Home Maintenance for Homeowners

HOME MAINTENANCE FOR HOMEOWNERS Automatic Dimmer Automatic Activation & De-activation Tankless Gas Water Heater for Lighting 15% ENERGY SAVED 22% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY EFFICIENCY WITH TECHNOLOGY Resource Saver High Efficiency Ventilation Fanst Refrigerator 30% ENERGY SAVED 60% ENERGY SAVED Programmable Blinds & Drapes" LED-Backlit LCD Television 20% 50% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY SAVED Electronic Ignition Gas Stove & Convection Ovens** Automated HVAC Systems for Heater & Coolertt 33% (20% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY SAVED *Blinds and drapes can be programmed to close during the hottest part of the day to block up the sun, keeping the house cooler. They can also open up during colder winter months to allow the sun in to warm the house. ttAutomated HVAC systems can maintain a more energy-efficient temperature while the home owners are away at work, but switch to a more comfortable temperature prior to their arrival home. **Newer ovens have tQualified ventilation fans use 60% less energy than standard models, provide better efficiency and comfort with less noise, and additional insulation and tighter-fitting oven door gaskets and hinges to save energy. Convection ovens distribute heat more evenly so cooking time and temperatures can be reduced, cutting energy use by about a third. can help save up to $75 each year. 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 ΥEARS FLOORS 25 50 100 CARPET LINOLEUM VINYL SLATE/ MARBLE/ HARDWOOD/ GRANITE BATHROOM 10 15 FAUCETS TUB/ SHOWER/ SHOWER DOOR TOILET KITCHEN 13 DİSHWASHER RANGE/ REFRIGERATOR LIFE EXPECTANCY OF HOME COMPONENTS OTHER 10 15 20 TANKLESS WATER HEATER SECURITY SYSTEM AC WASHER/ DRYER/ SMOKE DETECTOR HOME REMODELING FOR HOUSEHOLDS IN THE UNITED STATES 14,511,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR BATHROOMS 8,452,000 49% OF HOUSEHOLDS HAD SWIMMING HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR KITCHEN POOLS DONE BY OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS 137,000 GOT IT DONE UNDER $1000 7,146,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR BEDROOM 4,911,000 4,962,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR HARDWOOD FLOORS 4,700,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR LAMINATE FLOORING HOUSEHOLDS INSTALLED NEW KITCHEN COUNTERTOPS AND 52% GOT IT DONE WITH OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS 7,189,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR CARPETING 2,428,000 GOT IT DONE UNDER $1000 5,414,000 HOUSEHOLDS ADDED A DECK/PORCH/PATIO 2,785,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR VINYL FLOORING 2,399,000 HOUSEHOLDS FINISHED IT UNDER $1000 AND 50% HAD IT DONE WITH OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS HOME IMPROVEMENT LOANS FOR HOMES IN THE UNITED STATES 46% OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED WERE APPROVED 388,000 APPLICATIONS APPROVED OUT OF 826,900R RECEIVED AVERAGE APPROVED LOAN $82,751 LOANED TO ALL APPROVED APPLICANTS SOURCES http://www.census.gov/housing/ahs/data/ahs2009.html http://www.census.gov/compendia/statab/2012/tables/12s1003.pdf http://www.boston.com/realestate/news/blogs/renow/2011/05/getting_a_handl.html http://www.nahb.org/fileUpload_details.aspx?contentID=99359 http://www.nahb.org/reference_list.aspx?sectionlD=124 http://online-behavior.com/analytics/chart-types http://www.energystar.gov/ redbeacon Home services done right www.redbeacon.com HOME MAINTENANCE FOR HOMEOWNERS Automatic Dimmer Automatic Activation & De-activation Tankless Gas Water Heater for Lighting 15% ENERGY SAVED 22% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY EFFICIENCY WITH TECHNOLOGY Resource Saver High Efficiency Ventilation Fanst Refrigerator 30% ENERGY SAVED 60% ENERGY SAVED Programmable Blinds & Drapes" LED-Backlit LCD Television 20% 50% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY SAVED Electronic Ignition Gas Stove & Convection Ovens** Automated HVAC