Ask This Old House
Tom Silva, Richard Trethewey, Roger Cook and host Kevin O'Connor, the experts of Ask This Old House, travel the country making house calls in order to answer homeowner questions and everyday home improvement projects.
Genre: Reality-TV, Talk-Show
Cast:Tom Silva , Richard Trethewey , Kevin O'Connor , Roger Cook , Jenn Nawada Evans , Mark McCullough , Ross Trethewey , Mauro Henrique , Nathan Gilbert , Heath Eastman , Scott Caron , Lee Gilliam , Jenn Largesse , Jimmy DiResta , Carrie Kelly , Jim Cantore , Matt Foti , Steve Thomas
S1.E1 ∙ Episode #1.1
S1.E22 ∙ Episode #1.22
S1.E26 ∙ Episode #1.26
S2.E10 ∙ Episode #2.10
S3.E21 ∙ Episode #3.21
S4.E1 ∙ Mortared Stone Walkway Repair; Patching an Oak Floor
Our 4th season begins with a house call from landscaping contractor Roger Cook who helps a homeowner repair a loose flagstone in his mortared front walkway.
S4.E2 ∙ Creaky Stairs; Static Cling Solution; Electric Shut-Off Valve
General contractor Tom Silva quiets a homeowner's squeaky stairs and replaces a broken baluster.
S4.E3 ∙ Under-Sink Water Filter; Planting a Drought Resistant Tree
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner improve the quality of her drinking water by installing an under-sink filter.
S4.E4 ∙ Flat Tire; Aluminum Rain Gutter; Thermal Expansion Tank
Up in the loft, landscaping contractor Roger Cook shows host Kevin O'Connor how to repair a flat wheelbarrow tire.
S4.E5 ∙ Rose Bushes; Wobbly Toilet; Water Leak; Hydraulic Cement
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook heads to Grandview, Missouri to help a homeowner care for an ailing rose bush.
S5.E1 ∙ Door Latch; Bamboo Privacy Screen
General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner repair an interior door that won't latch shut. Roger heads for "fabulous" Las Vegas, Nevada, where he helps a pair of homeowners select and plant a privacy screen using bamboo plants.
S5.E2 ∙ Faucet Aerator; Houseplants; Squeaky Floors
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner replace a clogged aerator on his bathroom faucet.
S5.E3 ∙ Shower Pan; Tile Backerboard; Rain Barrel
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner begin to remodel his bathroom by installing a new acrylic shower base.
S5.E4 ∙ Garage Cabinets; Ceiling Fan
General contractor Tom Silva heads to Las Vegas to help a young homeowner organize her garage by installing new cabinets designed especially for garages.
S5.E5 ∙ Plant Bulbs; Ripping Plywood; Water Hammer
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook and host Kevin O'Connor plant flower bulbs outside the barn.
S5.E6 ∙ Building a Small Deck
General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner with a large carpentry project: rebuilding a small exterior deck.
S5.E7 ∙ Energy Audit; Toilet Seat Bolts
Host Kevin O'Connor and energy efficiency expert Bruce Torrey conduct an energy audit of a house.
S5.E8 ∙ Countertops; Chain Link Fence
Up in the loft, stone countertop expert Jason Keefe shows host Kevin O'Connor how to maintain stone countertops and prevent stains.
S5.E9 ∙ Childproofing; Sump Pump
Host Kevin O'Connor and child safety expert Jeff Baril visit a homeowner to "childproof" her home.
S5.E10 ∙ Tile Backsplash; Lawn Repair
Tile contractor Joe Ferrante helps a homeowner install a brand new kitchen back splash using glass tile. Then, landscaping contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner replace a damaged section of lawn using sod.
S5.E11 ∙ Damaged Clapboards; Felling Trees
General contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O'Connor how to replace damaged cedar clapboards on the exterior of a house.
S5.E12 ∙ Mixing Valve; Tool Batteries
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey heads to San Francisco to help a homeowner repair an old shower mixing valve.
S5.E13 ∙ Mulching; Sash Weights
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook takes a homeowner shopping for mulch and shows her how to re-mulch and edge her garden beds.
S5.E14 ∙ Willow Pruning; Water Heater
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook and arborist Matt Foti help a homeowner properly prune his overgrown willow tree.
