Episode 249
Week of Dec. 29, 2007
Using cold weather to your advantage to sell a home. Tips to protect you and your crew when working outside in the cold. Making sure a home in a storm zone will never lose power. The best materials for fighting sun, sand and salt.
Business Tip:
Outdoor Living
50% of homeowners spending more time at home
80% want an outdoor space for relaxing and entertaining.
Source: Propane Education & Research Council
Old Castle Pavers
Segment 1:
In the News:
- Selling in the Cold Weather: clear snow & ice; keep house warm; make the most of natural light; emphasize winter positives; put lights on timers
- Tips to stay productive in the cold.
- Developers of the HGTV Dream Home 2008 honor Islamorada's fishing tradition.
Resources:
www.occupationalhazards.com
www.osha.gov
http://www.osha.gov/as/opa/cold_weather_prep.html
http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/winter/guide.asp.
Dream Home Central
Building the HGTV Dream Home 2008
Segment 2:
It's All About Building Products: grab bars that look great and refuse to budge. Plus take a closer look at the system that guarantees the power will never go out at the HGTV Dream Home 2008.
Resources:
Generac
Editor's Choice Universal Design Products
Secure Mount from Home Care by Moen
Product of the Day Sweepstakes
Segment 3:
The Best Practices for doing business better: the right siding can make a big difference when building a home on the ocean.
Resources:
James Hardie
Build IQ
Segment 4:
Cabinet hardware is one of the finishing touches on any new room. See how one designer is mixing styles but still creating a coordinated look.
Resources:
Hickory Hardware
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