Systems for Heater & Coolertt 33% (20% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY SAVED *Blinds and drapes can be programmed to close during the hottest part of the day to block up the sun, keeping the house cooler. They can also open up during colder winter months to allow the sun in to warm the house. ttAutomated HVAC systems can maintain a more energy-efficient temperature while the home owners are away at work, but switch to a more comfortable temperature prior to their arrival home. **Newer ovens have tQualified ventilation fans use 60% less energy than standard models, provide better efficiency and comfort with less noise, and additional insulation and tighter-fitting oven door gaskets and hinges to save energy. Convection ovens distribute heat more evenly so cooking time and temperatures can be reduced, cutting energy use by about a third. can help save up to $75 each year. 5 10 15 25 30 35 40 45 50 ΥEARS FLOORS 25 50 100 CARPET LINOLEUM VINYL SLATE/ MARBLE/ HARDWOOD/ GRANITE BATHROOM 10 15 20 FAUCETS TUB/ SHOWER/ SHOWER DOOR TOILET KITCHEN 13 DİSHWASHER RANGE/ REFRIGERATOR LIFE EXPECTANCY OF HOME COMPONENTS OTHER 10 15 20 TANKLESS WATER HEATER SECURITY SYSTEM AC WASHER/ DRYER/ SMOKE DETECTOR HOME REMODELING FOR HOUSEHOLDS IN THE UNITED STATES 14,511,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR BATHROOMS 49% OF HOUSEHOLDS HAD SWIMMING 8,452,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR KITCHEN POOLS DONE BY OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS 137,000 GOT IT DONE UNDER $1000 7,146,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR BEDROOM 4,911,000 4,962,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR HARDWOOD FLOORS 4,700,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR LAMINATE FLOORING HOUSEHOLDS INSTALLED NEW KITCHEN COUNTERTOPS AND 52% GOT IT DONE WITH OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS 7,189,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR CARPETING 2,428,000 GOT IT DONE UNDER $1000 5,414,000 HOUSEHOLDS ADDED A DECK/PORCH/PATIO 2,785,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR VINYL FLOORING 2,399,000 HOUSEHOLDS FINISHED IT UNDER $1000 AND 50% HAD IT DONE WITH OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS HOME IMPROVEMENT LOANS FOR HOMES IN THE UNITED STATES 46% OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED WERE APPROVED 388,000 APPLICATIONS APPROVED OUT OF 826,900R RECEIVED AVERAGE APPROVED LOAN $82,751 LOANED TO ALL APPROVED APPLICANTS SOURCES http://www.census.gov/housing/ahs/data/ahs2009.html http://www.census.gov/compendia/statab/2012/tables/12s1003.pdf http://www.boston.com/realestate/news/blogs/renow/2011/05/getting_a_handl.html http://www.nahb.org/fileUpload_details.aspx?contentID=99359 http://www.nahb.org/reference_list.aspx?sectionlD=124 http://online-behavior.com/analytics/chart-types http://www.energystar.gov/ redbeacon Home services done right www.redbeacon.com 20 HOME MAINTENANCE FOR HOMEOWNERS Automatic Dimmer Automatic Activation & De-activation Tankless Gas Water Heater for Lighting 15% ENERGY SAVED 22% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY EFFICIENCY WITH TECHNOLOGY Resource Saver High Efficiency Ventilation Fanst Refrigerator 30% ENERGY SAVED 60% ENERGY SAVED Programmable Blinds & Drapes" LED-Backlit LCD Television 20% 50% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY SAVED Electronic Ignition Gas Stove & Convection Ovens** Automated HVAC Systems for Heater & Coolertt 33% (20% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY SAVED *Blinds and drapes can be programmed to close during the hottest part of the day to block up the sun, keeping the house cooler. They can also open up during colder winter months to allow the sun in to warm the house. ttAutomated HVAC systems can maintain a more energy-efficient temperature while the home owners are away at work, but switch to a more comfortable temperature prior to their arrival home. **Newer ovens have tQualified ventilation fans use 60% less energy than