This Old House (1979)
S31E24 Roxbury; Roxbury Past and Present
Episode Overview
Host Kevin O'Connor visits landscape contractor Roger Cook, who is working alongside apprentices from YouthBuild Boston. Together, they are enriching the front yard with fresh soil, planting a low-maintenance ground cover, and placing an ornamental dogwood tree. Meanwhile, general contractor David Lopes takes master carpenter Norm Abram on a tour of the advancements made at the front entrance and the kitchen in the second unit. Next door, countertop expert Danny Puccio teaches homeowner Lanita Tolentino techniques for cleaning her new marble counters. Nearby, plumbing and heating specialist Richard Trethewey meets with Massachusetts State Representative Byron Rushing to explore Roxbury's historical significance. To wrap up, Richard and David install a modern tankless hot water heater in the basement of Lanita’s home.
