This Old House Hour Season 12 Episode 3 Jersey Shore | Getting to Work

In the season 12 episode 3 of This Old House Hour, titled Jersey Shore | Getting to Work, the show focuses on a beachside home renovation project that is being challenged by the geographical location. The team of experts led by Kevin O'Connor, explore solutions to overcome the complications that arise while restoring the house on the Jersey Shore.

The episode begins with a tour of the property, where the team discusses the challenges posed by the location of the house. The building was constructed on a sand dune, and as a result, has several issues like termites and moisture damage. The team comes up with a plan to fix these issues, including re-siding the entire house with fiber cement siding that provides resistance to termites and has a more durable exterior.

Next up, the show's team examines the interior of the house and identifies the areas that need to be re-wired and plumbing changed. Crew members explain the materials used for plumbing and electricals that are safe from moisture and humidity which is common in coastal regions. Once the team finishes the electrical and plumbing inspections, they move onto the drywall phase.

During the drywall process, the team talks in detail about how to choose the perfect primer and matching paint type that could provide proper ventilation as well as withstanding high levels of humidity that are often found in coastal areas.

As the team moves forward, they face challenges such as the untimely arrival of terrible weather conditions. To overcome such uncertainties, a three-day break is taken. The crew members use this time to set up safety arrangements that would protect the site from hurricanes as well as the numerous unexpected events that could arise in coastal regions.

In the second half of the episode, the primary focus is on the exterior of the house. The team, led by Jeff Sweenor, sets out to construct a new deck, restore the original wooden foundation on which the deck would be constructed, and install new stairs. The team goes through all that is required to build a secure and solid foundation and decking that can withstand the extreme conditions on the Jersey Shore.

With the construction of the deck completed and the stairs installed, the team has to work on how to waterproof the deck so as not to harm the new foundation. The show offers a detailed explanation of waterproofing materials such as silicone, and membrane liner products.

Finally, the team wraps up the episode with an exciting reveal of the newly renovated house. With the new designs, style and functionality of the interiors and exteriors that blend seamlessly with the beach atmosphere. The team members discuss the details of the upgraded functionality of the house, including the new appliances, fixtures, and lighting that help enhances the overall beauty of the property.

In its entirety, This Old Hour season 12 episode 3, Jersey Shore | Getting to Work, showcases the ingenuity of the team responsible for restoring this coastal home. The challenges of the geographical location are overcome with the team's expert knowledge of building solutions that are designed to cater to coastal regions' dynamics. The show presents an informative and enjoyable viewing experience for homeowners who live in and around seashore areas.