
This Old House
Redwood clapboards go on, and Norm explains the challenges of waterproofing and venting.

Redwood clapboards go on, and Norm explains the challenges of waterproofing and venting.

Tom Silva shows us the steel partition walls and how he's adding exterior window trim.

A steel beam is lowered into place; the team installs the second-floor deck.

Lumber has arrived; we visit a c. 1760 tavern rebuilt as a private home.

New footings are poured, and a preformed concrete foundation system arrives.

The homeowner cuts down a tree to make way for the foundation and new septic field.

The day begins with the crew moving the old milk shed and reviewing design ideas.

A tour of the oldest house the show has worked on: a 1710 colonial in Action, Massachusetts.

Fixing squeaky stairs; installing an automatic shut-off valve for a washing machine.

Repairing a loose flagstone in a mortared walkway; installing a seamless patch to a hardwood floor.

Progress is made with the installation of rough wiring, a boiler and a hot water heater.

A new bulkhead and septic are installed and the historic paint colors are matched.

The crew reviews drainage, door placement, and skylights; Norm turns new balusters.

Steve checks on the leaching field progress; learn about the 1888 color scheme.

Progress is made on the deck, kitchen and master bath framing; asbestos is removed.

Portico footings are poured, exterior lead paint is scraped and new wiring is reviewed.

The attic-turned master suite is complete with decor and furniture.

The crew begins insulation in the attic; Bob Vila tours Al Capone's Chicago apartment.

A busy day at the site, as several weather-sensitive jobs are completed.

Steve tours Milton with realtor Susan Bolgar-Wiesjohn to see what properties are available.