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Green Home
From materials and products to clever, everyday practical information, read on to learn more about green home living.
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
Yes, You Should Test for Radon—Again
Turns out it’s still a threat. Here’s what to do
10 Summer Fixes
Easy ways to improve your home during the summer
How to Get Rid of Mold
Tips to help you clean up smartly and safely
How to Get Rid of Germs
Want to learn how to trap and zap germs this flu season? We asked Dr. Amy E. Kirby, a public health expert at Emory University, to translate the latest research into practical tips that can keep germs at bay, and put your mind at ease
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
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
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
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
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
100-Year-Old Cottage, 21st Century Remodel
How one family is turning their 1910 house into an energy- and resource-saving pilot project
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
72 Easy Upgrades for a Healthier Home
Our room-by-room guide will have you breathing easier in no time
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
Health-Conscious Kitchen Cabinets
Why a pediatrician mom chose nontoxic kitchen cabinets for her young family's vintage home