
Ask This Old House
Repairing stripped threads on a radiator; solving a grading problem.

Repairing stripped threads on a radiator; solving a grading problem.

An instantaneous water heater saves on fuel costs; deciduous and evergreen trees.

Norm meets site reviews progress on replacing termite-ravaged beams and joists.

Renovating homeowner Christiane Bintliff's Oceanside bungalow, built in the 1930s.

New iron railings on the front stairs, new lighting and kitchen appliances, and recycled radiators.

The team finishes the last of the porch's historical details and installs a new downspout.

The master carpenter checks out the new retractable awnings; the host meets storm window installers.

A rubber membrane roof is installed on the garage; leaded glass windows are repaired.

The team makes progress on framing the cottage and installing windows and doors.

Host Bob Vila tours a pre-fabricated post-and-beam home with an open floor plan.

Discussing the arch that will separate the sections of the house; selecting a wood stove.

Sharing how to construct cabinets and tape sheetrock; finishing materials for the addition.

Waterproofing the basement; installing a wood-burning stove in the family room; windows and doors.

Roughing in the new master bath; checking the condition of the roof; steaming off old wallpaper.

Assessment of the heating plant; appraising the plumbing work; framework for the sunroom/breezeway.

Demolition begins; footings for a new sunroom/breezeway; relocation of a picture window.

Brick-walk installation; cutting a miter in wood trim.

Silencing squeaky hardwood floors; building a set of timber stairs.

Steve catches up with the ranch homeowners and meets the foundation contractor.

Architect Graham Gund reveals his plans for the Igoes' ranch; complete London flat.