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Attic Becomes A Suite Retreat Upstairs
Untapped space tucked under the roof becomes a light-filled bedroom, bath, and home office
S31 E17: Project with Purpose Begins
For the season’s second project, the crew partners with the City of Boston and non-profit Nuestra Comunidad to take a foreclosed house and turn it into affordable housing in Roxbury, Massachusetts.
How to Prune a Tree
An arborist's rules on how to shape up a small ornamental tree to make it more attractive and healthy
S8 E17: Ductless Air Conditioner, Mystery Leak
Richard helps a homeowner cool off his garage workshop with a ductless air conditioning system. The guys ask "What is it?" and Tom eliminates a mysterious leak in a living room ceiling.
How to Replace a PVC Sink Trap
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to replace a leaky, glued-together kitchen-sink trap
Basement Bonus Rooms
In this article, we’ll guide you through inspiring basement transformations and provide practical tips for maximizing your underground space.
How To Install an Energy-Saving Programmable Thermostat
Save on your energy bill with a programmable thermostat. Learn how to install an energy-saving thermostat in our guide.
Stylish Kitchen Upgrades From DIY Kits
Bring more order and a custom look to your cook space with 6 easy projects that come in a box
S31 E16: The Finished Project
In the final show from Newton Centre, all hands are on deck. Lead by Tom Silva, the modest project (with a modest budget) tightened up the old house while adding on living space for the family.
How To Test for Radon and Get Rid of It
Concerned about high radon levels? Learn about different radon testing methods and mitigation options in our comprehensive guide.
Sneak Peek: The Roxbury House
The 2010 This Old House TV project follows a foreclosed Second Empire two-family being renovated by a non-profit housing group
S8 E16: Rainwater Collection, Load-Bearing Wall
Roger conserves water by installing an innovative rainwater collection system. The guys ask "What is it?" and Tom helps homeowners connect two rooms by removing an interior load-bearing wall.
S31 E15: Is the Island Too Big?
Kevin O'Connor inspects the kitchen. Roger Cook goes shopping. The countertop fabricator installs a butcher block. Norm Abram and Tom Silva work with oak. The tile contractor installs the backsplash.
S8 E15: Bathroom Vanity, Insulation
Richard updates a bathroom by installing a new cabinet, countertop, and sink. The guys ask: "What is it?" and Tom and Kevin discuss different types of wall insulation and how each is installed.
The $967 Kitchen Remodel
Warm brown paint, glass mosaic tile, and fresh fixtures update a drab old kitchen
10 Uses for Charcoal
Don't let that half-empty bag from last summer sit around. Charcoal—the natural lump variety made from hardwood—can do more than cook burgers.
How To Replace a Faulty Three-Way Switch in Your Home
Learn insider tips for replacing a faulty three-way light switch in your home with our step-by-step switch replacement guide.
S31 E14: Interior Painting Primer and Fabricating Our New Countertops
Roger Cook acquires some plants. The painting contractor shows how to paint a ceiling. Kevin O’Connor meets with a countertop fabricator. Kevin helps Tom Silva construct bookshelves for the living room.
S8 E14: Fireplace Surround, Baseboard Heaters
Tom helps dress up a fireplace by installing a new mantle and marble hearth, the guys ask "What is it?" and Richard shows Kevin a few ways to improve the appearance of old baseboard heaters.
All About Pendant Lights
Pendant fixtures add brightness, style, and functionality to any room in the house. Learn how to install one from the This Old House experts.
How To Fix a Broken Doorbell On Your Own in 6 Simple Steps
Is your doorbell chiming intermittently or not working at all? Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to diagnose and repair your doorbell.
S31 E13: The New Kitchen is Coming Together
Roger Cook puts down new asphalt. Norm Abram helps Tom Silva install cabinets. Kevin learns about cabinet lighting. The painting contractor strips wallpaper. Tom and Norm trim out kitchen windows.
S8 E13: Water Softener, Deer Damage
Richard repairs a broken water softener, the guys ask "What is it?" and Roger helps a homeowner repair and prevent deer damage to his evergreen trees. Tom shares a tip on reducing sanding dust.
How To Refinish Hardwood Floors
Our step-by-step guide can help you clean and refinish your hardwood floors without sanding down to the bare wood.
A 1908 Cottage With Simple Elegance
The projects—from repairing rotten floor joists and leaking radiators to stemming the tide of a full-blown flood—just kept coming for a couple of first-timers tackling a deteriorating home