Central Vac Presents Competitive Advantage to Winning Builder Business
Beam's Harry Kandilas says central vacuum systems offer homeowners a healthier home with better resale values.
May 09, 2016
Percentage of New Homes with Lighting Control Doubles Over 2 Years
New data from joint CTA/NAHB study reveals the percentage of builders offering lighting control (68%) continues to rise, while the penetration rate for lighting control hits an all-time high at 11% of new homes, twice the rate of two years ago.
May 03, 2016
National Builder Taylor Morrison Installs Scalable Technology Solution for Production Homes
Working with integrator DataSmart LLC, Taylor Morrison’s Houston division discovers success with structured wiring-based Legrand Intuity home control system for homes ranging from $190K to $1M.
Apr 20, 2016
Lutron Targets Production Homebuilders at TecHomeX Conference
Commitment to the homebuilder market paves the way for home systems integrators to broaden their customer base and profitability.
Apr 11, 2016
Study: Consumers Want Smart Home Tech in New Homes, But Don’t Want to Pay
KB Home/Kwikset study gauges consumer interest in which new technologies they want in a newly built home. Connected door locks, security cameras lead the way. Perceived expense is still highest barrier.
Apr 01, 2016
NAHB Forecasts 13% Rise in Housing Starts for 2016
For 2016, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is predicting that housing starts will hit 1.26 million units, with single-family starts hitting 840,000, up 18%.