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E6: Early Summer Checklist for Your Home

Use these seasonal tips to prepare your outdoor space for the summer months ahead.
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E5: Spring Checklist for Your Home

Use these seasonal tips to maintain and enhance your home during the spring months.
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E4: Early Spring Checklist for Your Home

Use these seasonal tips to make your home’s spring prep and cleaning tasks a breeze.
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E3: Winter Checklist for Your Home

Use these seasonal tips to keep your water hot and air clean during winter.
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The 5 Best Indoor Plants (2023 Review)

Indoor plants provide a splash of color and life to any space. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best indoor plants on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at various retail stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
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The 5 Best Resistance Bands (2023 Review)

Resistance bands are strength-training tools that you can use from the convenience of your own home. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best resistance bands on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
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E2: Winter Checklist for Your Home

Use these seasonal tips to keep your home warm and safe during the cold winter months.
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The 4 Best Fire Pits (2023 Review)

Fire pits add atmosphere and warmth to your backyard. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the four best fire pits on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
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Understanding Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors

This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman teaches host Kevin O’Connor everything he needs to know about these fire safety devices.
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Easy Guide to Paint Finishes

Trying to choose a paint finish? Read this guide to learn how to pick the right sheen to make your next interior paint project pop.

6 Helpful Storage Ideas for Your Mudroom

To tackle your organization and storage needs, read this guide for ideas that will help you make the most of your mudroom.
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How to Treat Stains on Plaster and Drywall

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva explains the best way to get rid of water stains on ceilings and walls.
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Amazon's October Prime Day 2023: What To Know

Learn all the essential details about Amazon's October Prime Big Deal Days event—including how to score the best deals.
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How to Avoid Solar Panel Scams

Home technology expert Ross Trethewey teaches host Kevin O’Connor what he needs to know about solar installation plans, how to look for scams, and financing to ensure homeowners get the most for their investment.
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How Ross Trethewey Became an Engineer

This Old House home technology expert Ross Trethewey grew up in the trades (and television), but he explains that his passion drew him toward engineering.
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Future House | Emerging Solar Technology

This Old House Home Technology Expert Ross Trethewey takes us to MIT to discuss the future of solar technology.
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How to Conduct a Home Energy Assessment

Home technology expert Ross Trethewey shows a homeowner where her energy consumption is going and how to save some money moving forward.
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Ask TOH Celebrates Their Fathers as Mentors

Ask This Old House team members talk about how their fathers shaped their lives and careers.
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How Nathan Organizes His Truck

This Old House carpenter Nathan Gilbert takes pride in having a clean truck ready to tackle any project at any job site.
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How Tom Silva Became a General Contractor

This Old House’s favorite general contractor tells us all about how his career in the trades began.
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S45 E2: Shore We Can

Construction begins on the Lexington Modern project. The new architectural plan prioritizes accessibility. An accessibility solution showroom is toured. A new energy code affects the construction.
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Read This Before You Put in a Pantry

Ready to maximize your kitchen's storage space? In this guide, we'll show you how to plan out, create, and organize the ideal pantry.
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Fall Fertilizing: Essential Tips to Make Your Yard Grow

Read this guide to learn why autumn is the best time of year to fertilize your yard.
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How to Resurface Worn Concrete

Trowel concrete resurfacer over your worn walkway, and you'll have a brand new, durable surface with uniform color. Before you get started, check out this how-to video on working with concrete.
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Why Nathan Loved Being a Boy Scout

Nathan Gilbert shares fond memories of being a Boy Scout, and recounts a lot of life lessons learned during his Scout days.