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Life After Sandy: Jed and Chris Laird

Their 1880s shore house took on five feet of water during Superstorm Sandy, but they're determined to rebuild. See more post-Sandy stories as TOH TV premieres its Jersey Shore Rebuilds series on October 3 on PBS
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Life After Sandy: Jeanne Hulse

After Superstorm Sandy, Jeanne Hulse volunteered to cook hot meals for the first responders working to restore badly damaged Mantoloking, NJ. See more post-Sandy stories as TOH TV premieres its Jersey Shore Rebuilds series on October 3 on PBS
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Life After Sandy: Rita Gurry

After Superstorm Sandy and the damage to her Manasquan, New Jersey, home, Rita's mantra for rebuilding was "Higher, newer, better." See more post-Sandy stories as TOH TV premieres its Jersey Shore Rebuilds series on October 3 on PBS
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Life After Sandy: Nick Spino

Despite a call to evacuate, builder Nick stayed in his Deauville Beach, New Jersey, house during the worst of Superstorm Sandy. See more post-Sandy stories as TOH TV premieres its Jersey Shore Rebuilds series tonight on on PBS
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Life After Sandy: Carlos and Maria Santos

Separated during Superstorm Sandy in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, Carlos and Maria had a harrowing experience. See more post-Sandy stories as TOH TV premieres its Jersey Shore Rebuilds series on October 3 on PBS
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18 Treehouses That Are Nicer Than Your House

Living luxuriously among the leaves has never been so accessible
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88 Quick and Easy Decorative Upgrades

Plan out projects for a whole year with our calendar of clever design ideas for every room in the house
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Life After Sandy: Jackie Rebholz

Jackie Rebholz's family home floating in New Jersey's Barnegat Bay is one of Superstorm Sandy's most iconic images. See more post-Sandy stories as TOH TV premieres its Jersey Shore Rebuilds series on October 3 on PBS
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Sneak Peek: Jersey Shore Rebuilds

In an eight-part series, This Old House will follow three houses on the New Jersey coastline that were badly damaged in Superstorm Sandy
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How to Prep Your Lawn for Winter

The end of summer signals the best time to lay the groundwork for a lush field of grass come spring.
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S25 E26: Finishing the Project, Bermuda-Style

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How To Fix Wood Scratches

Do you have wood furniture with a damaged finish? Our expert breaks down how to fix abrasions, scratches, and gouges on wood.
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How To Build a Medicine Cabinet

A medicine cabinet can improve your bathroom's look and organization. Learn how to build and install one here.
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How To Dress Up a Hollow-Core Door

Tired of your boring slab-style door? In our video and visual guide, we'll show you how to add panels to update your door decor.
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How To Build a Giant Halloween Spider

This Halloween, terrify and entertain trick or treaters with an outsized arachnid hanging from the outside of your home.
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Best Old House Neighborhoods 2013: Waterfront

If a lakeside view is your idea of heaven on earth or you long to live near the ocean, you'll find the place of your dreams in these neighborhoods
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Best Old House Neighborhoods 2013: Walkability

Studies show that walkable neighborhoods have higher home values compared with surrounding areas—and these spots are no exception
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Best Old House Neighborhoods 2013: Victorians

These neighborhoods feature elegant, stately Queen Anne, Second Empire, Shingle-style, and other Victorian-era houses
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Best Old House Neighborhoods 2013: Small Towns

Do you enjoy living at a slower pace and being surrounded by familiar faces and sights? We've picked out places where you'll never feel lost in the crowd
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Best Old House Neighborhoods 2013: Retirees

These neighborhoods offer a variety of activities year-round and communities of golden-agers to enjoy them with
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Best Old House Neighborhoods 2013: Parks and Recreation

You'll find these neighborhoods near lakes, mountain ranges, parks, and other outdoor treasures that will suit your penchant for adventure
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Best Old House Neighborhoods 2013: Fixer-Uppers

You've dreamed of restoring an older house's original charm—and aren't afraid to put in the sweat equity to get the job done. These are the places for you
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Best Old House Neighborhoods 2013: Easy Commute

These neighborhoods, all within or close to major employment centers, make quick work of getting to work
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Best Old House Neighborhoods 2013: Cottages and Bungalows

If you prefer cozy nooks and crannies to grand living spaces, you'll be drawn to these areas, which boast inviting houses that are just the right size
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Best Old House Neighborhoods 2013: College Towns

Lectures, classes, concerts, sports teams—a campus brings a lot more to a place than just students and professors (or bagel shops and bars)