Atlanta, GA, March 7--Among the laundry list of cutting-edge technology tools Home Solutions launched at its last conference, the Home Solutions Builder Education (HSbe) CD box set is arguably at the forefront.
Packaged like a hit television series’ DVD collection, the HSbe set consists of five content-rich compact discs, each incorporating charts, images and graphics to help illustrate common problems, current trends and frequently asked questions. The presentations - Hardwood, Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl, and Ceramic Tile - allow the Home Solutions member to fully equip his builders with technical know-how on product information, job-site preparation, installation procedures and quality control, and tips on consumer care and maintenance.
"Today’s builders are always looking for ways to save money and increase customer satisfaction," says Dave Gheesling, FloorExpo CEO. "Our members can deliver just that with HSbe, which offers detailed product knowledge in manageable segments."
While the other new technologies available to Home Solutions members – the online training system and recent upgrades to HSi, the interactive design center tool - were all met with great fanfare, HSbe is no exception. Julian Kroll, president of Design Floors, New Jersey, shares the membership’s enthusiasm. "I recently met with one of the largest builders in the northeast, and coincidentally one that is badly in need of a training program. The HSbe presentation made our job much easier. Suddenly, we had a value-add that no other flooring contractors could offer. Anyone can provide their builder with floor covering. We can provide them with floor covering and the proper training they need to install it. They can’t wait to get started."
With HSbe, members are able to reach builder managers, sales staff, design consultants, field supervisors and even other trade contractors in order to better educate them on the finer points of home building.
"We’ve put tremendous effort into building an application that is customized for Members and educational for builders," Jay Smith, FloorExpo president, adds. "Our objective is proper expectation management, whether it be for the home buyer through Home Solutions interactive or for the home builder with HSbe."
