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E15 | First Period Gambrel | This Really Old House

Season 44 Episode 15 | 23m 42s

The crew takes on a first period home - a small gambrel with a two-story gable ell, in Ipswich, MA. Homeowners Bill and Helen feel duty bound to renovate and preserve its history. The interior and exterior are toured, and renovation plans are shared. A brief history on heating first period homes is given. The homeowners get a lesson on how to properly salvage the old floors for minimal damage.

Aired: 03/22/23 | Expires: 04/06/23
Funding for THIS OLD HOUSE is provided by The Home Depot.
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The new two-story addition is framed, and plumbing pipes are isolated from cold weather.
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Electrical work for the elevator begins and the therapy pool is installed.