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S18 E23: Mantel, Too Many Light Switches
Richard tests a faucet, and Mark installs a mantel. Ross and Mauro discuss why and how to remove cigarette smell from a home. Then, Heath connects four separate switches that control six lights in the same room.
S41 E23: Window on Restoration
In this episode, the original leaded glass windows are repaired, and Jenn and Fred plant a bed of perennials along the new driveway. Mini splits solve a ductwork problem, and homeowner Molly and her designer Shelby make design decisions. Then, Tom tackles tricky original trim.
How To Install a Mantel on a Stone Fireplace
Ask This Old House mason Mark McCullough travels to Chicago to install a wood mantel on a homeowner’s 1980s contemporary fireplace.
Understanding the Dangers of Thirdhand Smoke
Ask This Old House home technology expert Ross Trethewey and painter Mauro Henrique discuss how to remove a cigarette smell from a home and why it is important to do so.
How To Wirelessly Connect Multiple Light Switches in Your Home
Ask This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman helps a homeowner connect four separate switches to control six lights in the same room.
Best Home Warranty Companies in Georgia
Living without air conditioning in the middle of a Georgia summer can throw a wrench in your day. Fortunately, a home warranty can help. Keep reading for the best home warranty companies in Georgia.
Best Home Warranty Companies in Nevada
When your dishwasher breaks or your garage door stops working, a home warranty can protect against the high costs of repairs and replacements on major systems and appliances. Read on to learn about the best home warranty companies in Nevada.
Best Home Warranty Companies in Oregon
An Oregon home warranty can save homeowners time and money when a major system or appliance breaks down. Read on for the top home warranty companies in the state.
Best Home Warranty Companies in Iowa
A home warranty can save you hundreds of dollars on expensive repair and replacement costs for systems and appliances that have broken down. If you’re looking for home warranty coverage in Iowa, keep reading for our top recommendations and tips for choosing the best home protection plan.
Best Home Warranty Companies in Virginia
A Virginia home warranty can protect major home systems and appliances when they break down or fail due to normal wear and tear. Keep reading for our top home warranty picks for Virginia residents.
Best Home Warranty Companies in Indiana
An Indiana home warranty can provide coverage for major appliances and home systems that break down due to normal wear and tear. See our top home warranty provider picks below.
Best Portable Generators
Generators keep you prepared for at-home power outages as well as outdoor camping trips. This review examines the best portable generators.
How To Anchor Hardscaping With Plants | This Old House: Live
Watch as Ask This Old House landscape contractor Jenn Nawada helps out a friend with some plantings that work well with a brick walkway.
Summer Lawn Care Tips
Wondering how to care for your lawn in the summer? We have all the top tips to keep your lawn lush in the hot summer months.
How to Get Rid of Creeping Charlie
Creeping Charlie is a pernicious weed you don’t want in your lawn. We’ll show you how to get rid of it.
Best Home Warranty Companies in California
Keep reading to learn about which home protection plan provides the right coverage for you and your home in the state of California.
Best Home Warranty Companies in Texas
Investing in a home warranty can help protect the appliances and systems you use everyday. Keep reading to learn about the best home warranty companies in Texas.
Best Home Warranty Companies in Florida
If you live in Florida and want extra protection for your home systems and appliances, consider investing in a home warranty. In this article, we’ll discuss the top five home warranty companies in Florida and help you pick a home protection plan that gives you peace of mind.
Best Home Warranty Companies in Arkansas
Replacing home systems and appliances can be time-consuming, costly, and stressful for Arkansas homeowners. Instead of waiting for an item to fail or break down due to everyday wear and tear, consider investing in a home warranty plan. Keep reading for the best home warranty companies in Arkansas.
Best Home Warranty Companies in Arizona
An Arizona home warranty can be useful when appliances or systems in your home need to be repaired or replaced. Keep reading to learn about the best home warranty companies in Arizona.
Best Home Warranty Companies in Wisconsin
Read this breakdown of the best home warranty companies in Wisconsin as the first step to protecting your home’s systems and appliances.
Best Home Warranty Companies in Colorado
A home warranty can protect your major home systems and appliances when they break down due to normal wear and tear. Read on for the best home warranty companies in Colorado.
AHW Home Warranty Review
Read our AHW Home Warranty review to learn about its coverage and pricing and why we recommend other top-rated home warranty providers in the industry.
How to Restore a Lawn Full of Weeds
Read our handy guide on how to restore a weedy, patchy lawn to its former glory.
First American Home Warranty Review
First American is one of the top home warranty providers in the industry. Read this First American Home Warranty review to determine if it’s right for you.