Local Company Takes New Approach To Put The Homeowner First

In an industry where hidden fees, down payments, cost overruns, and delayed timelines are standard- one company takes a different approach.

Old Town Alexandria Garden Tour Returns In April 2021

The Garden Club of Alexandria and Hunting Creek Garden Club will offer the self-guided tour with COVID-19 protocols.

Local Remodeler Uses Technology To Create Designer Bathrooms

Using 3D scans, award-winning designers, and computer imagery, local bathroom remodeling startup creates designer bathrooms for under $11K

In An Industry Ranked 2nd Worst: A Company Built To Be Different

Combining tomorrow’s tech, designer quality, and modern customer service, Remodelmate has changed the way homeowners are building bathrooms.

Making scents of your yard

Fragrant native plants add a new dimension

The Best Native Plants For Gardens In Old Town Alexandria

It’s gardening season. Here are the plants that grow naturally in Old Town and what birds they attract.

Alexandria Beautification Commission Seeks 2019 Award Nominations

Beautification Award Submissions sought from the Public for Architecture, Landscaping and Sustainable Design

Realtor And Artist Paints Old Town Alexandria Homes For Calendar

Betsy Grady-Carey tells Patch her 2019 calendar features homes with different architectural styles around Old Town Alexandria.

Alexandria Beautification Commission Honors 2018 Award Winners

Mayor and City Council present the 2018 Alexandria Beautification Awards for excellence in architecture, landscaping and sustainable design.

Six Homes On Display For 2018 Historic Alexandria Homes Tour

This year's tour includes an 18th century masterpiece with an original staircase.

Home 101: Outdoor Cleaning Checklist

'Tis the season to trim the trees and power wash the deck. Find out what other yard work needs to be done.

Home 101: Remodeling Services Near You And What They Cost

Whether your project is in the kitchen, basement or any other part of the house, here are the right professionals for the job.

Step Inside Historic Alexandria Homes For Garden Week Tour

The homes showcased on the tour have plenty of history behind them—and stunning gardens of course.

How Much It Really Costs To Upgrade Your Kitchen Cabinets

Sure, it's what's inside that counts when it comes to dating. But when it comes to cabinetry, looks really do matter.

6 Simple Fixes To Boost Your Home's Value

A few little fix-ups now could save or make you some big bucks down the line.

Remodeling Done Right: A Cost Guide For Every Room In The House

Remodeling on your mind for 2018? Find out which rooms in your house are "big money" areas and how to cut costs.

The Ultimate Guide To Home Improvement: 57 Common Project Costs

Landscaping, remodeling and plumbing. Can you guess the most expensive types of home improvement projects?

How Much Does It Really Cost to Paint Your Home?

A fresh coat of paint is one of the easiest ways to transform a room. Get a crash course in interior painting, plus tips for cutting costs.

UPDATE: Tall Ship to Arrive at About 10 PM Tuesday in Alexandria

The replica of a 16th-century Spanish Galleon will visit the City for six days.

VDOT, Dept. of Rail, Public Transportation Partner for Design Public Hearings

The hearings will center on plans to extend the I-395 northern express lanes for eight miles from Turkeycock Run near Edsall Rd. to Eads St.

SolarizeAlexandria Returns to Help Residents Go Solar

SolarizeAlexandria is a program intended to make it easier and more affordable for residents to install solar power systems on their homes.

Virginia's Bumpy Weather Forecast: When Will Storms Return?

More heavy rains and strong winds are headed to Virginia, but the weekend should be perfect. Here's the latest forecast.

Great White Shark 'Mary Lee': She's Ba-aack!

Cue the music from 'Jaws.' Grab your binoculars. Don't go in the water. The 16-foot Great White shark has returned to Virginia waters.

Easter Weekend Weather Forecast in Alexandria

There's rain between now and then, but will the skies clear for spring's first full weekend? Here's the easter weekend forecast.

Virginia Weather: Rain and Fog, No Freezing Temps

This week's weather forecast in Northern Virginia looks wet. But the cold winter temps might be behind us.

Old Town Alexandria Residents Sound Off on Snow Plowing

How have the roads in your neighborhood fared during the blizzard? Find out what your neighbors said on Facebook.

Blizzard 2016: Snow Timeline for Alexandria

The snow event from start to finish and when the snow will be at its worst.

Tropical Storm Danny Strengthening in Atlantic

The storm had maximum sustained winds of 50 mph as of 11 a.m. Wednesday.

This Week's Weather in Northern Virginia

A look at what you can expect out there, from the National Weather Service.

Perseid Meteor Shower 2015 Gearing Up Peak This Week

If you're going to make a party out of any meteor shower, the Perseids are regarded as the best – and the moon is cooperating this year.

Weekend Weather Forecast for Alexandria

Getting outside this weekend? What are your weekend plans?

Weekend Weather Forecast for Alexandria

Here's what to expect outside this weekend, according to the National Weather Service.

Heat Advisory, Air Quality Alert Issued in Northern Virginia

Highs in Old Town will crack the 90s again on Monday, resulting in a heat index as high as 102 as well as a code orange air quality alert.

Weekend Heatwave: 'Feels Like' Temps to Hit 103 Degrees

National Weather Service forecasts weekend, Sunday especially, to be a scorcher in Old Town.

Weekend Weather: When to Get Outside in Old Town Alexandria

There's a chance for showers and thunderstorms in the forecast, but not the whole weekend. Here's the latest.

Coastal Flood Advisory Issued for DC Metro Area

Advisory includes Alexandria, Arlington, Falls Church and Washington, D.C.

4th of July Holiday Weekend Weather Forecast for Old Town Alexandria

Here's what to expect, according to the National Weather Service.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for DC Metro Region

National Weather Service issued the alert at 2:20 p.m.

Flash Flood Watch Issued for Old Town Alexandria

Watch begins late Friday night.

New Weather Alert for Severe Storms Tuesday in Alexandria

National Weather Service warns of wind and hail damage.

Small Craft Advisory Issued for Tuesday

The National Weather Service expects wind speeds of 18 to 33 knots Tuesday to produce hazardous wave conditions for small craft.

Heat Advisory Issued for City of Alexandria

National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Friday.

VIDEO: Behind the Scenes of Disney's 'Bears'

The film hopes to inspire viewers to experience national parks.

10 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day All Year

Earth Day is this Tuesday, April 22. Here's some ways you can help the earth any day.

See 'Bears' Opening Week and Help the National Park Foundation

Disneynature will make a donation to the National Park Foundation for each ticket sold during opening week.

National Bike Month Rolls into Town

Pump up your tires and lube your chain - time to spin away those polar vortex pounds.

Disney Bears: A 1-Mile Walk to Feast on Food

A mile might not seem like much to travel to get food in your town, but for Bears it can be an arduous journey.