Home Safety Videos
These This Old House videos showcase all of our home safety projects, how-tos, and designs.
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How Asbestos Is Abated
At the Glen Ridge, NJ house, the existing asbestos siding is being removed, and asbestos remediator Edwin Precilla discusses how he keeps the site and his workers safe during the process with Kevin O’Connor.
Understanding Radon Testing
Host Kevin O’Connor talks about radon testing, safe levels, and mitigation with home technology expert Ross Trethewey.
Understanding Asbestos Safety
Host Kevin O‘Connor meets with environmental contractor Ron Peik to talk about asbestos, when it’s dangerous, and the steps required to identify and remove it.
Understanding Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman teaches host Kevin O’Connor everything he needs to know about these fire safety devices.
A Simple Guide to Using Table Saws Safely and Effectively
General contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O’Connor the features and techniques required to stay safe when using a table saw.
Understanding IAQ Testing
Home technology expert Ross Trethewey teaches host Kevin O’Connor what he needs to know about indoor air quality testing.
How To Babyproof Your Home To Keep Young Children Safe
Nathan Gilbert, Mauro Henrique, and Heath Eastman help you prepare your home for your baby’s future, keeping them safe from serious hazards.
How to Make a DIY Air Filter You Can Use in Your Home
In this video and guide, we'll walk through the mechanics of DIY air filters and then help you build one for your home yourself.
Protect Your Home From Electrical Damage | This Old House: LIVE!
This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman discusses the anatomy of arc-faults and demonstrates how Leviton’s AFCI receptacles can detect these electrical hazards and protect your home from fire and damage.
Understanding the Dangers of Thirdhand Smoke
Ask This Old House home technology expert Ross Trethewey and painter Mauro Henrique discuss how to remove a cigarette smell from a home and why it is important to do so.
How To Wire a Portable Generator
Ask This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman explains a few different methods for hooking up a portable generator to a house.
How to Safely Dispose of Oily Rags
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva discusses the proper disposal techniques for oily rags to prevent spontaneous combustion.
How to Safeguard Your House from Wildfires
Learn how to make your home more resistant to wildfires with This Old House host Kevin O'Connor and fire expert Dan Gorham.
Staying Safe with Natural Gas
Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey and host Kevin O’Connor discuss how gas regulators work and how their malfunction caused gas explosions in Lawrence, MA
A Step by Step Guide To Changing Locks on a New Home
Changing locks on a new home? Learn step-by-step how to upgrade security with new locks, plus get tips on how to install new locks yourself.
How To Keep Your Basement Mold-Free
Learn top methods to prevent and eliminate mold in your basement. Get tips on moisture control, ventilation, and more from our experts.
How to Select and Use Hearing Protection
Ask This Old House host Kevin O’Connor discusses the importance of hearing protection when working around power tools
How to Prevent Holiday Fires
Ask This Old House host Kevin O’Connor travels to UL Laboratories to learn about preventing fires from holiday decorations.
How To Monitor a Home With a Smart Phone
In this edition of DIY Smarts, Ask This Old House host Kevin O’Connor shows general contractor Tom Silva a new home monitoring device that works with a smartphone.
A Personal Story on the Dangers of Carbon Monoxide
Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shares a personal story on the dangers of carbon monoxide and how an operational CO detector could be the difference between life and death..
How to Install Your Own Security System
Ask This Old House host Kevin O'Connor helps a homeowner install a wireless alarm system.
How to Install a Fire Escape Ladder
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner install an emergency escape ladder
How To Install Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Scott Caron, master electrician for Ask This Old House, wires an old house with new smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
How To Build a Storm Shelter to Stay Safe During Disaster
Worried about staying safe at home during storms? Learn all the ins and outs of building a storm shelter with our in-depth guide.
How To Install an Electronic Dead Bolt
This Old House host Kevin O'Connor demonstrates how to install an electronic deadbolt in this video. Plus, find advice for choosing your lock.
How To Choose Hurricane Window Protection for Your Home
Hurricane window protection can protect your home and loved ones from storm surge, high winds, and heavy rainfall. Learn more in our guide.
How to Install a Motion-Activated Security Light
Ask This Old House Master Electrician Scott Caron installs a light above a garage to illuminate a dark driveway
How To Install an Electronic Air Cleaner
Want to improve your indoor air quality? This Old House expert Richard Trethewey shows how to install an electric air cleaner.
How To Get Rid of Attic Mold
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows DIY and professional techniques for how to get rid of attic mold.
How To Install a Fire Sprinkler System
In this video, This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey describes how an in-home sprinkler system works.
How to Choose and Use Safety Gear
This Old House host Kevin O'Connor and plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey discuss various types of DIY safety gear
How To Remove a Dangerous Tree
Watch our video and read this guide to learn how This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook and arborist Matt Foti remove a decayed tree.
How To Contain and Remove Lead Paint
If your home was built before 1978, you might have lead paint. Here's how to safely remove it or take care of it until you can.