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EPISODE · Dec 30, 2025 · 51 MIN

Make Your Home Feel Bigger + Daryl Hall’s Old House + Cesar Millan’s Dog Run

from This Old House Radio Hour · host American Public Media

You don’t need more square footage — just smarter design. Architect Sarah Susanka reveals how simple, non-construction tweaks can make your home feel bigger, while Daryl Hall tours his restored 1787 home, Cesar Millan rethinks the dog run, and our experts answer real homeowner questions live.In this episode you'll learn:*How to safely connect a portable generator to your home and whether a transfer switch or interlock is right for you. (7:48)*Why ceiling drywall seams and nail pops appear years later and the surprisingly simple fix. (14:15)*What causes woodpeckers to attack wood siding (hint: it’s not always insects), and how to stop it. (18:36)*The smartest way to modify cabinets when a new refrigerator is just a little too tall. (23:07)*How to treat and protect rusting steel I-beams before they become a bigger problem. (27:08)All of this, plus we’re answering your home improvement questions at 877-This Old House Radio Hour! — That’s (877) 864-7460.

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