Comfort, health and safety are very much on the minds of American homeowners.
An extensive survey of homeowners conducted by Honeywell Inc. shows that an overwhelming number of Americans - some 91 percent - are satisfied with their homes. Yet, when asked what bothered them the most about their houses, these same homeowners were quick to offer their complaints.
When the responses were tabulated, the most frequent answers were rendered into a David Letterman-style list, the "Top 10 Home Pet Peeves" (at right). The results of this question provide an interesting glimpse into the mind of today's homeowner, with implications that should be of interest to anyone in the contracting field.