This Old House

Air Tight House | The Jamestown Net Zero House

Passport Season 40 Episode 8 | 23m 43s

Richard watches as the home is sealed against air leaks. Jeff reviews his pre-drywall checklist. Kevin sees the landscape plan. Jeff fabricates pieces for porch columns and rails. Tommy puts on shingles as the final layer of the exterior wall system.

Aired: 01/03/19

Expires: 10/02/19

Rating: TV-G

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