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Read up on the basics of homeowners insurance to find out whether you have the coverage you need before you need it.

Tom Silva explains how good building practices not only make your house's structure sound but help everything last longer and work better.

Dr. Geoffrey Brown determines the extent of the soil contamination around the Billerica house and gives tips on how leaks can be prevented.

Learn the steps to fix water-damaged siding. Discover how to identify issues, replace boards, and prevent future damage.

Linoleum makes a comeback and proves its not what you think. This article explains everything you need to know about linoleum floors.

Keep your family safe with these safety tips for escaping a fire.

Prefinished plywood goes down fast —and lasts.

The show kicked off its 20th anniversary with the renovation of a sprawling 1886 Queen Anne-style Victorian in the Boston suburb of Watertown, Massachusetts.

Replacing snaggletoothed spindles restores a staircase's dignity.

From knowing how to prep to finding the best paint for cabinets, here’s some helpful advice on bringing your kitchen back to life without breaking your budget.

Where to place your microwave is an important decision. Here are some guidelines on microwave placement.

Recycling is part of life for many homeowners. Here's a rundown of products and ideas that make it easier.

When the demolition starts, the crew from This Old House always saves the good stuff to use later

The windows on Christian Nolen and Susan Denny's 1886 Victorian were in pretty good shape.

The best home brew for killing mold? Should you use a power washer? Decades of experience is distilled here for you.

Do you have asbestos in your house? Discover what it is, if you’ve been exposed, how to test for it, and the best methods for removal.

Here’s why your toilet might be leaking at the base and how to fix it to prevent costly structural damage.

The historical renovation of "Kirkside," an 1815 Colonial Revival-style home, included new septic and heating systems; a new roof and chimneys; and the repair of the master suite.

How do you handle the stress of a renovation? Here's some advice from the owners of This Old House TV's Watertown project

The This Old House crew renovated a 1950s ranch-style tract home in Woburn, Massachusetts.

Plans for this 1930s Pueblo Revival stucco home included expanding the kitchen and patio areas and building an outdoor courtyard and veranda, all against a breathtaking backdrop of mountains and desert in Tucson, Arizona.

While it's a challenge to install, a second-story bay window is a marvel of engineering and can transform cramped, dark spaces.

For the first time, This Old House traveled outside Massachusetts to focus on the renovation of a concrete-block-and-stucco tract house in Tampa, Florida.