S5.E15 ∙ Clearing Drains; Installing Cabinets
Up in the loft, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows host Kevin O'Connor different methods for clearing clogged drains.
S5.E16 ∙ Removing Shrubs; Extension Cords; Drain Pop-Up
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook heads to Denver to help a pair of homeowners remove an overgrown Juniper bush.
S5.E17 ∙ Carpet; Table Saw Safety
Kevin O'Connor helps a homeowner select wall-to-wall carpet and install it properly with the assistance of a professional installer.
S5.E18 ∙ Carpet; Table Saw Safety
Tom travels to Sacramento to help homeowners repair a damaged section in the vinyl flooring in their kitchen.
S5.E19 ∙ Painting Radiators; Standby Generator
Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner refinish her cast iron radiators.
S5.E20 ∙ Heat-Tolerant Shrub; Solar Powered Vent
Landscape contractor Roger Cook shows a homeowner how the brick stairs in front of his house have created a blistering "micro-climate," causing damage to an adjacent shrub.
S5.E21 ∙ Composite Decking; Noisy Steam Heat
General contractor Tom Silva removes the cracked and warped boards on an old deck and installs new composite decking using hidden fasteners. Afterward, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey quiets down a noisy steam heating system.
S5.E22 ∙ Shut-Off Valve; Climbing Roses
Richard assists a homeowner in replacing a corroded shut-off valve with a new one without using soldering.
S5.E23 ∙ Bathroom Radiator; Hand Planes; Crabgrass
Richard Trethewey assists a homeowner install a new bathroom radiator that will double as a towel warmer.
S5.E24 ∙ Mailbox; Brick Foundation Repointing
Roger Cook helps a homeowner replace a mailbox that had been damaged by snowplows. Tom Silva travels to St. Louis to help a a young couple re-point the failing mortar on the brick foundation of their home.
S5.E25 ∙ Edge Mowing; Water Heater; Stair Tread
Roger shows two young homeowners the proper methods for mowing and edging their front lawn.
S5.E26 ∙ Workbench; Lawnmower; Whistling Heat
In the Ask This Old House loft, Tom Silva shows host Kevin O'Connor how to build a simple workbench.
S6.E1 ∙ Bathtub Drain; Ceiling Repair
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey heads to Cleveland, Ohio to help a homeowner replace a bathtub drain trap. Tom helps a homeowner repair a cracked drywall ceiling.
S6.E2 ∙ Carpentry Squares; Brick Patio
Up in the loft, general contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O'Connor a few different types of "squares" used for general carpentry. Roger helps a homeowner build a new patio using concrete paving bricks.
S6.E3 ∙ Toilet Flange and Plaster Repair
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner replace a broken cast-iron "closet flange" for a toilet.system.
S6.E4 ∙ Flood Prevention; Foundation Plants; Epoxy Repairs
Up in the loft, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows host Kevin O'Connor a few devices for preventing plumbing floods in the home.
S6.E5 ∙ Disposers; Exterior Paint Stripping; Cutting Joists
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a pair of homeowners with a jammed kitchen garbage disposer.
S6.E6 ∙ Tree Removal; Door Trim
Landscape contractor Roger Cook and arborist Matt Foti help a homeowner remove an old tree that threatens to fall on her house. Tom helps a homeowner bring some character into a room by installing wood trim around a plain doorway.
S6.E7 ∙ Energy-Efficient Windows/Reducing Electrical Consumption
The crew demonstrates several ways to save energy at home.
S6.E8 ∙ Transforming a Backyard/Dripping Bathroom Fan
Landscape contractor Roger Cook helps a young couple transform a muddy backyard into a low-maintenance play area for their two children.
S6.E9 ∙ Christmas Trees/Caulking a Leaky Window
Landscape contractor Roger Cook is on a special mission to pick the perfect Christmas tree at a local tree farm.
S6.E10 ∙ Handling Storm-Water Runoff/Refinishing Hardwood Floors
Landscape contractor Roger Cook shows a homeowner in Portland, Oregon an innovative way to handle storm-water runoff from her roof. Tom shows a homeowner how to refinish her hardwood floors.
S6.E11 ∙ Replacing Cracked Flagstone/Replacing Electric Stove
Landscape contractor Roger Cook replaces the cracked flagstone on a set of front steps with bluestone. Richard visits a serious cook and helps her replace her old electric stove with a new gas range.
