Brookfield Homes, of Del Mar, Calif., sells homes in San Diego and Riverside Counties ranging from the mid-$300,000s to the $900,000s. All of its detached homes come with standard wood-burning fireplaces in the family room and include paint-grade or stain-grade surrounds, depending on the price of the home. Houses starting at about $700,000 include a second fireplace in the family room. Among the upgrades the builder offers:
| OPTION | COST |
| Second fireplaces in the living room and master bedroom | $2,000 |
| Oak mantels | $500 |
| Maple mantels | $750 |
| Precast concrete surrounds | $400 to $800 |
| Tile, granite, marble, or brick surrounds | Varying prices |
| Gas log kits | $350 |