<description>
        &lt;p&gt;Don’t wait for a fall to force change — aging in place is about smart decisions made early. This episode covers the home upgrades that protect your independence, a soulful tour of Roseanne Cash’s Chelsea brownstone, how to choose the right generator before a blackout, and real homeowner calls with practical fixes.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;In this episode you'll learn:&lt;br&gt;*How to make simple aging-in-place upgrades, like safer entryways, bathrooms, and clear paths through your home, to prevent falls before they happen. (1:00)&lt;br&gt;*How to repair hairline cracks in original plaster ceilings and know when simple patching is enough instead of replacing the ceiling. (9:00)&lt;br&gt;*How to remove moss and lichen from your roof without damage, using soft washing instead of high-pressure spraying. (14:02)&lt;br&gt;*How to handle an old dryer vent after switching to a ventless dryer, and why it’s smart to keep future options open. (19:25)&lt;br&gt;*How to install a smart, lighted mirror on a tiled wall, including wiring it correctly and drilling tile without cracking it. (26:20)&lt;/p&gt;
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This Old House Radio Hour

American Public Media

Aging in Place + Buying the Right Generator + Roseanne Cash’s Brownstone

JAN 6, 202651 MIN
This Old House Radio Hour

Aging in Place + Buying the Right Generator + Roseanne Cash’s Brownstone

JAN 6, 202651 MIN

Description

<p>Don’t wait for a fall to force change — aging in place is about smart decisions made early. This episode covers the home upgrades that protect your independence, a soulful tour of Roseanne Cash’s Chelsea brownstone, how to choose the right generator before a blackout, and real homeowner calls with practical fixes.<br><br>In this episode you'll learn:<br>*How to make simple aging-in-place upgrades, like safer entryways, bathrooms, and clear paths through your home, to prevent falls before they happen. (1:00)<br>*How to repair hairline cracks in original plaster ceilings and know when simple patching is enough instead of replacing the ceiling. (9:00)<br>*How to remove moss and lichen from your roof without damage, using soft washing instead of high-pressure spraying. (14:02)<br>*How to handle an old dryer vent after switching to a ventless dryer, and why it’s smart to keep future options open. (19:25)<br>*How to install a smart, lighted mirror on a tiled wall, including wiring it correctly and drilling tile without cracking it. (26:20)</p>