Basement Installation
Read through step-by-step tutorials to help you prepare for any installation pertaining to your basement.
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Heat Pump Water Heater for Cold Climates
While solar energy’s most common use might be turning the sun’s rays into usable electricity, that’s not its only use. We’re also able to heat things like a home’s water or a pool with this energy, reducing utility costs compared to traditional methods. Technology now exists to combine solar thermal with a heat pump to heat a home’s water, using passive energy for more than just electricity.
How to Replace a Window Well
Window wells take a beating. They’re always exposed to the elements, are half-buried in the ground, and may even be affected by shifting, moving foundations. Over time, they can rust or warp and may even become detached from the home. When our homeowner wanted to spruce up her window wells, she called mason Mark McCullough for some help.
How to Install a Sump Pump
There are a lot of reasons why a basement might take on water. Groundwater can seep in under the floor, downspouts could be positioned too close to the home. When a homeowner wanted to finish the basement for his daughter’s play area, he had to get to the bottom of the moisture problem first, and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey knew a sump pump would solve it.
How To Build a Basement Bar
A basement bar might be the perfect addition to your home. Here’s what to keep in mind when planning your subterranean entertaining oasis.
How To Insulate Your Basement
From preparation to installation, This Old House's Tom Silva shows how to insulate your basement.
