How to Install a Solar-Powered Water Heater | This Old House

Harnessing the sun's power with This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey and plumbing and heating contractor Bob Dudley. (See below for a shopping list and tools.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Tools List for Installing a Solar-Powered Water Heater [TOOL_IMAGE 1 {Tubing cutter}] [TOOL_IMAGE 2 {Roofing spade}] [TOOL_IMAGE 3 {Reciprocating saw}]…

The Story Behind Antique Bath Fixtures | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House plumbing expert Richard Trethewey gives a history lesson on bath fixtures and piping. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Steps: 1. Richard explains the current system most homeowners have in their bathrooms. It’s a bath, waste and overflow system. There is a drain which includes a stopper, activated by either a…

How to Quiet Heating Pipes | This Old House

In this video, This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey takes the racket out of noisy heating pipes. (See below for a shopping list and tools.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Shopping List for How to Quiet Heating Pipes: - plastic 'Mickey' pipe clips, used to isolate hot-water pipes from surrounding surfaces…

How to Build a High-Tunnel Greenhouse | Ask This Old House

Roger Cook helps a homeowner build a simple, affordable backyard greenhouse. (See the shopping list, tools, and steps below.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Shopping List for How to Build a High-Tunnel Greenhouse: - 1-inch-diameter PVC pipe [https://amzn.to/31pKO4k], to create frame of high tunnel - 1 1/4-inch-diameter PVC pipe and reducer coupling [https://amzn.to/2IBbsyn], to…

How a Heat Pump Works | This Old House

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey instructs Kevin O’Connor on the basic principles of how a heat pump works. #ThisOldHouse #AskTOH SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse The heart of the heating and cooling system will be a heat pump. This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey uses a mock…

How to Install the Plumbing for a Kitchen Sink | This Old House

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to plumb a double-bowl sink. (See below for a shopping list and tools.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Shopping List for Installing the Plumbing for a Kitchen Sink: - kitchen-sink faucet - copper pipe and shut-off valves - brass pipe - plumber's putty…

How to Install a Towel Warmer | This Old House

This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey installs a combination towel warmer/radiator. (See below for a shopping list and tools.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Shopping List for How to Install a Towel Warmer: - hydronic towel warmer - chrome nipples with shut-off valves - _-inch copper pipe and assorted fittings -…

How to Install a Drain Pump for a Basement Sink | This Old House

Draining water from below-grade plumbing with This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey. (See below for a shopping list and tools.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Shopping List for Installing a Drain Pump for a Basement Sink: - laundry tray pump - plumber's putty - teflon tape - PVC pipe and assorted…

How to Use a Speed Square | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates the amazing versatility of the humble rafter square. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Shopping List for How to Use a Speed Square: - PVC baluster [https://amzn.to/2XESZXU], used to make Speed Square holder - 3/4-inch plywood strip [https://amzn.to/31lwFoJ], for reinforcing PVC baluster - Short screws [https://amzn.to/2MHO7R3]…
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How to Seal Leaky Ductwork | Ask This Old House

Richard Trethewey shows an innovative new way to seal ducts from the inside. (See below for steps.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Richard uses a new technology to seal ducts from the inside. Steps for How to Seal Leaky Ductwork: 1. Remove the grilles from all of the supply and return registers. 2. Plug…
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How to Repair a Shower Anti-Scald Pressure Balancer | This Old House

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey solves the mystery of hot water from the cold-water faucet. (See below for a shopping list and tools.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Shopping List: - pressure balancer Tools for How to Repair a Shower Anti-Scald Pressure Balancer: - screwdriver - needle-nose pliers About This…

How to Install a Forced-Air Bypass Damper | This Old House

Plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey quiets a whistling heating duct. (See below for a shopping list and tools.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Shopping List for How to Install a Forced-Air Bypass Damper: - Bypass damper, used to quiet a noisy duct - Start collars, for attaching bypass damper to existing duct Tools…