This Old House
How to Give Your House a Yearly DIY Inspection
Fall is an excellent time to give your house its annual physical—before winter's harsh weather arrives.
How to Repair a Broken Wooden Stair Tread
A cracked or broken stair tread can lead to someone tripping and falling. This Old House general contractor Tom Silva reveals his quick fix for cracked wooden steps.
How to Add Headroom to a Stairway
In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva corrects a heading-bumping staircase.
How to Repair a Baluster
In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva mends a busted baluster.
How to Install a Stair Handrail
In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva installs a staircase handrail.
How to Get Rid of Ice Dams
Icicles may be pretty but they can tear off gutters, loosen shingles, and cause water to back up into your house. Learn these fast fixes for ice dam removal, long term repair, and prevention tips.
Insider Q&A with Ross Trethewey (January 6, 2022 at 2 PM ET)
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How to Replace a Skylight
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva installs a new skylight into an existing roof opening