If someone asked you if you have a "quality home," how would you answer? When we buy a home, most of us focus on where it's located, what it looks like, its size, or its price, and don't really think about whether it's a home of quality. Especially if it's a new house, we assume the quality is there. Sure, the countertops, cabinetry and fixtures might meet your expectations, but what about all the other parts of the house? Quality homes are homes that are built to be safe and healthy for you and your family, comfortable year-round, durable enough to be proudly passed to the next generation, and so efficient that monthly utility bills are nominal.Even though your home may be built by a reputable builder, your knowledge of construction and the construction process, as well as your participation in the key decisions made before and during construction, have a big impact on the quality of your home. Think of this knowledge as the information you need to make the right decision for your next home or home project. Think of it as your Home IQ.
