Season 4

Episodes

1. 2

   2. Ranch Expansion: Wall Construction and Roof Removal

   14 Sept 1993

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

2. 3

   3. Ranch Expansion: Framing and Cutting Rafters

   21 Sept 1993

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

3. 4

   4. Ranch Expansion: House Tour and Dormer Construction

   27 Sept 1993

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

4. 5

   5. Ranch Expansion: Roofing Shingles and Staircase

   4 Oct 1993

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

5. 7

   7. Ranch Expansion: Electrical Wiring and Window Installation

   18 Oct 1993

   Installing an electrical system and picture windows.

6. 8

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

   25 Oct 1993

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

7. 9

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

   1 Nov 1993

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

8. 10

   10. Ranch Expansion: Modifying a Window and Copper Plumbing

   8 Nov 1993

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

9. 11

   11. Ranch Expansion: Wall Framing and Security System

   15 Nov 1993

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

10. 12

    12. Ranch Expansion: Installing an Insulated Door and Fiberglass

    22 Nov 1993

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

11. 13

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

    29 Nov 1993

    Installing a shower pan and recessed lighting.

12. 14

    14. Ranch Expansion: Installing the Boiler and Drywall

    6 Dec 1993

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

13. 15

    15. Ranch Expansion: Building and Installing Cabinets

    13 Dec 1993

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

14. 16

    16. Ranch Expansion: Applying Bathroom Tile and Deck Treatment

    20 Dec 1993

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

15. 17

    17. Ranch Expansion: Installing a Vanity

    27 Dec 1993

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

16. 18

    18. Ranch Expansion: Porch Ceiling and Hardwood Flooring

    3 Jan 1994

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

17. 19

    19. Ranch Expansion: Building a Stair Rail and Bookshelves

    11 Jan 1994

    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.

18. 20

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

    17 Jan 1994

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

19. 21

    21. Ranch Expansion: Kitchen Cabinets and Countertops

    24 Jan 1994

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

20. 22

    22. Ranch Expansion: Installing the Lockset and Closet System

    31 Jan 1994

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

21. 23

    23. Ranch Expansion: Landscaping and Planting

    8 Feb 1994

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

22. 24

    24. Ranch Expansion: Painting Faux Finish

    15 Feb 1994

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

23. 25

    25. Ranch Expansion: Insulating Blinds and Carpet Installation

    22 Feb 1994

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

24. 26

    26. Ranch Expansion: Final House Tour

    1 Mar 1994

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