How to Test for Asbestos | This Old House

From This Old House. John Bachand will take a sample of the Newburyport house bathroom floor and two other areas to send to a lab for asbestos testing. Kevin O’Connor will go to Optimum Analytical for testing of the samples. Using a microscope technician’s Jamie & Kristina will show how to identify asbestos. The bathroom…

HVAC Ductwork Plan | This Old House

From This Old House. Richard Trethewey will join Atlanta homeowner Jonathan and his industry expert friend Jeremy to review the 3D CAD plan of the ductwork at Southface Institute. We get an understanding of layout, sizes and type of ductwork. We will see how Jonathan, for the first time, performs installing the duct work at…

Save the Tree | This Old House

From This Old House. A major branch from an ivy covered oak tree is hanging over the Atlanta house. Cutting off the limb would seem to be the solution but for many reasons it’s better to selectively prune with a professional. Arborist Tierson and his crew will show Jenn Nawada how it’s done. SUBSCRIBE to…

HVAC Tutorial at SouthFace | This Old House

From This Old House. Jonathan, the Atlanta homeowner and Richard Trethewey are headed to Southface Institute, the leader in the Atlanta area for promoting sustainable homes through education, research, and it also offers technical assistance. They will get a tour of some of the cutting-edge HVAC technology and meet an advisor who will help spec…

Wallpaper Selection and Design | This Old House

From This Old House. After removing the drop ceiling in the parlor, the Atlanta homeowners discovered some of the original 1890s wallpaper. They were inspired to work with local designers Tavia Forbes and Monet Masters to come up with an interior design for the parlor that would pay homage to the former homeowner, Mr Price.…

Scribe Tool, Hearing Protection, Sod Cutter | Tool Talk | Ask This Old House

From This Old House. In this video, host Kevin O’Connor hangs out at the shop with master carpenter Nathan Gilbert, mason Mark McCullough, and landscape contractor Lee Gilliam to discuss their favorite tools. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse. Every contractor or builder has their favorite trade-specific tool. Host Kevin O’Connor brought master carpenter Nathan…

How to Transplant New Roses | This Old House

From This Old House. Jenn Nawada reveals her landscape plans for the Lexington Modern house front yard. Lee Gilliam arrives in his truck with five screening trees. Fred helps unload the trees and dig the holes, while Jenn and Lee work together to place and plant the trees. Jenn reminds us that she tagged and…

Accessible Bath Fixtures | This Old House

From This Old House. Richard Trethewey looks at a bath in Lexington where fixtures are being installed.  Richard reminds us why the fixtures were selected for the homeowners and sees the installation of the faucet and offset P-trap. As more accessible-friendly bath fixtures are installed, Tom Silva and Kevin O’Connor review their function. SUBSCRIBE to…

How to Choose Home Fuel Sources | Ask This Old House

From This Old House. In this video, host Kevin O’Connor meets with building engineer Ross Trethewey and master electrician Heath Eastman to discuss whole-home electrification, and whether it’s always the best move for homeowners. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse. Where to find it? Ross’s Energy Cost Comparison Sheet [https://te2engineering.com/comparing-energy-sources/] U.S. Energy Information Administration’s average…

Kitchen Island Considerations | This Old House

From This Old House. Kevin O’Connor reveals the progress of the kitchen cabinet installation at the Lexington Modern house. Tom Silva and Kevin build a knee wall on one face of the kitchen island using leftover floorboards. Tom rips the boards down to size and adds a dado detail to mimic the look in other…

Installing Solar Panels | This Old House

From This Old House. Charlie Silva and Kevin O’Connor review why the Lexington homeowners decided on solar, then meet Christina, who is overseeing the solar panel project. Christina shows how the panels are attached on both the flat rubber and pitched shingled sections of the roof, while explaining how the system works. SUBSCRIBE to This…