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How Much Does Appliance Repair Cost?
While your exact appliance repair cost will depend on the type of appliance and the necessary fix, here are some general figures to help you budget for common household repairs.
Best Solar Companies in New Jersey
If you want to harness solar power for your New Jersey home, read our review of the top providers below to learn more about the best solar companies in New Jersey.
How to Shampoo Your Carpet
Whether you want to do it yourself or hire a professional cleaning service, giving your carpet a deep clean with shampoo helps keep it in the best possible condition.
Save This Old House: An 1894 Victorian in Neponset, IL
See this Victorian home in the heartland of Illinois.
The 13 Most Hazardous Homeowner DIY Trends
From DIY decks and porches to seemingly innocent wall demolition—a home inspection expert explains which popular home improvement projects are the riskiest for homeowners to tackle and why.
Smart Electrical Panels: The Future of Home Energy Management
Home technology expert Ross Trethewey and master electrician Heath Eastman teach host Kevin O’Connor about smart electrical panels.
How to Build Window Flower Boxes
This Old House carpenter Nathan Gilbert and landscape contractor Jenn Nawada build custom window boxes for a colorful touch of curb appeal.
The Window Woman: Giving Old Windows New Life
In an expansive workshop on the North Shore of Massachusetts, Alison Hardy—a.k.a. the Window Woman of New England—and her small team of skilled workers are meticulously restoring dozens of weathered, century-old sashes.
S43 E23: A Match Made Perfect
Antique windows are installed in Dracut, MA. The original foundation is repaired. The wood floors are patched, and a bathroom is prepped for tile. Then, the team explores aluminum gutters that look like wood.
S20 E23: Window Boxes, Smart Panels
Tom shares how he became a general contractor; Heath and Ross explain what smart electric panels are and how they work; Jenn and Nathan build and fill new window flower boxes.
How to Build a Corner Bench
Do you have an awkward space near your staircase or entryway that could use some storage? Watch as House One editor and DIY expert Jenn Largesse builds a simple corner bench with storage near her stairs.
Sunrun Solar Reviews
In this review, the This Old House Reviews team looks into Sunrun’s services, products, and warranties to help you decide on the right solar provider for your home.
Best Solar Companies in California
California is one of the most solar power-friendly states in the country. If you want to join the renewable energy trend in the Golden State, read our review of the top providers below.
Best Solar Companies in Massachusetts
If you want to harness solar power for your Massachusetts home, read our review of the top providers below to learn more about the best solar companies in Massachusetts.
Perennials That Bloom Every Year
With their ornamental beauty and adaptable natures, many perennial garden favorites are worth a second look for their resiliency in an era of weather extremes.
Introducing TOH’s West Roxbury Project House
Homeowners’ plans for an exterior fix-up lead to a full-scale renovation at the West Roxbury project house. The goal: Upgrade the 19th-century house to suit their modern family.
Understanding Battery Voltages | Tool Lab
In this Tool Lab video, master electrician Heath Eastman explains everything we’ve wanted to know about today’s power tool batteries.
How To Replace a Fireplace Cover
Mason Mark McCullough helps a homeowner replace an old set of fireplace doors for a fresh new look and improved safety.
How Much Does a Bathroom Remodel Cost?
Whether you’re looking to pinch pennies or splurge on luxury fixtures, it pays to know where your money’s going. Here are some factors that go into a bathroom remodeling project and what it typically costs.
Insider-Exclusive Q&A with Landscape Contractor Jenn Nawada (April 5 at 1 PM ET)
In order to view these Q&As, you must have access to YouTube or belong to our private Facebook group just for Insiders. You will need to provide your member ID or account email in order to be accepted into the Facebook group.
S43 E22: Father and Son
Headway on the 1890s Victorian continues as the crew installs lighting on the front porch and preps the primary bathroom for in-floor heating. Later, the homeowners pick lighting for the dining room and install drywall in the attic.
S20 E22: Fireplace Repairs, Simple Clog Fixes
In this episode, Heath Eastman breaks down the basic voltages of cordless tools. Then, Richard Trethewey explains how to fix simple clogs in sinks and toilets. Finally, Mark McCullough repairs a fireplace and replaces its cover.
How To Build a Wooden Garden Hose Holder for Your Home
Follow along as DIY expert Jenn Largesse shares how you can build a functional garden hose box out of cedar. with a built-in reel.
How to Build a Block Retaining Wall
House One editor and DIY Expert Jenn Largesse walks us through the process of building a retaining wall in her backyard.
How To Make DIY Closet Built-Ins
This Old House General Contractor Tom Silva shows a homeowner how to create a build-in for her closet with drawers, cubbies, and a coat rack.