Housing Giants - November 24, 2008 - (Page 14) Process By Michael Dickens, BuildIQ Fire ’em Up In today’s tough market, it’s smart to take advantage of any opportunity to gain an edge over your competition. One way to do this may be right under your nose: the fireplaces in your homes. A cozy, inviting fire has always been a place to gather, reconnect and get away from the pressures of everyday life. As the weather grows colder and the price of fuel increases, now is a perfect time to talk to home buyers about the advantages of a fireplace. To do so effectively, it’s essential to ensure your construction teams understand the fundamentals and best practices related to today’s fireplaces. In production home building, there are three main types of fireplaces: direct-vent gas fireplaces, B-vent gas fireplaces and electric fireplaces. No matter the type, they naturally add to the aesthetics and Use fireplaces to offer home buyers comfort, energy efficiency and good indoor air quality. comfort of any room. Nowadays, certain fireplaces can also play a role in a home’s energy efficiency and indoor air quality, two areas that have received increasing attention in recent years. By choosing the right types of fireplaces and installing them correctly, housing giants can capitalize on the multiple benefits this home feature offers. the popularIty of fIreplaces The popularity of fireplaces continues to hold true. In 2007, the National Association of Realtors surveyed home buyers across the U.S. to determine what today’s buyer looks for in a home. In the association’s report, “Profile of Buyers’ Home Feature Preferences,” the NAR showed that at 46 percent — nearly half of buyers — said they would spend more for a home if it had a fireplace. 14 housIng gIants.11.24.08 www.housInggIants.com http://www.buildiq.com http://www.realtor.org http://www.realtor.org http://toolbelt.buildiq.com/topics/hvac/fireplaces.aspx http://www.housinggiants.com
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