This Old House Hour Season 12 Episode 17 Arlington Italianate | Deadliest Old House?

In this episode of This Old House Hour, viewers will be taken on a journey to the Arlington Italianate House, a stunning piece of architecture dating back to the 1800s. The home is in dire need of restoration, and the team of contractors and craftsmen are setting out to make this a reality.

The show starts off with Tommy Silva meeting with the homeowners of the Arlington Italianate House, who are eager to restore their home to its former glory. However, the project is not without its challenges. The home is over 150 years old and has been neglected for many years. There are structural issues, leaky windows, and an outdated heating system that needs to be replaced.

As Tommy goes through the house, he takes a closer look at the roof, which has been leaking, causing water damage to the walls and ceilings. He carefully examines the damage and comes up with a plan for how to fix it.

Meanwhile, the homeowners are eager to add some modern amenities to their old house. They want to install a central heating and air conditioning system, but this requires them to remove the existing radiators. Kevin O'Connor meets with the HVAC contractors to discuss how to best install a new system that will keep the home warm in the winter and cool in the summer.

As the team works to restore the home, they encounter a series of challenges, including a crumbling chimney and a hazardous staircase. The crew is determined to overcome these obstacles, and they work tirelessly to restore the house to its former glory.

As the episode comes to a close, the crew is facing one of their biggest challenges yet. They discover that the foundation of the house is failing, which is causing the whole structure to sink. If they don't act quickly, the house could collapse. The team springs into action, devising a plan to stabilize the foundation and keep the house standing.

Will they be able to save the Arlington Italianate House from collapsing? Tune in to find out in this thrilling episode of This Old House Hour.