This Old House - AskTOH: Texas Plants, New Window
Essex 2012/13 | Cottage Style
We're digging for energy: geothermal bore holes are filled and grouted. General Contractor Tom Silva shows how to weave shingles around a corner for a cottage look, and master carpenter Norm Abram helps him mill and install custom PVC window trim with standard stock from the home center.
Air date: 02/14/2013
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Essex | Rustic Plaster, Advanced Septic
Drywall installer Brian Jones shows how he uses a panel lift to install ceilings singlehandedly. Rustic plaster and old beams complete the Old World look of the walls. Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey surveys what's new in the world of septic systems, and installs a self-contained...
Air date: 02/28/2013
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Essex | Standing-Seam Roof, Lighting Rods
Host Kevin O'Connor and landscape contractor Roger Cook dig for clams, then head to finish up the barrier-free walk that leads to the house using both granite and bluestone, but no steps. The standing-seam metal roof goes on, and Richard's creative ducting and plumbing will minimize the number of...
Air date: 02/21/2013
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Essex | Water Feature and Geothermal
Lots of groundwork today, as landscape contractor Roger Cook helps aquatic systems specialist Yorgos Gregory revive a neglected water feature, and drilling expert Roger Skillings is drilling for both a new water well and for geothermal wells. Master electrician Allen Gallant shows host Kevin O'...
Air date: 02/07/2013
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Ask TOH | Heat Pump, LEDs, Houseplants
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey and host Kevin O'Connor install a ductless heat pump to heat and cool a room. Richard, Kevin, landscape contractor Roger Cook, and general contractor Tom Silva ask "What Is It?" Master electrician Scott Caron demonstrates new technologies and...
Air date: 02/21/2013
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