Renovation begins on a 1940s house on Boston's famous Charles River Tom conducts a structural investigation Richard finds asbestos to be removed Roger puts erosion control in place to protect the flood plain.
The job nears completion thanks to the dedication of general contractor David Lopes Norm Abram and David reflect on how far the house has come in eight months the team gathers for the wrap party.
Angelo McRae shows Kevin how to install meshed white subway tiles for the kitchen backsplash Kevin visits our Washington, D.C. project house Tom Silva lends a hand with customizing and installing the stair treads and newel post for the new stairs.
Apprentices from YouthBuild Boston work on the front yard progress on the second unit how to clean and remove stains from marble countertops installing a new water heater in the basement.
General contractor Tom Silva heads to Alexandria, Virginia to restore the windows in a home built by George Washington Richard installs a water filter at a kitchen sink.
Ross Trethewey travels to San Francisco to learn about new ways to finance the installation of photovoltaic solar panels Ross installs a new solar power system for a homeowner: Tom helps a homeowner frame the walls for a basement-remodeling project.
Richard learns about a way to heat and cool a house using a new room-by-room ventilation system Tom explains the best ways to patch a small hole in the wall using several methods a nonconductive electrical tool to make working with wires easier.
Richard learns about a way to heat and cool a house using a new room-by-room ventilation system Tom explains the best ways to patch a small hole in the wall using several methods a nonconductive electrical tool to make working with wires easier.
Tom fixes a front porch by replacing a single deck board in a tight space Richard receives an email about a shower that has been stained green Scott brings more power to a bedroom and is able to conceal the wiring with crown molding.
Roger helps plant a home orchard using apple and pear trees Tom shows Kevin how to use a circular saw and how to find one that fits individual project needs Richard installs a new tank water heater and discusses the new regulations on them.
Using store-bought stair treads to create a bookshelf a new LED light with a built-in motion detector designed for use in a closet using existing plants to transform the look of a home's foundation.
Kevin visits Chicago to explore the dangers of home fires and ways to stay safe Scott shows Kevin a battery-powered generator that can provide electricity the guys look at a gray, rubber handle Richard finds a rusted sink strainer in the kitchen.
Tom replaces sash balancers on an antique window Roger and Kevin check out the benefits of a robotic lawnmower Richard talks about treating water with lead.
Using, installing, maintaining and repairing a window.
How various climates across the United States impact the design, care and maintenance of different landscapes.
Best practices for installing or repairing a walkway installing a brand-new walkway using natural stone.
How, where and why plumbing systems fail when and how plumbing pipes and connections can be repaired or replaced how to prevent plumbing failures with new technology.
A new chimney facade is made to look old with a brick veneer selecting kitchen cabinets cleaning the exterior of the house in preparation for paint a hot air balloon ride.
Repointing the old foundation installing a steel beam in the basement exploring trends in plumbing fixtures truss system for the third floor living space.
A visit to the Saratoga Race Course addressing electrical issues updates to framing and living plans a temporary buttress wall supports the old foundation.