A recent report from the NAHB’s Eye on Housing says that in 2023, the majority of new home starts featured laundry connections on the first floor (72%), second floor or higher (26%) and the basement, garage, and other locations came in at a 1% or lower share. The data was from the Census Bureau’s Survey of Construction. However, in the NAHB’s What Home Buyer’s Really Want survey, buyers’ preferences were slightly different (except for the 1st floor).
This comparison highlights a disconnect between what builders are offering and what buyers are seeking. While builders are largely opting for laundry connections on the first or second floor, a notable portion of buyers prefer the basement or garage.
Click here to read the full story at the NAHB’s Eye on Housing.
