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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
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
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
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
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
18 Treehouses That Are Nicer Than Your House
Living luxuriously among the leaves has never been so accessible
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
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
Best Old House Neighborhoods 2013: Victorians
These neighborhoods feature elegant, stately Queen Anne, Second Empire, Shingle-style, and other Victorian-era houses
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
Best Old House Neighborhoods 2013: Retirees
These neighborhoods offer a variety of activities year-round and communities of golden-agers to enjoy them with
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
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
Best Old House Neighborhoods 2013: Easy Commute
These neighborhoods, all within or close to major employment centers, make quick work of getting to work
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
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)