Natural Disaster Videos
These This Old House videos showcase all of our natural disaster projects, how-tos, and designs.
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How To Wire a Portable Generator
Ask This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman explains a few different methods for hooking up a portable generator to a house.
How to Safeguard Your House from Wildfires
Learn how to make your home more resistant to wildfires with This Old House host Kevin O'Connor and fire expert Dan Gorham.
How To Retrofit a Home for Earthquakes and When To Hire Pros
Read our step-by-step guide on how to retrofit a home for earthquakes so that you can be prepared for this natural disaster. We cover costs, potential savings and more.
How To Install Whole House Lightning Protection
This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook travels to central Florida to install a lightning protection system.
Understanding the Dangers of Home Fires
Watch as Ask This Old House host Kevin O’Connor visits Underwriters Laboratories to see first-hand how dangerous fires can be.
How To Build a Storm Shelter to Stay Safe During Disaster
Worried about staying safe at home during storms? Learn all the ins and outs of building a storm shelter with our in-depth guide.
Disaster Supply Kit: How to Prepare for Severe Weather
Learn how to prepare yourself, your family, and your home for severe weather with our storm survival kit and preparedness checklist.
How To Choose Hurricane Window Protection for Your Home
Hurricane window protection can protect your home and loved ones from storm surge, high winds, and heavy rainfall. Learn more in our guide.
How to Stop Your Basement From Flooding
Afraid of water in the basement? Avoid a flooding disaster with damage-prevention specialist Michael Milligan.