S6.E12 ∙ Determining the Grade of Landscape/Repairing a Bathtub
Landscape contractor Roger Cook shows host Kevin O'Connor several different ways to determine the grade, or pitch, of a landscape.
S6.E13 ∙ Installing Vinyl Fence/Protective Coating for Garage Floor
Landscape contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner install a new vinyl fence. Then host Kevin O'Connor heads to Omaha, Nebraska, where he helps install a protective epoxy coating on a homeowner's garage floor.
S6.E14 ∙ Controlling Radiators/Tangled Bungee Cords
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner control the temperature of her radiators, which are overheating the rooms upstairs.
S6.E15 ∙ An Unpleasant Smelling Dishwasher/Transplanting a Rose Bush
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner with a smelly dishwasher.
S6.E16 ∙ Leaky Skylight/Repairing a Light Switch
General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner replace a skylight that is leaking water down into the kitchen below. Eectrician Peg Preble shows Kevin how to troubleshoot and repair a faulty 3-way light switch.
S6.E17 ∙ Lawn Soil Test/Identifying Water Supply Pipes
Landscape contractor Roger Cook heads to Oregon to help a homeowner improve her lawn, starting with a simple soil test. Richard and Kevin visit a local home center to identify several different types of water supply pipes.
S6.E18 ∙ Water Softening System/Fiber-Cement Shingles
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey heads to Phoenix, Arizona to help a pair of homeowners install a new water softening system.
S6.E19 ∙ Low Voltage Landscape Lighting/Replacing Old Faucet
General contractor Tom Silva shows a homeowner how to save energy and money by increasing the insulation in his attic.
S6.E20 ∙ Building a Soccer Goal/Constructing a Sandbox
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows two kids how to build a soccer goal using PVC plumbing pipes.
S6.E21 ∙ Installing a Pellet Stove/Gasoline-Free Lawn Mowers
General contractor Tom Silva demonstrates how to install an old mortise lockset on a new door.
S6.E22 ∙ Replacing Rotted Stairs/Leaky Polybutylene Pipes
Landscape contractor Roger Cook replaces a set of rotten wooden stairs with new steps made of granite.
S6.E23 ∙ Lawn Improvements/Leaky Ceiling
Landscape contractor Roger Cook shows host Kevin O'Connor how to improve a lawn using a "slice seeder."
S6.E24 ∙ Tribute to Tile Expert Joe Ferrante
Tile expert Joe Ferrante worked on many projects for This Old House and Ask This Old House over 20 years.
S6.E25 ∙ Pressure Reducing Valve/Problems with Crown Molding
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner with very high water pressure by installing a "pressure reducing valve."
S6.E26 ∙ Tips for Watering Lawns/Building a Bookcase
Up in the loft, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows host Kevin O'Connor how to replace all the parts inside a typical toilet tank.
S7.E1 ∙ Collapsing Garage Roof/Installing a Dry Well
General contractor Tom Silva prevents a garage roof from collapsing by replacing a rotting support post. Roger helps two homeowners dry out their basement by installing a dry well to handle discharge from their sump pump.
S7.E2 ∙ Mature Tree/Noisy Heating System
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook shows a pair of homeowners how to transplant a large, mature tree to their front yard. Richard helps two homeowners sleep better at night by quieting their noisy heating system.
S7.E3 ∙ Pendant Lighting/Care for Succulents
Host Kevin O'Connor travels to Nashville, Tennessee, where he helps a pair of homeowners brighten up their kitchen with some new pendant lighting.
S8.E1 ∙ Building a Campfire Pit/Installing Range Hood & Microwave Oven
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner build a cozy campfire pit in her backyard. Tom helps a homeowner install a combination range hood and microwave oven over her kitchen stove top.
S8.E2 ∙ Installing Home Intercom System/Energy-Efficient Fireplace
Host Kevin O'Connor teams up with an electrician to install a home intercom system. Richard helps a homeowner make a wood-burning fireplace cleaner and more energy efficient by installing a gas-burning insert.
S8.E3 ∙ Utilizing Outdoor Living Space/Installing Fiber Cement Siding
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook travels to Baltimore, where he helps transform a small urban backyard into a pleasant outdoor living space. Tom shows Kevin some new ways to install fiber cement siding without creating a lot of dust.
