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S30 E4: Prefabricating Inside and Out
General contractor Tom Silva meets up with builder Tedd Benson to see about wall systems while master electrician Allen Gallant works to pre-wire the building with a new wiring system.
One-Room Redos
Six smart makeovers reveal the pains and payoffs of renovating a single space
Norm's Notebook: How To Use a Handsaw
Essential advice from This Old House master carpenter Norm Abram
Handsaws: A Guide To Choosing and Using These Tools
Read our guide on handsaws to learn which handsaw is best for your project, how to properly use it, and how to maintain it for years to come.
LED Flashlights
Long-lasting LEDs are the smart choice for your new flashlight
S7 E3: Pendant Light, Succulent Plants
Kevin travels to Nashville, Tennessee, where he helps brighten up a kitchen with new pendant lighting. Then, houseplant expert Carrie Kelly shows Roger how to care for cacti and other succulents.
S30 E3: Even the Foundation is Prefabricated!
General contractor Tom Silva begins building the new house. In New Hampshire, builder Tedd Benson shows Kevin the work in the timberframe office. Landscape architect Wes presents a plan for the yard.
How to Compost for a Nutrient Rich Home Garden
Learn how to create nutrient-rich compost for your garden, including aeration, moisture, temperature, materials, and more.
Small Fixes, Big Payoff
Some key changes made a vintage cottage ultra-livable without sacrificing an ounce of its charm
S7 E2: Transplanting a Mature Tree, Noisy Hot Water
Roger shows how to transplant a large, mature tree, the guys ask, "What is it?" then, Richard helps two homeowners sleep better at night by quieting their noisy heating system.
S30 E2: House Plan Virtual Tour
Host Kevin finds contractor Tom Silva finishing demolition on the house. In New Hampshire, Kevin meets architect Chris and homeowner Amy to take a virtual tour of the house before construction begins.
Your Compact Fluorescent Lightbulb Problems Solved
Compact fluorescent lightbulbs help fight rising energy costs, but the unflattering color they cast and their funky spiral shapes can be turnoffs. Here, ways to start saving more money without suffering
Debris Disposal 101: A Guide To Managing Renovation Waste
How to get cash for your trash—and other money-saving ways to reduce renovation waste while remaining legally compliant.
Time-Lapse Video of the Weston House Project
Time lapse video of the TOH Weston House project, a prefab timber-frame house for a family of four
Gargoyles for Your Home
Dress up your gutters and gardens with these medieval monsters
S7 E1: Rotted Post Repair, Sump Pump Dry Well
Ask This Old House kicks off its 7th season on PBS. Tom Silva prevents a garage roof from collapsing, the guys ask, "What is it?" and Roger helps two homeowners dry out their basement.
S30 E1: A Prefab Timberframe Project House Begins
For the new season, host Kevin O'Connor and master carpenter Norm Abram reveal that This Old House will be building a new, prefab, eco-friendly home that will feel like an old barn.
How Eight Homeowners Save Over $12,275 on Energy
How do they do it? By putting power-saving technologies to work inside their homes. You can do the same
How to Make New Cabinet Doors From Old Shutters
Use this guide to source vintage shutters and turn them into the budget-friendly, sustainable cabinets of your dreams.
A Step by Step Guide to Building a Bird Feeder for Your Yard
A DIY bird feeder is a project the whole family can help with. Learn how to make one out of materials you can find at a home center and grocery store.
Dremel Tools and Other Pumpkin-Carving Must Haves
Everything you need to build the ultimate pumpkin-carving tool set and Pumpkin Carving Contest
Everything You Need to Know to Repair Sash Windows
Get expert tips and step-by-step instructions for how to repair sash windows in your home. See how to fix common sash issues.
5 Steps to Pumpkin Carving Success
Pro tips for carving the best pumpkin on the block
12 Inspirational Pumpkin Carvings
Get inspired by these amazing masterpieces, get pro tips and free patterns to make your own, and enter your carvings in the Pumpkin Carving Contest
A Kitchen With the Same Old Footprint, Bold New Design
A faded 1980s kitchen gets revved up with red cabinets, high-performance appliances, and floor-to-ceiling storage