How to Install a Dual-Flush Toilet | This Old House

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to install a new water-saving toilet. (See below for a shopping list and tools.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Shopping for How to Install a Dual-Flush Toilet: - dual-flush toilet, water-saving model to replace old toilet - wax toilet seal, used to seal…

How to Install a Water Filter Under the Sink | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey travels to Los Angeles to update a water filter to preserve the look of a retro faucet. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 1 hour Cost: $250 Skill Level: Beginner Tools List for Installing a Water Filter: Wrench [https://amzn.to/2GU675A] Bucket [https://amzn.to/2UTm8fM] Shopping List: Water…
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How to Replace a Vinyl Floor with Ceramic Tile | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner replace the peeling, vinyl floor in his bathroom with a ceramic tile floor SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 2 days Cost: $200 Skill Level: Moderate Tools List for Replacing a Vinyl Floor with Ceramic Tile: Open ended adjustable wrench [https://amzn.to/2PTcMUd] Utility knife…

How to Install a Pellet Stove | This Old House

Adding a supplementary, efficient heat source with This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey and stove installer Rob Dardano. (See below for a shopping list and tools.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Shopping List for Installing a Pellet Stove: pellet stove [https://amzn.to/34EXOVg] fireproof floor pad [https://amzn.to/2ZXXceL] pellet vent pipe [https://amzn.to/34C12IZ] interior and…
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How to Add a New Dishwasher to a Kitchen | This Old House

Hooking up a new appliance 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 Adding a New Dishwasher to a Kitchen: new dishwasher [https://amzn.to/34sIHxT] three-way shut-off valve [https://amzn.to/2ZLlloR] stainless steel braided hose [https://amzn.to/2UBM3dr] dishwasher tailpiece [https://amzn.to/2N0dVHr] teflon…

How to Restore Terrazzo Floors | Ask This Old House

This Old House host Kevin O'Connor heads to Del Ray Beach, Florida, to restore terrazzo floors. (See below for a shopping list, tools, and steps.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Shopping List for Restoring Terrazzo Floors: - Assorted diamond disks, ranging from 30- to 3,500-grit, for use with floor-grinding machine - Polyester stone adhesive…
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How to Quiet Noisy Baseboard Heat | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner diagnose and solve a baseboard hot water system that makes noise. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Richard found the origin of the noise coming from forced hot water return pipe. The original installer didn't account for the expansion and contraction so…

Common Water Heater Myths Answered | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shares some advice on maintaining water heaters SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse   Richard explains that most tank-type water heaters last for about 8-12 years. However, by changing the anode rod every 2 years, you can make the hot water tank last for as…

How to Install a Whole-House Water Filter | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey improves the taste and odor of municipal drinking water with a whole house filtration system that includes a sediment filter and a granulated activated carbon filter. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 2-3 hours Cost: $1,000 Skill Level: Moderate Tools List: Tubing Cutter Fitting…

How to Repair a Three Handle Shower Valve | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey repairs and replaces a leaking shower valve. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Time: 3-4 hours Cost: $80 Skill Level: Moderate Tools List for Repairing a Three Handle Shower Valve: Screwdriver [https://amzn.to/2n1Bvrg] Slip joint pliers [https://amzn.to/2mZ1Hmu] Tub sockets [https://amzn.to/2lprx2J] Adjustable open ended wrench [https://amzn.to/2lQS9df] Shopping…
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How to Retrofit a Home for Accessibility | Ask This Old House

This Old House host Kevin O’Connor and Rick Castino from Operation Independence remodel a home for a wheelchair-enabled homeowner. (See below for steps.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Steps for How to Retrofit a Home for Accessibility: 1. Meet with the homeowner and his or her physical therapist to determine which rooms need to…