S8.E4 ∙ Installing Aluminum Gutters & Downspouts/Energy-Efficient Washer & Dryer
General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner install new aluminum gutters and downspouts. Richard helps a homeowner install a new energy-efficient clothes washer and dryer.
S8.E5 ∙ Installing Sliding Glass Door
General contractor Tom Silva helps a pair of homeowners install a new siding glass door.
S8.E6 ∙ Container Gardening/Installing Rooftop Antennas
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook joins plant expert Carrie Kelly at a nursery to learn about container gardening.
S8.E7 ∙ Installing Weather Stripping/Energy-Efficient Tips & Analysis
It begins with general contractor Tom Silva helping a homeowner seal out drafts by installing weather-stripping on her front door.
S8.E8 ∙ Building a Basic Picnic Table/Installing Utility Sink
General contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O'Connor head outside the barn to build a basic picnic table using common framing lumber. Richard helps a homeowner install a new utility sink in a basement laundry area.
S8.E9 ∙ Organic Lawn Care/Re-routing Bathroom Fan
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook visits Harvard University to learn about their new organic lawn-care program and shows host Kevin O'Connor how to make his own "compost tea."
S8.E10 ∙ Installing Stone Veneer/Retrofitting HVAC Ducts
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner install stone veneer over an ugly concrete retaining wall.
S8.E11 ∙ Building Laminate Kitchen Countertops/Installing Steel Edging
General contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O'Connor show how to build and install new laminate kitchen countertops. Roger helps a homeowner create a clean border between a garden bed and a lawn using steel edging.
S8.E12 ∙ Concealing Retaining Walls/Quieting PVC Plumbing Vents
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook helps a pair of homeowners improve the appearance of an unsightly concrete retaining wall with wooden lattice and climbing vines.
S8.E13 ∙ Fixing Broken Water Softener/Repairing and Preventing Deer Damage in Home Garden
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey heads to Tampa, Florida to help two homeowners repair their broken water softener.
S8.E14 ∙ Installing Mantel and Hearth/Rejuvenating Baseboard Radiator
General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner dress up an old fireplace by installing a new mantle and marble hearth. Richard shows Kevin a few ways to improve the appearance of old baseboard heaters.
S8.E15 ∙ Updating Bathroom Installations/Comparing Wall Insulation
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner update the look of her bathroom by installing a new vanity cabinet, countertop, and sink.
S8.E16 ∙ Conserving Rainwater/Removing an Interior Wall
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner conserve water by installing an innovative rainwater collection system. Tom helps a pair of homeowners connect two rooms in their home by removing an interior load-bearing wall.
S8.E17 ∙ Installing Ductless Air Conditioning/Eliminating Ceiling Leaks
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey heads to Tampa, Florida to help a homeowner cool off his garage workshop with a ductless air conditioning system. Tom helps a homeowner eliminate a mysterious leak in her living room ceiling.
S8.E18 ∙ Installing Crown Molding/Replacinng Rotting Fence Posts
General contractor Tom Silva helps a pair of homeowners in Houston, Texas install crown molding in their bedroom using an innovative fastening system. Roger and Kevin head outside to replace a rotting cedar fence post.
S8.E19 ∙ Applying Protective Furniture Finish/Winterizing Outdoor Gardens
General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner replace the broken sash locks on his vinyl windows.
S8.E20 ∙ Remodeling Kitchen Area/Improving Drainage in Planters
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey and general contractor Tom Silva head to Detroit to help a homeowner remodel her kitchen with new appliances, countertops, a back splash, and even the kitchen sink.
S8.E21 ∙ Utilizing Energy Efficient Water Heaters/Maintaining Propane-Fueled Mosquito Traps
Host Kevin O'Connor and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey head to Virginia to help a homeowner replace his old, electric water heater with a heat pump water heater that uses much less electricity.
S8.E22 ∙ Reviving a Damaged Lawn/Unclogging Kitchen Sink Drains
Roger Cook helps a homeowner repair portions of his lawn that have been damaged by snow mold, which is a fungal disease that can occur in winter from excess moisture and fertilizer.
S8.E23 ∙ Using String Trimmers/Stripping Dangerous Lead Paint
Roger Cook shows a homeowner how to use and maintain string trimmers for a variety of landscaping chores.
