Bob introduces the sights and sounds of Boston and, after a taste of the city's rich history, the next destination is suburban Wayland and the shores of Lake Cochituate. There, Bob meets homeowner Paul Paresky and tours his 35 year-old ranch house.

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

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

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

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

The plumber cuts a hole in the roof for the new vent and joins new PVC pipe with cast-iron plumbing in the basement. Outside, contractor Bob Ryley shares tips on applying cedar clapboards. On the roof meanwhile, contractor Larry Landers is installing one of the new skylights that will admit light through the cathedral ceiling over the new family room.

Installing an electrical system and picture windows.

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

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

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

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

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

Installing a shower pan and recessed lighting.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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