Insulating and Soundproofing the Attic
Bob talks with Anderson Insulation about attic space that’s being converted into a teenager’s room and about products that will control the noise as well as heat and energy loss.
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Building a Redwood Deck and a Redwood-and-Cedar Fence
Bob helps carpenter Bob Ryley build a redwood deck. Carpenter Danny Ruffini installs a custom-made redwood-and-cedar fence on the perimeter.
Stripping Paint to Reveal Original Detailing
Bob meets with a paint-stripping expert and observes an environmentally safe paint-removal system.
Reviewing the High-Efficiency HVAC System
Bob reviews the heating and air conditioning equipment that will bring the Shingle Style house into its second century.
Reviewing the Boiler Pipes and Bathroom In-Floor Radiant Heat
Bob and plumbing and heating contractor Frank Iadarola review the air handler and bathroom in-floor radiant heat.
Installing Electrical Wiring in an Old Home
Bob meets up with electrician Barry Driscoll, who is wiring a third-floor subpanel. An electrical inspector reviews it for adequate size and proper location.
Installing Wood Shingle Siding
Bob works with contractor Bob Ryley and carpenter Chris Clark installing new wood-shingle siding.
Touring the Home Exterior
Bob and architect Gregory Rochlin tour the exterior of Bob’s 100-year-old Shingle Style home in Cambridge, MA.
Touring the Home Interior
Bob and architect Gregory Rochlin tour the interior of Bob’s 100-year-old Shingle Style home in Cambridge, MA.
Taking an Architectural Tour of Harvard Square
Bob explores Harvard Square with architectural historian Brian Pfeiffer, who highlights three centuries of architecture in Cambridge, MA.