BuildingCredibility.com surveyed local Builders and here is what we found.
During the First Quarter of 2006 Building Credibility.com completed a survey in cooperation with Boise State University Business Students. In the survey Builders were asked:
What are the top three accessories that make a house unique?
Answers were wighted based on First, Second and third choices and here are the results-
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1
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Home Automation
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2
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Lighting
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3
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Central Vacuum System
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4
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Granite Counters
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5
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Flooring
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6
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Heated Flooring
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7
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Decorative Woodwork
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8
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Outdoor Kitchen
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Security
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Theater Room
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9
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Cabinetry
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Custom Shower
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Floor Tile
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Great Room
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Pool/ Spa
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Price
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Waterscapes
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Wood Mantle
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10
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Built In Entertainment Center
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Chimney
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Deck
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Detached Garage
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Door Hardware
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Elevation/ Curb Appeal
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Fireplaces
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Floor Plan
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Landscaping
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Lazy Susan
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Lot (Size & Location)
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Motion Sensor Lighting
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Paint/ Colors
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Recessed Tubs
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Stainless Steel Appliances
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Sun Tunnels
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Under Cabinet Lighting
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11
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Architecture
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Counter Tops
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Doors & Trim Upgrade
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Epoxy Garage Floors
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Intercom System
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Jetted Showers
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Kitchen
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Kitchen Island
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Master Bedroom
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Microwave Vent Hood
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Plasma Television
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Plumbing Fixtures
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Structured Wiring
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12
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Art Niche
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Bathroom Fixtures
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Blended Drop Down Cabinets
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Covered Patio
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Grand Entry
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Laundry Shoot
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Rain Shower Head
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Spice Rack in Cabinets
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Unique Roof Lines
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The chart displays the results which were weighted- First (x3), Second (x2) and Third (x1).