One or two green-tinged measures make most homeowners feel as if they're doing their part.
First, many homeowners feel that synthetics lack the warmth and simplicity of natural materials.
It's just a short time till homeowners across the U.S. will feel it in their pocket book.
But some homeowners do not feel they have an option.
High house prices may have made homeowners feel wealthier, but much of it has been an illusion.
"That way, the homeowner feels empowered to make the decision."
Some homeowners feel that their residential quality of life is sometimes sacrificed to commercial interests.
The housing boom of the last five years has made many homeowners feel like very, very smart investors.
They say that other homeowners are also unhappy with the results but feel too intimidated to come forward.
Rising property prices or share prices cause homeowners and shareholders to feel more wealthy - this is known as the wealth effect.