S8.E24 ∙ Attracting Different Bird Species/Dual-flush Toilet Valves
Roger Cook visits a nature center to learn how to attract many different species of birds using different types of bird feeders and birdseed.
S8.E25 ∙ Repairing Newel Posts/Cutting Rigid Pipes
Tom Silva helps a homeowner repair a wobbly newel post at the bottom of a staircase.
S8.E26 ∙ Replacing an Outdoor Faucet/Sharpening Lawn Mower Blades
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner replace his leaky outdoor faucet.
S9.E1 ∙ Connecting Water Supply and Drain Lines for Kitchen Island Sink/Rescuing Improperly Planted Trees
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner in Canada install a new kitchen sink. Then, up in the loft, general contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O'Connor some tools that no home workshop should be without.
S9.E2 ∙ Installing Balusters on a Staircase/Laying Stone Footpath
General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner install balusters on his new staircase. Roger helps a homeowner install a new stone footpath.
S9.E3 ∙ Creating Storage Space in an Attic/Repairing Broken Doorbell
General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner find additional storage space by creating a new doorway into an unused attic. Richard shares a viewer tip on how to create a faucet wrench from a standard PVC pipe.
S9.E4 ∙ Repairing Rotted Windowsill/Installing Outdoor Faucet
General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner repair a rotted windowsill. Roger shows Kevin a few gardening tools designed for people with limited mobility. Afterward, Richard helps a homeowner install an outdoor faucet.
S9.E6 ∙ Choosing Groundcover/Installing Hydronic Baseboard Heaters
S9.E7 ∙ Building Circular Patio and Fire Pit/Repairing Brick Stairs
S9.E13 ∙ Fixing a Leaky Rain Gutter/Installing a Fiberglass Bathtub
S9.E15 ∙ Mowing a Lawn/Building a Deck
S9.E16 ∙ Building a Deck: Part 2
S9.E18 ∙ Painting a Wall/Replacing a Direct-vent Water Heater
S9.E24 ∙ Building a Tool Storage Cabinet/Preventing Water Damage
S9.E25 ∙ Removing a Vinyl Floor/Salvage Style/Plumbing Vent Problems
S9.E26 ∙ Yard Clean Up/Installing Carpet Tiles
S10.E1 ∙ Transplanting Trees/Hooking up Plumbing to a Washing Machine
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook and arborist Matt Foti help a homeowner transplant two trees. Richard helps a homeowner hook-up the plumbing to her washing machine.
S10.E2 ∙ Repairing a Shower Valve/Rebuilding a Wobbly Stair Banister
The crew helps repair a faulty shower valve and rebuild a wobbly stair banister.
S10.E3 ∙ Replacing a Corroded Fitting on a Water Heater/Installing a Vented Range Kitchen Hood
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner replace a corroded fitting on his water heater. Tom helps a homeowner install a vented range hood in her kitchen.
S10.E4 ∙ Pruning an Overgrown Hedge/Installing a Kitchen Tile Backsplash
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner prune an overgrown evergreen hedge. Tom helps a homeowner install a tile back-splash in his kitchen.
S10.E5 ∙ Insulating a Wall/Repointing a Fieldstone Foundation
The crew shows a homeowner the proper way to insulate a wall using fiberglass batteries and helps re-point a fieldstone foundation.
S10.E6 ∙ Removing Overgrown Shrubs/Quieting a Noisy Baseboard Heater
Roger helps a homeowner remove several overgrown shrubs and plants new perennials. The crew quiets a noisy baseboard heater.
S10.E7 ∙ Repairing a Crack in an Asphalt Walkway/Getting Rid of Mold
The guys repair a crack in an asphalt walkway and help a homeowner get rid of mold.
S10.E8 ∙ Fixing a Kitchen Sink Drain/Quieting Squeaky Hardwood Floors
The crew helps a homeowner fix a kitchen sink train and track down and repair a squeak in a hardwood floor.
S10.E9 ∙ Building a Porch Railing/Selecting Stone for Building Walls
Tom Silva helps building a porch railing while Roger helps a homeowner select stone for building walls.
S10.E10 ∙ Finishing a Backyard Pizza Oven/Working with Threaded Pipe Connections
The crew finishes a backyard pizza oven and shows a homeowner how to work with threaded pipe connections.
