The two primary suites, to accommodate multigenerational living in the 1887 Victorian home, are taking shape, and the first-floor foyer is opened up, highlighting the new wide staircase, which was prefabricated offsite and installed in just a few hours.
Tom Silva visits the local mill shop where the stairs were fabricated and gets a tour of the process from shop owner Nick Veenstra.
Meanwhile, homeowner Jason and his parents are adding curb appeal to the house by installing a new brick walkway. Jenn Nawada lends a hand before speaking with paver expert Doug Rose to learn about different types of pavers and how they are used.
On the interior, fire, mold, and mildew-resistant wood fiber insulation is used in the walls. Builder Zack Dettmore demonstrates its fire-resistant property and walks through the application process.
In the basement, HVAC contractor Chris Wisniewski explains the difference between a heat recovery ventilator (HRV) and an energy recovery ventilator (ERV) and why he chose to use an HRV in this project.
Kevin O’Connor meets up with architect Dan Kopec at a local millwork supplier to talk about period trim details and the rules of classical architecture that guide scale and profile choices.
Original Air Date: May 9, 2024, Season 45; Ep. 23 23:42
Products and Services from this Episode
- Framing contractor: Hudson Valley Artisans
- Stair factory side trip: Glen Rock Stair Corporation
- Brick paver manufacturer: Pine Hall Brick
- General contractor: Dettmore Home Improvements
- Insulation manufacturer: TimberHP
- HVAC contractor: Integrate Comfort Systems
- Heat pump manufacturer: Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC
- Millwork supplier side trip: Kuiken Brothers
- Architectural design assistance: Daniel Kopec Architectural Design
