service exterior home remodeler, we are backed by over 1,000+ Angi Super Service awards and more than one million happy customers. Why? Because we treat each job as an audition. An opportunity to prove ourselves to you. And the results speak for themselves. So make your home all it was meant to be with our unrivaled exterior services. Contact us today for a free, no obligation estimate on replacement windows, roofing, siding, doors, or attic insulation.
"Power Home Remodeling has been fantastic. We had them come out to replace our gutters and were very impressed with the quality of their work. The crew that did the job kept everything clean and organized; you wouldn’t have known they had been there, which is uncommon for many companies. We were so impressed that we are now moving forward with replacing our siding. Everyone at Power Home Remodeling has been incredibly helpful throughout this process, and we couldn’t be happier. We will work with them on future home projects."
Jonathan R on June 2025
As the nation’s largest full-service exterior home remodeler, we are backed by over 1,000+ Angi Super Service awards and more than one million happy customers. Why? Because we treat each job as an audition. An opportunity to prove ourselves to you. And the results speak for themselves. So make your home all it was meant to be with our unrivaled exterior services. Contact us today for a free, no obligation estimate on replacement windows, roofing, siding, doors, or attic insulation.
"Power Home Remodeling has been fantastic. We had them come out to replace our gutters and were very impressed with the quality of their work. The crew that did the job kept everything clean and organized; you wouldn’t have known they had been there, which is uncommon for many companies. We were so impressed that we are now moving forward with replacing our siding. Everyone at Power Home Remodeling has been incredibly helpful throughout this process, and we couldn’t be happier. We will work with them on future home projects."
Jonathan R on June 2025
As a trusted leader in the restoration industry, SERVPRO of Springfield / Mt. Vernon is a locally owned and operated business that is determined to provide a fast response and 24-hour service to disasters of all types and sizes. All our technicians are highly trained, equipped with an extensive variety of advanced tools, and have an abundance of experience to deal with various disasters and to manage your restoration and construction needs. We posses a class A General Contractors license for VA. No job is to big or to small for us. We are a full service restoration - re-construction company. We specialize in emergency restoration, asbestos abatement and construction services. From a simple painting job, flooring installation to full kitchen and bathrooms remodeling, we do it all.
"Great service, very fast and professional highly recommend!!"
Alexis C on December 2023
As a trusted leader in the restoration industry, SERVPRO of Springfield / Mt. Vernon is a locally owned and operated business that is determined to provide a fast response and 24-hour service to disasters of all types and sizes. All our technicians are highly trained, equipped with an extensive variety of advanced tools, and have an abundance of experience to deal with various disasters and to manage your restoration and construction needs. We posses a class A General Contractors license for VA. No job is to big or to small for us. We are a full service restoration - re-construction company. We specialize in emergency restoration, asbestos abatement and construction services. From a simple painting job, flooring installation to full kitchen and bathrooms remodeling, we do it all.
"Great service, very fast and professional highly recommend!!"
Alexis C on December 2023
Paramount Builders takes pride in being your local home improvement contractor. Since 1991, we have served our local community by providing the very best products, warranties, installation techniques, service, and most importantly; your experience from start to finish. Our exclusive product lines give us the benefit of being able to extend our top-of-the-line products to you, our neighbors, with certainty and affordability. We hand-picked our exclusive products with you, your family, and your home's aesthetic and longevity in mind. All of our products were created to keep your home energy efficient and protected in every way. Our commitment to excellence does not waiver. We understand what it means to own a home, and we understand as professionals what you and your home deserve. We live each day by our mission statement; "Improving the Community, One Home at a Time," and thank you for continuing to trust us!
"Awesome Amazing job"
Karen H on May 2025
Paramount Builders takes pride in being your local home improvement contractor. Since 1991, we have served our local community by providing the very best products, warranties, installation techniques, service, and most importantly; your experience from start to finish. Our exclusive product lines give us the benefit of being able to extend our top-of-the-line products to you, our neighbors, with certainty and affordability. We hand-picked our exclusive products with you, your family, and your home's aesthetic and longevity in mind. All of our products were created to keep your home energy efficient and protected in every way. Our commitment to excellence does not waiver. We understand what it means to own a home, and we understand as professionals what you and your home deserve. We live each day by our mission statement; "Improving the Community, One Home at a Time," and thank you for continuing to trust us!
