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Southern & Sovereign Pest Control Review
Southern & Sovereign Pest Control are two separate pest control companies under the same banner, offering extensive pest control services in a limited service area of five states. Keep reading this review to learn about services and pricing, and determine if Southern & Sovereign Pest Control is right for you and your home.
Can You Bug Bomb One Room and Stay in the House?
Our guide to bug bombs explains what a bug bomb is, safety precautions to take when deploying the device, and if you need to vacate your house while the bug bomb is working.
Best Solar Companies
In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team explores the seven best solar companies and helps you select a provider that fits your energy needs.
Metabo HPT: A Powerful, Versatile Compact Miter Saw
The Metabo HPT 7-¼" Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw boasts impressive features and runtime, but it didn’t get all high marks in our testing. Read our in-depth review on the Metabo HPT Miter Saw to see how its features, specs, and pricing stack up.
Introducing Tool Lab: Get Detailed Reviews of the Latest Tools
Eager to learn about the latest tools? Tool Lab is a video series that features unbiased reviews and objective tests of new and noteworthy tools.
Take a Look Inside the 2021 Idea House: The Rustic Modern Barnhouse
Dramatic clean lines, natural materials, and large expanses of glass define the first This Old House Idea House of 2021.
The Best Cooling Mattress to Ward Off Night Sweats
If your mattress isn’t doing you any favors when it comes to cooling you off, it can lead to high electricity bills from constantly running your AC. The solution? Get a cooling mattress. Finding the best cooling mattress may be one of the greatest long-term investments you make, both in the comfort and quality of your sleep and in your home energy use.
Plan Your Next Remodel Like a Pro: Cut Costs, Not Corners
Thinking about starting a remodel project? Read the This Old House guide to remodeling to ensure that you cut costs, not corners.
S42 E15: Tommy in the Kitchen
Work happens in the kitchen. Kevin and Tom tackle the molding, and the pantry gets a secret door. Countertops, backsplash, and tile are installed, and a new wood mantle goes around the gas fireplace.
How To Build a Modern Slatted Bench
Read our DIY guide to craft a custom slatted bench to add stylish and functional decor to your living area or yard.
S19 E15: Automated Landscape, Modern Bench
Ross explores ways that landscaping could be done automatically; Mark goes over different walkway and driveway deicers and how they might impact masonry products; Tom and Kevin build a modern bench.
Future House | Automated Landscaping Technology
Take a back seat to yard work with advanced technology. Check out our guide to learn about new solutions to help you to mow, water, and weed.
The Best Ice Melt for Driveways
Mason Mark McCullough gives a basic overview of a few different ways to de-ice walkways and driveways during the winter, and how those deicers impact different types of masonry.
How To Get Rid of a Musty Smell in Your Basement
If musty odors are lurking in your basement, use our guide to eliminate those funky smells from your below-grade spaces for good.
How to Insulate an Attic Door
Your attic is insulated, but the access hatch probably isn’t. Here are a few ways to insulate it to save money and energy.
Automatic Backup Power at the Seaside Victorian Cottage
At the This Old House Seaside Victorian Cottage, editor Chris Ermides meets up with electrician Ben Giles of South Shore Electrical to discuss everything you need to know about how to find the right home standby generator for your needs, and why placement matters.
Second Nature Air Filter Review
Clogged air filters can lead to HVAC issues and cause respiratory problems if they aren’t replaced. Second Nature sends customers high-quality air filters of all different sizes as part of a convenient subscription service. Read our review to learn more.
Best Air Filter Subscription Services
To simplify the process of replacing your air filters, read on to discover the best air filter subscription delivery services with top satisfaction guarantees, filter varieties, and shipping options.
This Old House Announces Upgrade of “This Old House Magazine” to More Premium, Quarterly Publication
Premiere Print Issue in Homes Starting February 16th.
Saving a Triple Decker with Family History
This Old House tackles the renovation of a fire-damaged "triple-decker" in Dorchester, MA.
S42 E14: Cold Weather Landscape
Trees and sod arrive at the house. The deck hatch is installed, and inside, a Wifi lock and new rangehood are placed.
How to Install Precast Concrete Steps
Mason Mark McCullough helps a homeowner remove his crumbling stone steps. Then, he tours a factory to learn how precast concrete steps are made and helps install a set at the homeowner’s house.
How To Refinish a Wood Table with Paint
Want to breathe new life into old wooden furniture? Check out this step-by-step guide and video on how to refinish a table using paint.
How to Replace a Lamppost
Master electrician, Heath Eastman helps a homeowner replace his front lamppost with some hilarious code violations with a new post.
S19 E14: Precast Concrete, New Lamppost
Watch as Mark installs precast concrete steps, Mauro paints a table, and Heath installs a new lamppost.
