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This Old House
E17 | First Period Gambrel | Prep-Work
Season 44
Episode 17
Excavation has begun for the foundation for the two-story addition off the opposite side of the ell. A post and beam system supports the house so the existing foundation can be removed to open the old basement up to the new. A plan is devised to raise the timber frame in the ell. An old cistern uncovered under the ell is examined. Drainage issues are addressed. A book from 1826 found during demo.
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Tom, Charlie, and Kevin rebuild the back deck with tongue-and-groove_boards.
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HVAC subs are here to re-duct the house and make the system more efficient.
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Aluminum siding removal; Visit to a recycling center; Installing a steel beam.