"Awesome Amazing job"
Karen H on May 2025
Hello!!! I’m Alex Ruffing, welcome to my page! I’m a born & raised Northern Virginian with 19 years in construction services (and counting). I started young, with family, on area commercial jobs; Wolftrap, Metro Garages and Park & Rides, and many of our shopping plazas. Then spent some time traveling the east coast building in the industrial sector; concrete, sky rises. Now I am happy to be home and operating as a Handyman(+). Handyman because I mostly operate independently, preforming all kinds of repair and remodeling opportunities. (+) because I am well connected with reputable tradespeople in the area, and I always happy to discuss larger residential projects; backyard pavilions, outdoor kitchens, shotcrete pools, additions, movie theaters, bars, and wine cellars. My cell phone is (571)320-8605. Do not hesitate to call or text so we can discuss solutions regarding your home’s next repair, remodel, or improvement. With best wishes, thank you. I look forward to hearing from you.
"The work was excellent, and Alex was very personable. He explained everything he planned to do. He showed up when scheduled, and communicated everything. He also took the time to research what paint/stain would be best, and waited for the best time to apply it. He was quick and efficient, and the job came out perfectly, and exceeded our original expectations. We plan to have him back in the spring to do some house trim repair. If you need a handyman, hire Alex. You won't be disappointed."
Steve P on October 2024
Hello!!! I’m Alex Ruffing, welcome to my page! I’m a born & raised Northern Virginian with 19 years in construction services (and counting). I started young, with family, on area commercial jobs; Wolftrap, Metro Garages and Park & Rides, and many of our shopping plazas. Then spent some time traveling the east coast building in the industrial sector; concrete, sky rises. Now I am happy to be home and operating as a Handyman(+). Handyman because I mostly operate independently, preforming all kinds of repair and remodeling opportunities. (+) because I am well connected with reputable tradespeople in the area, and I always happy to discuss larger residential projects; backyard pavilions, outdoor kitchens, shotcrete pools, additions, movie theaters, bars, and wine cellars. My cell phone is (571)320-8605. Do not hesitate to call or text so we can discuss solutions regarding your home’s next repair, remodel, or improvement. With best wishes, thank you. I look forward to hearing from you.
"The work was excellent, and Alex was very personable. He explained everything he planned to do. He showed up when scheduled, and communicated everything. He also took the time to research what paint/stain would be best, and waited for the best time to apply it. He was quick and efficient, and the job came out perfectly, and exceeded our original expectations. We plan to have him back in the spring to do some house trim repair. If you need a handyman, hire Alex. You won't be disappointed."
Steve P on October 2024
Vinyl siding is almost always more affordable than wood. Its materials are inexpensive and installation is straightforward, making it more cost-effective than wood, which calls for high-quality lumber and more labor-intensive work. Keep in mind that wood offers a warm, classic look and, with proper maintenance, can enhance curb appeal and resale value in a way that vinyl may not.
Well-maintained wood siding can serve your home for 40 years or more. Routine care is the best way to maximize its lifespan. Simply wash it gently, seal or stain it every few years, and replace any boards that show signs of rot or insect damage. Touch-up paint or stain helps keep UV rays and moisture at bay, while prompt repairs prevent minor issues from spreading.
Covering a 1,500-square-foot house with wood siding costs an average of $12,500, assuming professional installation and mid-range materials. You can reduce the price by choosing a less expensive species or tackling minor prep work yourself, but weigh the savings against the time you’ll invest and the risk of mistakes. Hiring a vetted professional usually delivers a tighter fit, a longer lifespan, and warranty protection.
Swapping vinyl for wood is feasible as long as your home’s framing and sheathing meet current building code requirements. A contractor will strip the vinyl, inspect the substrate, install a breathable house wrap, and maintain a clearance of at least six inches between the new boards and the ground to prevent moisture from accumulating. Because wood and vinyl behave differently, budget extra for the transition. When done right, the upgrade adds rich character and can lift your home’s value.
In some cases, you can install new wood siding right over an existing layer, but only if the old material is flat, solid, and completely dry. Your contractor will first verify that the walls are structurally sound and that adding weight will not violate the code. They’ll also pay close attention to drainage planes and ventilation to prevent moisture from being trapped. If the existing siding shows signs of rot or warping, complete removal is the wiser choice, even though it incurs additional labor costs of roughly $7 to $13 per square foot.