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Building or Remodeling? Study of Life Expectancy of Home Components

– What is the longest-lasting Deck for the back yard?

– Are Granite Counters worth the high price tag in the long run?

– How long will it be before we really MUST paint the house again?

– Should we spring for the Hardwood Flooring or go with the Laminate?

– Is the  “50 Year Roof” only the stuff of legend?

Find out what materials stand the test of time, and which ones bite the dust too quickly.

If you’re thinking of building or remodeling your home, you might appreciate the information included in this study by the National Association of Home Builders & Bank of America Home Equity.

Visit

http://www.nahb.org/fileUpload_details.aspx?contentID=99359&fromGSA=1

for a thorough evaluation of the life expectancy of various home components.