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10 Ways to Get More Out of Your INSIDER Membership

Are you a big This Old House fan? Consider this to be your fan checklist.

7 Tips for an Energy-Efficient Home

Want to improve your energy bill and run your home efficiently year-round? Read on.

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Rebuilding Paradise | Four-Episode Special Airs Starting Jan. 30

Families rebuild their homes and lives. Rebuilding Paradise, the four-episode special, now premiering on PBS.

S18 E12: Ceiling Light, Tool Storage

Nathan Gilbert demonstrates a sanding kit with different profiles; Heath Eastman installs ceiling lights for a homeowner; Mark McCullough explains the purposes and uses for different types of trowels; Tom Silva and Kevin O'Connor build a tool storage shelf out of leftover lumber.

This Old House® Helps Rebuild Paradise, CA in Four-Part Special Beginning January 30th on PBS

Season One Finale of Clearstory Podcast Also Features Paradise, CA

Ask This Old House® Wins First Daytime Emmy® Award

Ask This Old House took home its first Emmy this weekend for "Outstanding Lifestyle Program" at the 46th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards

This Old House® Announces “Generation NEXT” Apprentices

Two Selected Winners Participate in Renovation of Westerly Project House and Projects in the Greater Boston Area for the Emmy® Award-Winning PBS Series This Old House

Rebuilding Paradise: Holding onto Home | Clearstory Ep. 10

After major natural disasters, like Superstorm Sandy and the Paradise, California fires, why do some homeowners choose to rebuild, often in the very same spot, while others opt to move and start fresh elsewhere?

About the Cape Ann Project

Reclaiming history in this shingle-style house by the sea.

All About Pet-Proofing Your Home

In order for our pets to lead happy, healthy lives, we must keep them safe from the dangers that abound in the average home and yard.

All About Installing & Restoring The Moldings In Your Home

Moldings create eye-pleasing transitions in your space. Learn more about each type and find the right material for your home.

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A Guide to Laundry Room Renovations

A bright and cheerful laundry room makes sorting, washing, and folding clothes seem like less of a chore.

Why a Heat Pump Clothes Dryer Might Be Right for Your Home

This Old House plumbing and HVAC expert Richard Trethewey explains the energy and cost-efficient benefits of a heat pump dryer.

What To Know About Insurance for Home Construction and Renovation Projects

Whether you’re building a new home or remodeling an existing one, protect your investment throughout the construction process.

How to Buy an HVAC System for Any Kind of Home

Consider design, comfort, and greater energy efficiency when installing a new HVAC system

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Pet-Safe Ice Prevention: How To Keep Your Furry Friends Safe in the Cold

Prevent ice on your sidewalks and steps by pretreating with pet-friendly options, and learn tips to keep your pet happy in wintry weather.

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How To Prevent Ice on Your Driveway

Preventing ice from building up on your driveway can prevent damage and dangerous accident. Read how to keep your driveway ice-free in our step-by-step guide.

Windows: No Pane, No Gain | Clearstory Ep. 3

Windows look simple, but they are highly engineered machines. Architect Don Powers decodes R-value and U-factors, architectural historian Elizabeth Milnarik traces the window’s history, and TOH’s Tom Silva reminds us that old windows are worth saving.