standard models, provide better efficiency and comfort with less noise, and additional insulation and tighter-fitting oven door gaskets and hinges to save energy. Convection ovens distribute heat more evenly so cooking time and temperatures can be reduced, cutting energy use by about a third. can help save up to $75 each year. 5 10 15 25 30 35 40 45 50 ΥEARS FLOORS 25 50 100 CARPET LINOLEUM VINYL SLATE/ MARBLE/ HARDWOOD/ GRANITE BATHROOM 10 15 20 FAUCETS TUB/ SHOWER/ SHOWER DOOR TOILET KITCHEN 13 DİSHWASHER RANGE/ REFRIGERATOR LIFE EXPECTANCY OF HOME COMPONENTS OTHER 10 15 20 TANKLESS WATER HEATER SECURITY SYSTEM AC WASHER/ DRYER/ SMOKE DETECTOR HOME REMODELING FOR HOUSEHOLDS IN THE UNITED STATES 14,511,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR BATHROOMS 49% OF HOUSEHOLDS HAD SWIMMING 8,452,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR KITCHEN POOLS DONE BY OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS 137,000 GOT IT DONE UNDER $1000 7,146,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR BEDROOM 4,911,000 4,962,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR HARDWOOD FLOORS 4,700,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR LAMINATE FLOORING HOUSEHOLDS INSTALLED NEW KITCHEN COUNTERTOPS AND 52% GOT IT DONE WITH OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS 7,189,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR CARPETING 2,428,000 GOT IT DONE UNDER $1000 5,414,000 HOUSEHOLDS ADDED A DECK/PORCH/PATIO 2,785,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR VINYL FLOORING 2,399,000 HOUSEHOLDS FINISHED IT UNDER $1000 AND 50% HAD IT DONE WITH OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS HOME IMPROVEMENT LOANS FOR HOMES IN THE UNITED STATES 46% OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED WERE APPROVED 388,000 APPLICATIONS APPROVED OUT OF 826,900R RECEIVED AVERAGE APPROVED LOAN $82,751 LOANED TO ALL APPROVED APPLICANTS SOURCES http://www.census.gov/housing/ahs/data/ahs2009.html http://www.census.gov/compendia/statab/2012/tables/12s1003.pdf http://www.boston.com/realestate/news/blogs/renow/2011/05/getting_a_handl.html http://www.nahb.org/fileUpload_details.aspx?contentID=99359 http://www.nahb.org/reference_list.aspx?sectionlD=124 http://online-behavior.com/analytics/chart-types http://www.energystar.gov/ redbeacon Home services done right www.redbeacon.com 20 HOME MAINTENANCE FOR HOMEOWNERS Automatic Dimmer Automatic Activation & De-activation Tankless Gas Water Heater for Lighting 15% ENERGY SAVED 22% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY EFFICIENCY WITH TECHNOLOGY Resource Saver High Efficiency Ventilation Fanst Refrigerator 30% ENERGY SAVED 60% ENERGY SAVED Programmable Blinds & Drapes" LED-Backlit LCD Television 20% 50% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY SAVED Electronic Ignition Gas Stove & Convection Ovens** Automated HVAC Systems for Heater & Coolertt 33% (20% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY SAVED *Blinds and drapes can be programmed to close during the hottest part of the day to block up the sun, keeping the house cooler. They can also open up during colder winter months to allow the sun in to warm the house. ttAutomated HVAC systems can maintain a more energy-efficient temperature while the home owners are away at work, but switch to a more comfortable temperature prior to their arrival home. **Newer ovens have tQualified ventilation fans use 60% less energy than standard models, provide better efficiency and comfort with less noise, and additional insulation and tighter-fitting oven door gaskets and hinges to save energy. Convection ovens distribute heat more evenly so cooking time and temperatures can be reduced, cutting energy use by about a third. can help save up to $75 each year. 5 10 15 25 30 35 40 45 50 ΥEARS FLOORS 25 50 100 CARPET LINOLEUM VINYL SLATE/ MARBLE/ HARDWOOD/ GRANITE BATHROOM 10 15 20 FAUCETS TUB/ SHOWER/ SHOWER DOOR TOILET KITCHEN 13 DİSHWASHER RANGE/ REFRIGERATOR LIFE EXPECTANCY OF HOME COMPONENTS OTHER 10 15 