S10.E11 ∙ Installing a Front Porch Light/Splitting Firewood
The crew helps a homeowner install a front porch light. Roger provides tips on splitting firewood.
S10.E12 ∙ Installing a Battery Back-Up Sump Pump/Fixing a Rusty Metal Railing
Rich installs a battery back-up sump pump while Tom helps a homeowner fix a rusty metal railing.
S10.E13 ∙ Preventing Ice Dams/Applying Closed-Cell Spray Foam Insulation in an Attic
The crew shows a homeowner how to prevent ice dams and helps another apply closed-cell spray foam Insulation in their attic.
S10.E14 ∙ Installing a Solid Oak Front Door/Driving Rebar Into the Ground
Tommy helps a homeowner install a solid oak front door and the crew gives tips on driving rebar into the ground.
S10.E15 ∙ Upgrading Electrical Service/Attracting Butterflies to Gardens
The Ask This Old House crew sends out an electrician to upgrade an electrical service from 100 to 200 amps. Roger tours a garden designed to attract butterflies.
S10.E16 ∙ Staining a Cedar Fence/Installing Window Boxes
Kevin helps a home owner stain a cedar fence while Roger and Tom provide some tips for installing window boxes.
S10.E17 ∙ Reusing Water from a Washing Machine/Maintaining Small Gasoline Engines
Rich shows a home owner how to reuse water from a washing machine. The crew talks about maintaining small gasoline engines.
S10.E18 ∙ Upgrading a Neglected Urban Patio/Hanging a Heavy Mirror
Roger helps a homeowner upgrade a neglected urban patio while Tom helps hang a heavy mirror.
S10.E19 ∙ Installing a Recirculation Pump/Lining a Fireplace Chimney
Rich works on installing a re-circulation pump while the crew works with a homeowner to line a fireplace chimney.
S10.E20 ∙ Installing New Vinyl Trim/Installing a New Dishwasher
Kevin helps install new vinyl trim around a window while Rich helps a homeowner put in a new dishwasher.
S10.E21 ∙ Planting a Garden Using Native Species/Replacing a Door with a Window
Roger shows a homeowner how to plant a garden using native species, and Tom replaces a door with a window.
S10.E22 ∙ Tiling a Bathroom Floor/Weatherstripping a Front Door
A contractor shares tips for tiling a bathroom floor while Tom helps a homeowner weatherstrip her front door.
S10.E23 ∙ Financing Solar Panels/Framing Walls for Basement-Remodeling
Instalilng solar photo-voltaic panels; framing walls for a basement-remodeling project.
S10.E24 ∙ Restoring Old Windows/Installing a Kitchen Sink Water Filter
Tom shows how to restore old windows while Rich helps a homeowner install a kitchen sink water filter.
S10.E25 ∙ Installing a Manual Transfer Switch/Fixing a Clogged Sewer Line
The This Old House crew brings in an electrician to install a manual transfer switch, and Rich helps a homeowner fix a clogged sewer line.
S10.E26 ∙ Refinishing with Spray Paint/Installing a Pre-Finished Wood Floor
Kevin and Roger provide some tips on refinishing with spray paint while Tom Installs a pre-finished wood floor.
S11.E1 ∙ Transforming Stock Shelving/Installing a New Washing Machine Valve
Tom helps a couple transform stock shelving into a custom built-in. Then, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey installs a new washing machine valve that will prevent flooding.
S11.E2 ∙ Installing Bluestone Patio/Hanging Bikes in a Garage
Landscape contractor Roger helps a homeowner install a bluestone patio in an urban backyard. Tom helps a homeowner and her daughter hang their bikes in a small garage.
S11.E3 ∙ Building a Custom Fireplace Mantle/Repairing a Leaking Kitchen Faucet
General contractor Tom Silva builds a custom fireplace mantel for a homeowner. Then, Roger shares some tips about garden edging. Afterward, Richard helps a homeowner repair a leaking kitchen faucet.
S11.E4 ∙ Laying Sod in the Backyard/Installing a Wireless Thermostat
Landscape contractor Roger helps a homeowner lay sod in his backyard. Tom shares a tip about finding measurements without doing math. Richard installs a wireless thermostat to control a heating system.
