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5 Best Fire Pits (2025)
Fire pits add atmosphere and warmth to your backyard. In this review, the This Old House Team researched the four best fire pits on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
Spring Cleaning Checklist
Get your patio spring-ready with these essential tips to refresh your outdoor space for the warmer months ahead.
ICONIC SERIES THIS OLD HOUSE COMES TO PUBLIC RADIO WITH NEW WEEKLY SHOW
Offering Fresh Take on Acclaimed TV Franchise, This Old House Radio Hour, Distributed by APM, to Premiere in March on Radio Nationwide and as a Weekly Podcast
TOH Wants to Showcase ADU Projects in the Boston Area
If you're building or renovating an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in the Boston area and want to be considered for an upcoming season of This Old House, please complete our submission form.
Best Garbage Disposals
Garbage disposals prevent clogs in kitchen sinks by grinding food into small pieces and disposing of them. Here are some of the top garbage disposals on the market.
E11: New Year Storage Checklist
Watch as This Old House DIY expert Jenn Largesse shares a New Year’s checklist and discusses which storage products you should have in your home to effectively organize and store your holiday decorations.
The 5 Best Grow Lights (2024 Review)
Grow lights are a useful option for gardeners who don’t have the space or climate to grow plants in natural sunlight. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best grow lights on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at various retail stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
Best Drills (2024 Guide)
In this review, our team evaluates the best drills on the market. We look at cordless, corded, heavy-duty, light-duty, and all-around models.
Best Portable Carpet Cleaners (2024 Guide)
Clean carpets are a hallmark of all tidy and organized homes. Discover our top recommendations for the latest, best portable carpet cleaners.
Best Tool Sets of 2024 (Our Top Picks)
Whether you’re hanging a picture frame in your new home, planting flowers for the spring season, or working on your car, these tool kits will help make your life easier. Keep reading to learn about the best tool sets available on Amazon and your local home center.
The 5 Best LED Strip Lights (2024 Review)
Strip lights can upgrade the look of any room or space. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best LED strip lights on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
How to Choose a Smart Doorbell
Looking to buy a new smart doorbell for your home? In our guide and video, we share everything you need to know about these smart devices.
E10: Holiday Gift Giving Checklist
In this seasonal checklist video, This Old House DIY expert Jenn Largesse shares a gift-giving checklist for those who want to surprise friends and family with presents during the holiday season.
E9: Holiday Home Prep Checklist
With the holidays approaching, This Old House DIY expert Jenn Largesse shows how to start the season early with tips for holiday home prep designed to make this time of year stress-free.
How to Get Rid of Ice Dams
Ice dams can wreck your gutters and roofing and cause interior water damage. Learn how to stop and prevent ice dams from our experts.
How to Build a Retaining Wall in Five Simple to Follow Steps
Watch as This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook uses manufactured concrete blocks to create an attractive retaining wall.
How to Make Decorative Marquee Letters in 11 Simple Steps
Maker Jimmy DiResta and Kevin O’Connor made these channel letters on an episode of Ask This Old House.
How to Replace a Whole-House Plumbing Trap
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows tools and techniques for fixing corroded cast-iron pipe.
How To Repair a Shower Anti-Scald Pressure Balancer
Dealing with changing shower temperatures? Read our guide to fix your anti-scald pressure balancer and restore consistent water temperature.
Season 46 of “This Old House” and Season 23 of “Ask This Old House” to debut on Sept. 30 on The Roku Channel
Roku, America’s #1 TV streaming platform*, announced the premieres of season 46 of “This Old House” and season 23 of “Ask This Old House.”
How to Replace a Smelly Dishwasher Drain Hose
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey comes up smelling sweet by installing a new discharge hose.
How To Fix a Wobbly Toilet
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner diagnose and repair a wobbly toilet.
How To Grow Tropical Plants Indoors
Learn how to cultivate tropical plants indoors with our guide on plant selection, proper potting techniques, and maintaining optimal conditions.
How to Repair a Water Softener
Learn how to renew an old water softener with This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey in this helpful video.
All About Prefinished Wood Floors
Prefinished wood floors are easy to install, provide durability, and have a stylish look. Here's how to determine which type is best for you.