20 TANKLESS WATER HEATER SECURITY SYSTEM AC WASHER/ DRYER/ SMOKE DETECTOR HOME REMODELING FOR HOUSEHOLDS IN THE UNITED STATES 14,511,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR BATHROOMS 49% OF HOUSEHOLDS HAD SWIMMING 8,452,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR KITCHEN POOLS DONE BY OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS 137,000 GOT IT DONE UNDER $1000 7,146,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR BEDROOM 4,911,000 4,962,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR HARDWOOD FLOORS 4,700,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR LAMINATE FLOORING HOUSEHOLDS INSTALLED NEW KITCHEN COUNTERTOPS AND 52% GOT IT DONE WITH OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS 7,189,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR CARPETING 2,428,000 GOT IT DONE UNDER $1000 5,414,000 HOUSEHOLDS ADDED A DECK/PORCH/PATIO 2,785,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR VINYL FLOORING 2,399,000 HOUSEHOLDS FINISHED IT UNDER $1000 AND 50% HAD IT DONE WITH OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS HOME IMPROVEMENT LOANS FOR HOMES IN THE UNITED STATES 46% OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED WERE APPROVED 388,000 APPLICATIONS APPROVED OUT OF 826,900R RECEIVED AVERAGE APPROVED LOAN $82,751 LOANED TO ALL APPROVED APPLICANTS SOURCES http://www.census.gov/housing/ahs/data/ahs2009.html http://www.census.gov/compendia/statab/2012/tables/12s1003.pdf http://www.boston.com/realestate/news/blogs/renow/2011/05/getting_a_handl.html http://www.nahb.org/fileUpload_details.aspx?contentID=99359 http://www.nahb.org/reference_list.aspx?sectionlD=124 http://online-behavior.com/analytics/chart-types http://www.energystar.gov/ redbeacon Home services done right www.redbeacon.com 20 HOME MAINTENANCE FOR HOMEOWNERS Automatic Dimmer Automatic Activation & De-activation Tankless Gas Water Heater for Lighting 15% ENERGY SAVED 22% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY EFFICIENCY WITH TECHNOLOGY Resource Saver High Efficiency Ventilation Fanst Refrigerator 30% ENERGY SAVED 60% ENERGY SAVED Programmable Blinds & Drapes" LED-Backlit LCD Television 20% 50% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY SAVED Electronic Ignition Gas Stove & Convection Ovens** Automated HVAC Systems for Heater & Coolertt 33% (20% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY SAVED *Blinds and drapes can be programmed to close during the hottest part of the day to block up the sun, keeping the house cooler. They can also open up during colder winter months to allow the sun in to warm the house. ttAutomated HVAC systems can maintain a more energy-efficient temperature while the home owners are away at work, but switch to a more comfortable temperature prior to their arrival home. **Newer ovens have tQualified ventilation fans use 60% less energy than standard models, provide better efficiency and comfort with less noise, and additional insulation and tighter-fitting oven door gaskets and hinges to save energy. Convection ovens distribute heat more evenly so cooking time and temperatures can be reduced, cutting energy use by about a third. can help save up to $75 each year. 5 10 15 25 30 35 40 45 50 ΥEARS FLOORS 25 50 100 CARPET LINOLEUM VINYL SLATE/ MARBLE/ HARDWOOD/ GRANITE BATHROOM 10 15 20 FAUCETS TUB/ SHOWER/ SHOWER DOOR TOILET KITCHEN 13 DİSHWASHER RANGE/ REFRIGERATOR LIFE EXPECTANCY OF HOME COMPONENTS OTHER 10 15 20 TANKLESS WATER HEATER SECURITY SYSTEM AC WASHER/ DRYER/ SMOKE DETECTOR HOME REMODELING FOR HOUSEHOLDS IN THE UNITED STATES 14,511,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR BATHROOMS 49% OF HOUSEHOLDS HAD SWIMMING 8,452,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR KITCHEN POOLS DONE BY OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS 137,000 GOT IT DONE UNDER $1000 7,146,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR BEDROOM 4,911,000 4,962,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR HARDWOOD FLOORS 