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How to Rotate a Toilet | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner rotate a toilet to a more sensible orientation. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 2 hours Skill Level: Moderate Tools: Wrench Latex Gloves Plastic Putty Knife Drill with masonry bit Screwdriver Mini-hacksaw Shopping List: 14” Rough-In Toilet Flange Repair Kit Wax…

How to Install Interior Window Trim | Ask This Old House

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva installs interior window trim using hand tools. (See below for a shopping list, tools, and steps.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Shopping List for Installing Interior Window Trim: - 1x4 primed pine, used to make window trim - 120-grit sandpaper, for smoothing the window stool - 2-inch…
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How to Add an Overflow to a Bathtub | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House heating and plumbing expert Richard Trethewey removes an old bathtub spout and installs an overflow for safety. (See below for a shopping list, tools, and steps.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Shopping List for How to Add an Overflow to a Bathtub: - Bath waste and overflow toe-touch kit -…
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How to Diagnose and Repair a Leaking Water Heater | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey finds a solution for a water heater that recently started leaking. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 3-4 hours Cost: $100 Skill Level: Moderate Tools List for Repairing a Leaky Water Heater: Bucket Flathead screwdriver Pipe cutter Shopping List: Expansion tank certified for potable…

How to Shorten a Gas Pipe to Fit an Oven | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shortens a gas pipe for a homeowner whose new stove does not fit against the wall because it is getting stuck on the pipe. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 2-3 hours Cost: $50 Skill Level: Expert – for professionals only Tools List for…

How to Install a Dry Well for a Sump Pump | This Old House

This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shares a permanent way to collect and disperse sump-pump water. (See below for a shopping list and tools.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Shopping List for How to Install a Dry Well for a Sump Pump: - 1 1/2-inch-diameter Schedule 40 PVC pipe - PVC elbow and…
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How to Install a Whole-House Fan | This Old House

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows a quick and clever way to keep a home cool. (See below for a shopping list and tools.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Tom helped a homeowner reduce his air-conditioning costs by installing a whole-house fan. Mounted in the floor of the attic, the fan pushes…
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How to Install a Water Saving Toilet | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey replaces an old toilet with a "Water Sense" solution. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 2 hours Cost: $250 Skill Level: Moderate Tools List for Installing a Water Saving Toilet: Open ended adjustable wrench Putty knife Mini hacksaw Shopping List: Dual-flush toilet Bucket Sponge…

How to Install Home Solar Storage | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey learns how to add storage to an existing photovoltaic array. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 1 day Cost: Varies based on system size Skill Level: Professional Tools List: Drill/driver PVC pipe cutter Philips screwdriver Wire strippers Shopping List: AC Battery Electrical Conduit 12…
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How to Level a Concrete Floor | This Old House

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to resurface an uneven concrete slab. (See below for a shopping list and tools.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Shopping List for Leveling a Concrete Floor: - 2x4s [https://amzn.to/2PSmBOu], for use as leveling rails - shims [https://amzn.to/300o4qG] - construction adhesive [https://amzn.to/2vNl0Ar] - masonry nails [https://amzn.to/2vPDPms]…

How to Install a Storm Door with a Dog Door | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner install a storm door with her active dog in mind. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 1-2 hours Cost: $250 Skill Level: Moderate Tools List for Installing a Storm Door with a Dog Door: Drill/Driver Caulking Gun 1/8” drill bit 3/8” drill bit…

How to Install a Whole-House Ductless System | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows a style of ductless heat pump that can be used to heat and cool an entire house. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 1-2 days Cost: $10,000 and Up Skill Level: Professional Steps: 1. Installing a whole house heat pump is best left…