Ep 19. North Shore Farmhouse - Truck In The New House

In This Old House season 37 episode 19, titled "North Shore Farmhouse - Truck In The New House," the team continues to work on renovating a 300-year-old farmhouse on the North Shore of Massachusetts. The episode begins with host Kevin O’Connor introducing the latest addition to the project: a truck carrying the new modular house that will be attached to the existing farmhouse.

As the truck slowly approaches the site, the team looks on anxiously, hoping that everything will go smoothly. The new house is designed to blend seamlessly with the original structure, but getting it into place is no easy feat. The crew must first remove a section of the old roof to make way for the new addition. Then, the truck driver must carefully maneuver the house through a tight space without damaging any of the surrounding trees or buildings.

After several nail-biting moments, the truck finally reaches its destination and the crew gets to work securing the new house to the old one. They use metal brackets to attach the two structures together, making sure that everything is level and plumb. Once the house is in place, they can begin the process of connecting the plumbing and electrical systems.

While the crew works on the new addition, host Tom Silva turns his attention to the existing farmhouse. He begins by repairing some of the damage to the exterior clapboards, which have been battered by decades of harsh New England weather. Using a custom-made tool, he carefully removes the damaged boards and replaces them with new ones. He also takes the opportunity to add insulation to the walls, making the house more energy-efficient.

Inside the farmhouse, host Richard Trethewey is working on the plumbing system. He replaces the old pipes with new ones, ensuring that the water is flowing properly throughout the house. He also installs a new water heater, which will provide hot water for the entire household.

Meanwhile, host Jenn Nawada is busy working on the landscaping around the farmhouse. She begins by clearing away some of the overgrown vegetation, making room for new plantings. She also installs a series of raised garden beds, which will be used to grow vegetables and herbs.

As the episode comes to a close, the crew reflects on the progress they've made so far. There's still a lot of work left to do, but they're confident that they'll be able to transform the old farmhouse into a beautiful, functional home for the homeowners.