HGTVPro.com Weekly: Resources for 08.09.08

Episode 325 Week of 08/09 The rebirth of city living creates opportunities for builders. Super strong house wrap that can stand up to flying debris. Clay is a great-looking option for wall covering. Business Tip: Tips to Being Seen in an Online Directory Good profile including all skills and perfectly worded company description. Good customer reviews. Show pictures of past work. Include website link. Find Job Leads Segment 1: In the News: Survey finds interested in urban living. HGTV Dream Home 2009 built in city neighborhood. Slowing economy forces Baby boomers to modify their homes to meet their needs. Resources: Interest in Urban Home Ownership "Fueled" by Higher Gas Prices HGTV Dream Home Central Ledson Homes Building the HGTV Dream Home Certified Aging in Place Specialist Segment 2: It's All About Building Products: a clever sink design that's perfect for the laundry room. And house wrap that does more than just keep out moisture. Resources: House Wrap (Typar) Editor's Choice Sterling Latitude Utility Sink Product of the Day Sweepstakes Segment 3: The Best Practices for doing business better: some good reasons to use natural clay plasters in a home. Resources: BP Natural Clay Plaster http://www.buildiq.com/ Segment 4: The building materials needed to make solar work better. Resources: Solar Decathlon