4,700,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR LAMINATE FLOORING HOUSEHOLDS INSTALLED NEW KITCHEN COUNTERTOPS AND 52% GOT IT DONE WITH OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS 7,189,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR CARPETING 2,428,000 GOT IT DONE UNDER $1000 5,414,000 HOUSEHOLDS ADDED A DECK/PORCH/PATIO 2,785,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR VINYL FLOORING 2,399,000 HOUSEHOLDS FINISHED IT UNDER $1000 AND 50% HAD IT DONE WITH OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS HOME IMPROVEMENT LOANS FOR HOMES IN THE UNITED STATES 46% OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED WERE APPROVED 388,000 APPLICATIONS APPROVED OUT OF 826,900R RECEIVED AVERAGE APPROVED LOAN $82,751 LOANED TO ALL APPROVED APPLICANTS SOURCES http://www.census.gov/housing/ahs/data/ahs2009.html http://www.census.gov/compendia/statab/2012/tables/12s1003.pdf http://www.boston.com/realestate/news/blogs/renow/2011/05/getting_a_handl.html http://www.nahb.org/fileUpload_details.aspx?contentID=99359 http://www.nahb.org/reference_list.aspx?sectionlD=124 http://online-behavior.com/analytics/chart-types http://www.energystar.gov/ redbeacon Home services done right www.redbeacon.com 20 HOME MAINTENANCE FOR HOMEOWNERS Automatic Dimmer Automatic Activation & De-activation Tankless Gas Water Heater for Lighting 15% ENERGY SAVED 22% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY EFFICIENCY WITH TECHNOLOGY Resource Saver High Efficiency Ventilation Fanst Refrigerator 30% ENERGY SAVED 60% ENERGY SAVED Programmable Blinds & Drapes" LED-Backlit LCD Television 20% 50% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY SAVED Electronic Ignition Gas Stove & Convection Ovens** Automated HVAC Systems for Heater & Coolertt 33% (20% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY SAVED *Blinds and drapes can be programmed to close during the hottest part of the day to block up the sun, keeping the house cooler. They can also open up during colder winter months to allow the sun in to warm the house. ttAutomated HVAC systems can maintain a more energy-efficient temperature while the home owners are away at work, but switch to a more comfortable temperature prior to their arrival home. **Newer ovens have tQualified ventilation fans use 60% less energy than standard models, provide better efficiency and comfort with less noise, and additional insulation and tighter-fitting oven door gaskets and hinges to save energy. Convection ovens distribute heat more evenly so cooking time and temperatures can be reduced, cutting energy use by about a third. can help save up to $75 each year. 5 10 15 25 30 35 40 45 50 ΥEARS FLOORS 25 50 100 CARPET LINOLEUM VINYL SLATE/ MARBLE/ HARDWOOD/ GRANITE BATHROOM 10 15 20 FAUCETS TUB/ SHOWER/ SHOWER DOOR TOILET KITCHEN 13 DİSHWASHER RANGE/ REFRIGERATOR LIFE EXPECTANCY OF HOME COMPONENTS OTHER 10 15 20 TANKLESS WATER HEATER SECURITY SYSTEM AC WASHER/ DRYER/ SMOKE DETECTOR HOME REMODELING FOR HOUSEHOLDS IN THE UNITED STATES 14,511,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR BATHROOMS 49% OF HOUSEHOLDS HAD SWIMMING 8,452,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR KITCHEN POOLS DONE BY OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS 137,000 GOT IT DONE UNDER $1000 7,146,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR BEDROOM 4,911,000 4,962,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR HARDWOOD FLOORS 4,700,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR LAMINATE FLOORING HOUSEHOLDS INSTALLED NEW KITCHEN COUNTERTOPS AND 52% GOT IT DONE WITH OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS 7,189,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR CARPETING 2,428,000 GOT IT DONE UNDER $1000 5,414,000 HOUSEHOLDS ADDED A DECK/PORCH/PATIO 2,785,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR VINYL FLOORING 2,399,000 HOUSEHOLDS FINISHED IT UNDER $1000 AND 50% HAD IT DONE WITH OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS HOME IMPROVEMENT LOANS FOR HOMES IN THE