Season 4

2. Ranch Expansion: Wall Construction and Roof Removal

1993-09-14

Reconstructing the ranch house's walls. Also: a visit to a Colonial-era mansion.

3. Ranch Expansion: Framing and Cutting Rafters

1993-09-21

The first floor of the house is framed. Also: cutting rafters and techniques for hammering nails into wood.

4. Ranch Expansion: House Tour and Dormer Construction

1993-09-27

Bob Vila visits a historic plantation in South Carolina. Also: tips for applying aluminum flashing and roofing shingles.

5. Ranch Expansion: Roofing Shingles and Staircase

1993-10-04

A staircase is constructed. Also: tips for applying asphalt shingles and properly anchoring a porch or deck.

7. Ranch Expansion: Electrical Wiring and Window Installation

1993-10-18

Installing an electrical system and picture windows.

8. Ranch Expansion: Framing the Porch and Installing a Shower

1993-10-25

Framing a farmer's porch and installing an acrylic shower stall. Also: constructing a birch medicine cabinet.

9. Ranch Expansion: Waterproofing the Deck and Framing a Roof

1993-11-01

Applying exterior trim and waterproofing the deck. Also: framing the porch roof.

10. Ranch Expansion: Modifying a Window and Copper Plumbing

1993-11-08

Installing a double window. Also: touring Miami Beach's art deco district.

11. Ranch Expansion: Wall Framing and Security System

1993-11-15

Projects include the installation of strapping and the application of drywall to the kitchen ceiling.

12. Ranch Expansion: Installing an Insulated Door and Fiberglass

1993-11-22

Installing a cathedral ceiling and a thermal-insulated kitchen door. Also: tips on wiring a security system.

13. Ranch Expansion: Installing the Shower Pan and Recessed Lighting

1993-11-29

Installing a shower pan and recessed lighting.

14. Ranch Expansion: Installing the Boiler and Drywall

1993-12-06

Installing a garage-door opener. Also: working with drywall and plaster.

15. Ranch Expansion: Building and Installing Cabinets

1993-12-13

Constructing and installing cabinets. Also: a visit to a plywood factory.

16. Ranch Expansion: Applying Bathroom Tile and Deck Treatment

1993-12-20

Fan detail is applied to the front facade. Also: cutting bathroom tiles.

17. Ranch Expansion: Installing a Vanity

1993-12-27

Installing a double sink. Also: a visit to an Italian palazzo.

18. Ranch Expansion: Porch Ceiling and Hardwood Flooring

1994-01-03

A pine ceiling is installed over the porch. Also: a project to convert an abandoned building into a homeless shelter.

19. Ranch Expansion: Building a Stair Rail and Bookshelves

1994-01-11

A new custom stair rail is put in, along with new built-in bookshelves. Also: a trip to Columbus, Ohio, where the first of four visits is made to a special sister project.

20. Ranch Expansion: Pouring the Cement Walk and Installing Crown Molding

1994-01-17

Pouring a cement walk. Also: an update on the playground project.

21. Ranch Expansion: Kitchen Cabinets and Countertops

1994-01-24

European kitchen cabinets with granite countertops are installed. Also: working with tight paneling joints.

22. Ranch Expansion: Installing the Lockset and Closet System

1994-01-31

Tips on installing a door lock and a bedroom closet. Also: using an electrician's snake to thread wire behind a wall.

23. Ranch Expansion: Landscaping and Planting

1994-02-08

Landscaping work gets underway at the project site. Also: a discussion of the importance of safety goggles.

24. Ranch Expansion: Painting Faux Finish

1994-02-15

Building a home weather station and installing recessed lighting. Also: tips on painting.

25. Ranch Expansion: Insulating Blinds and Carpet Installation

1994-02-22

Furniture and carpeting are selected. Also: advice for adding a shut-off valve to a sink.

26. Ranch Expansion: Final House Tour

1994-03-01

A final tour of the renovated ranch-style home. Also: planting shrubbery.