Green Home
From materials and products to clever, everyday practical information, read on to learn more about green home living.
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Jamestown Net-Zero House: Little Green Giant
Traditional architectural details and a more open floor plan combine with the latest energy-saving—and energy-producing—technologies at a new This Old House TV project
Brookline Asbestos Detective
Tom Silva and a hazmat expert put their heads together before work begins
Best Air Purifiers to Get You Through Allergy Season
Some people love the warm weather that comes with spring. But allergy sufferers dread this time of year. Here are a few doctor-approved home air purifiers to help you through the season
10 Summer Fixes
Easy ways to improve your home during the summer
19 Easy Home Upgrades for April
Simple ways to improve your home this month
How to Safely Get Rid of Unwanted Household Items
How to toss or recycle household materials in need of special treatment. Note: Be sure to check your local laws before proceeding
S14 E4: Home Energy Special
Richard and Kevin investigate Germany’s energy efficiency. Kevin and Ross head to Texas to install a residential wind turbine in Texas.
14 Fast Fall Fixes
Service smoke alarms, drain the water heater, fertilize the lawn, drain and store hoses, PLUS other things you've got to get done before cold weather kicks in for good.
Moving In After Mold
This summer's flooding has destroyed thousands of houses, from Indiana to Texas. The rebuilding process starts with mold remediation
What's Inside Your Glade Fragrance Plug-in?
It's hard to make "scents" out of the recent Glade fragrance-ingredient disclosures
Is There Hidden Mold in Your Home?
A new documentary shows the prevalence and dangers of mold toxins in our living spaces
Cleaning Tips for Tricky Spots
Address the annoyingly tough-to-reach places with these smart strategies
How to Install an Electronic Air Cleaner
Improving indoor air quality with This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey
How to Clean Up Attic Mold
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows a professional approach to eliminating dangerous fungus outbreaks in the home
Get Rid of Bad Smells the Safe Way
Try these expert green-cleaning tips for healthier ways to get rid of common odors.
Little Ways to Save Big on Your Heating Bill
Installing a programmable thermostat is only one step in making your home more energy efficient
Upgrades That Slash Energy Costs
Once drafty and underinsulated, a New England house gets a state-of-the-art efficiency makeover
10 Ways to Reuse Old Coffee Grounds
Stash your used coffee grounds for these clever household projects.
How to Handle Household Products Safely
Learn the best way to reduce your use of certain household products, as well as the proper way to dispose of those you no longer need
Surprising Sources of Radiation in Household Items
Many of us are unknowingly exposed to radioactive things everyday, here are 9 household materials and products that could be emitting low levels of radiation.
How to Choose an Eco-Friendly Lawn Mower
This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook discusses options and features of non-gasoline-powered mowers.
How to Install a Green Roof
Cut energy bills and reduce the strain on the environment with a roof covered in sedums
Surprise Spring Cleaners
Vinegar and baking soda aren't the only alternative household cleaners you can find in your pantry to fight against dirt
9 Clean-Air Plants for Your Home
Learn about everyday houseplants that do double duty clearing out pollutants in your indoor air.
15 Ways Your Home Can Make You Infertile
Doctors can't explain what's wrong for about 10 percent of couples who can't conceive, and some experts suspect the culprit is where you'd least expect: in the home
Cleaning Up Lead, Asbestos, and Other Hazards
When an inspection revealed a handful of household hazards, the owners of this TOH TV project house tackled the cleanup for a healthier home
13 Ways to Allergy-Proof Your Home
Here’s how to root out the invisible irritants that turn your home into a sick house and banish them for good.
Small Efforts Get Renovation 5-Star Green Rating
By adding together all the little ways a renovation can consider eco-friendliness and energy savings, one modest bungalow earned top honors from the country's oldest green building program
5 of the Best Nontoxic Cleaners You Aren't Using
From wine to grease stains, use these simple and nontoxic household cleaning solutions that are likely in your kitchen pantry.
Better Score for Energy Use
A new evaluation tool looks at more than just green building materials when deciding if a house is energy efficient
EPA's New WaterSense Labeling
Water-efficiency specifications for new homes have finally arrived from the EPA
How to Flu-Proof Your Home
Show winter illnesses the door by keeping the house as germ-free as can be. This Old House has some time-honored tips for making your house a healthy home