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All About ICF Foundations | This Old House

Kevin O’Connor learns about ICF’s (insulated concrete forms) used for the new foundation. #ThisOldHouse #AskTOH SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Tom Silva shows Kevin O’Connor the ICF’s (insulated concrete forms) which replace traditional foundation molds. They finish up the last few forms and then pump in the concrete mix to complete the foundation. About…

How to Clean a Clogged Shower Cartridge | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey travels to New York City to teach a homeowner how to clean her shower cartridge when it gets clogged #ThisOldHouse #AskTOH SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 3-4 hours Cost: $0 Skill Level: Moderate Tools: Allen wrench [https://amzn.to/2zroqyo] Drop cloth [https://amzn.to/3da8XkF] Open end adjustable…

How to Install a Quartz Countertop | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House host Kevin O’Connor learns how quartz countertops are manufactured and then helps install one in a homeowner’s kitchen. #ThisOldHouse #AskTOH SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 1-2 weeks Cost: $1500 and up Skill Level: Expert Steps for installing quartz countertop: 1. Kevin starts by explaining how quartz countertops are manufactured:…

Solar Reflective Roof Shingles | Future House | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House home technology expert Ross Trethewey explores the design and testing of asphalt roof shingles that can reflect some of the sun’s heat away from the building. #ThisOldHouse #AskTOH SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Resources: Ross toured the Saint-Gobain R&D Facility in Massachusetts (https://www.saint-gobain.com/en). The solar reflective shingles with 20% or…
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DIY Shoe Rack | Build It | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor build a combination bench/shoe rack out of fir decking. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 4-5 hours Cost: $150 Skill Level: Moderate Tools: Miter saw [https://amzn.to/2KneNCF] Table saw [https://amzn.to/2KpFzub] Sanding block [https://amzn.to/3cBzPJN] Drill driver [https://amzn.to/2RZfZQV] Pocket hole jig [https://amzn.to/3avZLoL] Shopping List: 1x4”…

How to Install Concrete Pavers | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House mason Mark McCullough helps an expecting couple install a concrete paver patio #ThisOldHouse #AskTOH SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 12-14 hours Cost: $2500 and up, depending on size and materials Skill Level: Difficult Tools: Pickaxe [https://amzn.to/34XU69V] Shovel [https://amzn.to/2yAfANM] Compactor [https://amzn.to/3bvD4SW] Wheelbarrow [https://amzn.to/34XUntt] Rake [https://amzn.to/2xTvdzZ] Screed [https://amzn.to/3arNdyr] Level [https://amzn.to/2VRh12i] Stakes…
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How to Replace Pedestal Sink Parts | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner replace all the plumbing components in his pedestal sink. #ThisOldHouse #AskTOH SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 2-3 hours Cost: $150 Skill Level: Moderate Tools: Pliers [https://amzn.to/2REfCuI] Wrench [https://amzn.to/2xyGaqr] Utility knife [https://amzn.to/2XGMMO4] Putty knife [https://amzn.to/2VeGWSk] Hammer [https://amzn.to/3afvzOy] Basin wrench [https://amzn.to/2yYEcQq] Shopping…
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How to Clean and Prevent a Mossy Roof | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner remove moss from his roof and prevent it from growing back. #ThisOldHouse #AskTOH SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 2-3 hours Cost: $100 Skill Level: Difficult Tools: Safety harness system [https://amzn.to/2H2hhEC] Push broom [https://amzn.to/384lpQh] Hammer [https://amzn.to/31Dzi5S] Caulking gun [https://amzn.to/2OyLLlN] Garden hose [https://amzn.to/2usm27I] Rubber…

How to Upgrade to a Pressure Balanced Shower Valve | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey travels to Salt Lake City to replace a shower valve he has never seen before in his career with a conventional pressure balanced one. #ThisOldHouse #AskTOH SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 2-3 hours Cost: $200 Skill Level: Moderate Tools: Oscillating saw [https://amzn.to/39eK1X2] Pipe…
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How to Upgrade to a Smart Thermostat without Changing the Wiring | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey replaces an old thermostat with a smart thermostat without replacing the original two wires in the wall. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 2-3 hours Cost: $300 Skill Level: Difficult Tools List for Upgrading a Smart Thermostat: Drill driver [https://amzn.to/2RNofUq] Small flathead screwdriver [https://amzn.to/36N95Cy]…
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How to Safely Replace a Ceiling Light | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman clarifies the temperature rating system for ceiling lights and then installs one for a homeowner SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 2-3 hours Cost: $200 Skill Level: Expert Tools List for Replacing a Ceiling Light: Screwdriver [https://amzn.to/2tKpFWn] Pliers [https://amzn.to/2Guemod] Shopping List: Temperature-Rated ceiling light [https://amzn.to/2TQwiRF] NM-B…
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Metal Coat Rack with Jimmy DiResta | Build It | Ask This Old House

Maker Jimmy DiResta invites Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva to his shop for a welding lesson and to build a metal coat rack. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 3-4 hours Cost: $50 Skill Level: Difficult Tools List for Building a Metal Coat Rack: MIG welder [https://amzn.to/2NatRFf] Grinder [https://amzn.to/2Na5Des] Welding mask…