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Past Polls

Which of the following would most motivate you to purchase window film?

What would be your primary reason for purchasing window film?

To help reduce energy costs
71%71% of all votes
Added protection against intruders and/or severe weather (hurricanes)
9%9% of all votes
To reduce fading and UV damage to furnishings
12%12% of all votes
To protect skin against UV damage
2%2% of all votes
To improve the appearance of the home
6%6% of all votes

Started: April 1, 2008

How much of an improvement do you think replacing your air and furnace filters makes to the overall quality of the air in your home?

Makes a tremendous improvement
30%30% of all votes
Makes a great improvement
22%22% of all votes
Makes a slight improvement
35%35% of all votes
Makes no improvement
0%0% of all votes
Don’t Know
13%13% of all votes

Started: March 25, 2008

If you have ever replaced your air or furnace filters, approximately how much do you spend on each new filter?

Started: March 17, 2008

What kind of filter do you use in your furnace or air conditioning unit?

Started: March 12, 2008

On average, how many times a year do you change your furnace filter?

Never
3%3% of all votes
Once a year
6%6% of all votes
Twice a year
20%20% of all votes
Three times a year
8%8% of all votes
Four times a year or more
63%63% of all votes

Started: March 3, 2008

Are you considering remodeling your kitchen in the near future? If so, what is the timeframe?

Less thank 6 months
50%50% of all votes
1 to 3 years
22%22% of all votes
3 to 4 years
6%6% of all votes
Not at this time
22%22% of all votes

Started: February 25, 2008

Do you have a need for more organization features within your kitchen and cabinetry?

Yes
82%82% of all votes
No
18%18% of all votes

Started: February 19, 2008

Are you satisfied with the configuration of your current kitchen and cabinetry?

Yes
14%14% of all votes
No
86%86% of all votes

Started: February 14, 2008

Would you be willing to pay more for environmentally friendly products in your kitchen such as cabinets, faucets, countertops? If so, how much more?

Started: February 5, 2008

Vote for the statement that you think is NOT true:

Awnings reduce the outside air temperature by up to 20 degrees
31%31% of all votes
The average cost of a retractable awning is around $3,000
53%53% of all votes
Awnings can block 99% of the sun’s harmful UV rays
7%7% of all votes
Awnings can be installed on virtually any siding including vinyl, aluminum siding, stucco or masonry
9%9% of all votes

Started: January 23, 2008

What benefits/features of a retractable awning is most important to you?

99% protection from the sun’s harmful UV rays
20%20% of all votes
100% waterproof fabric
30%30% of all votes
Stain resistance/ease of care and maintenance
10%10% of all votes
Variety of color and designs to choose from
0%0% of all votes
Lower air conditioning bills by keeping my house cooler
40%40% of all votes

Started: January 21, 2008

Vote for the factor that would help influence you to buy a retractable awning?

90 day risk free trial
25%25% of all votes
5-year warranty
50%50% of all votes
Good Housekeeping Seal
0%0% of all votes
Recognizable company brand name
25%25% of all votes

Started: January 14, 2008

Vote for the statement that is most true. “I’m not going to add a retractable awning to my backyard right now because... “

It may be too difficult to install
20%20% of all votes
I think it’s too expensive
50%50% of all votes
I’m concerned it may not fit correctly
10%10% of all votes
There is no recognizable national brand company I trust or know
15%15% of all votes
I’m concerned it won’t match the look of my home
5%5% of all votes

Started: January 7, 2008

Vote for the statement that you most agree with. “I would consider adding a retractable awning to my deck or patio…”

To increase the use and enjoyment of my outdoor space, regardless of weather
69%69% of all votes
To reduce the amount of sunlight coming into my home, reducing my energy bills
22%22% of all votes
To protect my family from the sun’s harmful UV rays
9%9% of all votes
To enhance the look of my home
0%0% of all votes

Started: January 1, 2008

I am not adding insulation to my attic because...

I haven't had time.
13%13% of all votes
I don't have the money.
30%30% of all votes
I don't know how to insulate my attic.
22%22% of all votes
I have enough insulation in my home.
35%35% of all votes

Started: December 21, 2007

What is the single largest contributor to greenhouse gas?

Emissions from cars and trucks
54%54% of all votes
Heating and cooling homes and buildings
31%31% of all votes
Heavy industry
8%8% of all votes
Air travel
8%8% of all votes

Started: December 17, 2007

Vote for the statement that is most true. I would consider adding insulation to my attic to...

help the environment.
14%14% of all votes
make my home more comfortable.
3%3% of all votes
increase the value of my home.
0%0% of all votes
save money by helping control heating and cooling.
83%83% of all votes

Started: December 10, 2007

What winterizing project are you most likely to complete in the next month?

Install extra attic insulation
21%21% of all votes
Purchase a programmable thermostat
17%17% of all votes
Add caulk and weather-strip around all seams, cracks and openings
25%25% of all votes
Change the filters in your heating/cooling system
38%38% of all votes