UNITED STATES 46% OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED WERE APPROVED 388,000 APPLICATIONS APPROVED OUT OF 826,900R RECEIVED AVERAGE APPROVED LOAN $82,751 LOANED TO ALL APPROVED APPLICANTS SOURCES http://www.census.gov/housing/ahs/data/ahs2009.html http://www.census.gov/compendia/statab/2012/tables/12s1003.pdf http://www.boston.com/realestate/news/blogs/renow/2011/05/getting_a_handl.html http://www.nahb.org/fileUpload_details.aspx?contentID=99359 http://www.nahb.org/reference_list.aspx?sectionlD=124 http://online-behavior.com/analytics/chart-types http://www.energystar.gov/ redbeacon Home services done right www.redbeacon.com 20 HOME MAINTENANCE FOR HOMEOWNERS Automatic Dimmer Automatic Activation & De-activation Tankless Gas Water Heater for Lighting 15% ENERGY SAVED 22% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY EFFICIENCY WITH TECHNOLOGY Resource Saver High Efficiency Ventilation Fanst Refrigerator 30% ENERGY SAVED 60% ENERGY SAVED Programmable Blinds & Drapes" LED-Backlit LCD Television 20% 50% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY SAVED Electronic Ignition Gas Stove & Convection Ovens** Automated HVAC Systems for Heater & Coolertt 33% (20% ENERGY SAVED ENERGY SAVED *Blinds and drapes can be programmed to close during the hottest part of the day to block up the sun, keeping the house cooler. They can also open up during colder winter months to allow the sun in to warm the house. ttAutomated HVAC systems can maintain a more energy-efficient temperature while the home owners are away at work, but switch to a more comfortable temperature prior to their arrival home. **Newer ovens have tQualified ventilation fans use 60% less energy than standard models, provide better efficiency and comfort with less noise, and additional insulation and tighter-fitting oven door gaskets and hinges to save energy. Convection ovens distribute heat more evenly so cooking time and temperatures can be reduced, cutting energy use by about a third. can help save up to $75 each year. 5 10 15 25 30 35 40 45 50 ΥEARS FLOORS 25 50 100 CARPET LINOLEUM VINYL SLATE/ MARBLE/ HARDWOOD/ GRANITE BATHROOM 10 15 20 FAUCETS TUB/ SHOWER/ SHOWER DOOR TOILET KITCHEN 13 DİSHWASHER RANGE/ REFRIGERATOR LIFE EXPECTANCY OF HOME COMPONENTS OTHER 10 15 20 TANKLESS WATER HEATER SECURITY SYSTEM AC WASHER/ DRYER/ SMOKE DETECTOR HOME REMODELING FOR HOUSEHOLDS IN THE UNITED STATES 14,511,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR BATHROOMS 49% OF HOUSEHOLDS HAD SWIMMING 8,452,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR KITCHEN POOLS DONE BY OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS 137,000 GOT IT DONE UNDER $1000 7,146,000 HOUSEHOLDS REMODELED THEIR BEDROOM 4,911,000 4,962,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR HARDWOOD FLOORS 4,700,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR LAMINATE FLOORING HOUSEHOLDS INSTALLED NEW KITCHEN COUNTERTOPS AND 52% GOT IT DONE WITH OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS 7,189,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR CARPETING 2,428,000 GOT IT DONE UNDER $1000 5,414,000 HOUSEHOLDS ADDED A DECK/PORCH/PATIO 2,785,000 HOUSEHOLDS HAD WORK DONE FOR VINYL FLOORING 2,399,000 HOUSEHOLDS FINISHED IT UNDER $1000 AND 50% HAD IT DONE WITH OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS HOME IMPROVEMENT LOANS FOR HOMES IN THE UNITED STATES 46% OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED WERE APPROVED 388,000 APPLICATIONS APPROVED OUT OF 826,900R RECEIVED AVERAGE APPROVED LOAN $82,751 LOANED TO ALL APPROVED APPLICANTS SOURCES http://www.census.gov/housing/ahs/data/ahs2009.html http://www.census.gov/compendia/statab/2012/tables/12s1003.pdf http://www.boston.com/realestate/news/blogs/renow/2011/05/getting_a_handl.html http://www.nahb.org/fileUpload_details.aspx?contentID=99359 http://www.nahb.org/reference_list.aspx?sectionlD=124 http://online-behavior.com/analytics/chart-types http://www.energystar.gov/ redbeacon Home services done right www.redbeacon.com 20