A new exterior wall goes up, from the inside new kitchen wiring installing a new HVAC system Flint, Mich., water crisis installing more substantial fascia in preparation for new gutters.
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At the Russell Woods project, Tommy uses a clever fix for some damaged oak flooring in the living room Frank and Tamiko meet with Jerusha Kaffine, a local kitchen designer, to see her plan repairing the front steps before new gutters go up.
A new exterior wall goes up, from the inside new kitchen wiring installing a new HVAC system Flint, Mich., water crisis installing more substantial fascia in preparation for new gutters.
Repairing crumbling decorative molding with a replica created by a 3D printer looking at plumbing fixtures repairing some compromised joists in the upstairs bathroom how to install kitchen ceiling strapping repairs made to the foundation.
Tommy teaches techniques to remove peeling paint in the living room while Richard and Frank begin rough plumbing repairs in the basement Tommy shows Kevin the issues with the leaded stained-glass windows before restoration.
Richard checks the plumbing stack and Tommy investigates a leaky parapet Kevin and Tommy work with Frank and his friends to demo the kitchen walls and investigate whether a beam is needed a tree with a large root system threatens the foundation.
Kevin meets Detroit's Mayor to learn about the city's efforts to revitalize neighborhoods Wes Kasperski installs an alarm system to keep the house protected during renovation Frank works with Tommy and Kevin to blow in new insulation from the roof.
Kevin introduces the city of Detroit Kevin meets the homeowners for a tour of the first and second floor Tommy is in the back yard, assessing some of the repairs needed plumbing issues in the basement suggestions for upgrading the electricity.
The Arts and Crafts house in Arlington is near completion and the guys come to take a last look and celebrate with the homeowners touring the yard Tommy and Norm check out the addition at the back of the house touring the updated first floor.
Installing the marble in the kitchen island laying the first giant stones for the fieldstone wall hanging wallpaper over a secret door how the radiant floor heating, air conditioning and supplemental heating system work extra-large dog door.
Tommy installs the shiplap using reclaimed granite, Kevin helps Roger's crew lay a second set of steps for the walkway Roberto finds and cuts a marble slab for the kitchen island Mark builds the cast stone mantel surrounding for the new fireplace.
Assembling the roof on the ground a lift helps raise the roof into place the technique of Lazure painting, a watercolor style of painting interior walls refinishing oak veneer installing wood paneling in the living room screening trees.
Options for ground cover plants different techniques for patching wall holes patching brick holes installing a new threshold.
Creating a landscape that can withstand heavy pedestrian traffic options for water heaters building a cutting board out of walnut, cherry and maple.
General contractor Tom Silva helps homeowners in Houston install crown molding in their bedroom using an innovative fastening system What is it? Roger and Kevin head outside to replace a rotting cedar fence post.
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey heads to Tampa, Fla., to help a homeowner cool off his garage workshop with a ductless air conditioning system What Is It? Tom helps a homeowner eliminate a mysterious leak in her living room ceiling.
Roger helps a homeowner conserve water by installing an innovative rainwater collection system Tom helps a pair of homeowners connect two rooms in their home by removing an interior load-bearing wall.
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner update the look of her bathroom by installing a new vanity cabinet, countertop, and sink What Is It? Tom and Kevin discuss types of wall insulation and how each is installed.
Prepping the footings for the new porch columns civil engineer Mike Kosmo does the perc test a stunning neighborhood shingle-style house removing a rotted red maple from the side yard with a tree crew and crane.
Landscape architect Stephanie Hubbard's plan for major work in the back to re-grade and create a large new patio Norm Abram and homeowner Paul Friedberg begin demolition in the basement, Kevin learns how to loosen a stuck sewer cap.
Reviewing the "new" house: the good news-an exterior in pretty good shape and beautiful intact woodwork-and the bad news-some structural issues and a disconnected, sorely outdated kitchen extensive plaster damage bathrooms in need of updating.
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