This Old House (1979)

Episode Overview

A representative from Dig Safe is on-site to explain how the nonprofit alerts utility companies about upcoming excavation projects, ensuring that buried lines are marked. In the backyard, Roger Cook and his team start digging a large drywell designed to manage water runoff from neighboring yards during storms. They also inspect significant termite damage to the front sill, which requires them to lift the balloon-framed wall above it—a challenging task, given that the floors aren't properly secured to the wall studs in this construction style. Meanwhile, Christian and our host explore the mock kitchen, where Christian faces some direct questions about the design choices.