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Fixing Cracks In Concrete Walls
A simple, permanent repair for a leaking crack in a basement wall.
How to Put In Crown Molding
Follow along with general contractor Tom Silva's step-by-step guide to putting up an ornamental ceiling border.
Water Heater Safety 101: Understanding and Minimizing Risks
Your water heater may look benign but could erupt if you don't care for it properly. Learn how to minimize risks with these tips.
What You Need to Know to Safely Store Home Heating Oil
Heating oil is a great way to keep your home warm and cozy, but storing it can be a challenge. Here's everything you need to know.
What You Need to Know to Choose an Air Conditioner
In this guide, we tell you everything you should know about purchasing a new AC unit, including how to choose the best size and power level.
How To Use Pellet Baskets for Your Fireplace or Wood Stove
Using wood pellets can give you more heat and efficiency from your fireplace or woodstove. Learn how to use a pellet basket from our experts.
How To Hang Clapboard Siding
Follow Tom Silva's step-by-step method for hanging clapboard to keep it level and watertight, and use our tips to keep it looking great.
13 Ways to Keep Your House Warm This Winter
Check out our list of tips, tricks, and upgrades for keeping your house warm in the winter and cutting down on your heating bills.
S23 E24: The Manchester House
As our completion deadline draws near, the house is abuzz with activity. The flooring contractor installs a laser-cut wood floor medallion in the shape of a compass rose while Norm continues to assemble the various pieces of the inglenook on site. The glass conservatory roof has arrived and is assembled in place, and Tom shows Norm how he's making curved crown molding the old-fashioned way.
S14 E9: Four-Drawer Chest
Norm's small, four drawer, elegant chest of drawers is built of high quality mahogany veneer plywood and fitted with period reproduction hardware
Choosing the Right Hammer Handle for Your Next Job
Are you unsure about which hammer to purchase for your DIY project? Here's everything you need to know about hammer handles.
Gauging Gutters
Find the best gutter type, shape, and style for you, and get advice from the This Old House experts on how to make your gutters last.
The Facts on Faucets: A Comprehensive Guide
Here's how to tell well-made sink, tub, and shower fittings from the polished pretenders, and shop for your own quality faucets.
How to Find and Hire an Electrician
Here’s how to find an electrician who can handle your next project and what you can expect to pay for their services.
Firesafe Holiday Lighting
Learn to safely decorate with holiday lights. Get fire-prevention tips, proper installation methods, and the best LED options.
A Guide to Front Door Replacement Options for Your Entry
In this guide, we discuss various front door materials and what you need to know about picking a great new entry door system.
Go From an Old Deck to New in 4 Steps
There's no secret to deck maintenance—repair, clean, and protect it—but learning the tricks the pros use can make the results last longer.
How To Optimize Outdoor Lighting to Make Your Home Shine
Use our detailed guide to set up an effective and secure outdoor lighting system around your property, including the garage and garden.
Opening Act
How to replace a window with a classic French door
How To Lay a Stone Patio
Interested in laying your own stone patio? Read our guide for step-by-step instructions on creating a long-lasting patio.
Vinyl Siding: Costs, Quality, and Installation Tips
Learn how to select the best vinyl siding for your home including different types, how to install it, and the cost.
The Manchester House
On New England's north shore, This Old House gives grand rebirth to a once-stately, uniquely American Shingle-style house by the sea.
The Santa Barbara House
The guys headed west for the winter to raise the roof on Jan Winford's 1907 Craftsman-style bungalow in sunny Santa Barbara.
Low-Flow Toilets: How They Reduce a Home's Water Use
Using a low flush toilets can help you reduce your water consumption. Here’s a closer look at these water-saving commodes.
The San Francisco House
This Old House converted a 1906 Arts and Crafts-style church into a single family home for Laurie Ann Bishop and Mark Dvorak.