S11.E5 ∙ Planting Palm Trees/Replacing an Old Heating System with One That's More Efficient
Roger helps a homeowner plant several varieties of palm trees. Kevin shares information on new light bulbs. Richard replaces an old heating system and water heater with a much more efficient single appliance.
S11.E6 ∙ Special New York Episode
The crew visits New York City, where plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey tours a scale model of the city. Host Kevin and a local electrician add task lighting to a Brooklyn kitchen.
S11.E7 ∙ Installing a New Kitchen Sink and Faucet/Installing Insulated Sidelights on a Front Door
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey heads to Colorado Spings to install a brand new kitchen sink and faucet. General contractor Tom Silva installs insulated sidelights on a front door.
S11.E8 ∙ Installing a Privacy Fence/Replacing a Clogged Shower Valve
Landscape contractor Roger works with a fencing contractor to install a vinyl privacy fence. Richard replaces a clogged shower valve.
S11.E9 ∙ Installing Interior Window Trim/Heating a Swimming Pool
General contractor Tom Silva installs interior window trim. Richard heats a swimming pool using an air conditioner.
S11.E10 ∙ Properly Mulching Garden Beds/Installing a Natural Gas Line
Landscape contractor Roger shows a homeowner how to properly mulch his garden beds. Richard installs a natural gas line for a barbecue grill.
S11.E11 ∙ Using Hand Planes/Repairing a Cracked Stone Walkway
In the workshop, general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates the proper way to use hand planes. Roger helps a homeowner repair a cracked stone walkway.
S11.E12 ∙ Installing a Ceiling Fan/Installing a Water Softener
Host Kevin O'Connor and electrician Scott Caron head to Denver to install a ceiling fan on a cathedral ceiling. Richard visits New Jersey to install a water softener.
S11.E13 ∙ Transplanting a Mature Rose Bush/Replacing Old Outdoor Lighting
Landscape contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner temporarily transplant a mature rose bush. Richard shows Kevin some rookie plumbing mistakes. Tom and Kevin replace old outdoor lighting with new fixtures.
S11.E14 ∙ Restoring Terrazzo Floors/Repairing a Cracked Floor Joist
Host Kevin O'Connor heads to Del Ray Beach, Florida to restore Terrazzo floors. Tom helps a homeowner repair a cracked floor joist.
S11.E15 ∙ Installing a Toilet/Patching a Lawn with Grass Seed
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey heads to Cheyenne, Wyoming, to help a homeowner install a toilet. Roger and Kevin patch a lawn with grass seed.
S11.E16 ∙ Hanging a Flat Panel TV/Controlling Insects Without Pesticides
Master electrician Scott Caron helps a homeowner hang a flat-panel television on the wall. Back in the workshop, Scott shows Kevin examples of many different types of electrical outlets.
S11.E17 ∙ Maintaining Kitchen Appliances/Installing a Rain Gutter
Host Kevin O'Connor meets appliance repairman Richie Isaacson to learn how to maintain kitchen appliances. Tom helps a homeowner install a rain gutter, downspout, and rain barrel.
S11.E18 ∙ Building a Storage Bench/Soldering Copper Pipes
General contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O'Connor build a storage bench for an entryway. Then, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey demonstrates how to solder copper pipes properly.
S11.E19 ∙ Caring for Orchids as Houseplants/Purchasing a Kitchen Wall Cabinet
Landscape contractor Roger Cook visits a tropical botanic garden to learn how to care for orchids as houseplants. Tom helps a homeowner purchase and install a kitchen wall cabinet.
S11.E20 ∙ Insulating Ductwork/Maintaining Clothes Washers and Dryers
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey visits Cortland, Illinois, to learn how corn is harvested. Landscape contractor Roger Cook demonstrates proper pruning technique. Kevin learns how to maintain washers and dryers.
S11.E21 ∙ Installing a Ductless Heat Pump/LED Lighting
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey and host Kevin O'Connor install a ductless heat pump to heat and cool a room. Master electrician Scott Caron demonstrates new technologies and applications for LED lighting.
S11.E22 ∙ Solving a Melted Mystery/Performing a Whole-House Energy Audit
General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner solve the mystery of her melted vinyl siding. Kevin and a specialist perform a whole-house energy audit.
S11.E23 ∙ Using Ladders Safely/Replacing a Shower Valve
General contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O'Connor demonstrate how to use all types of ladders safely. Then plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey replaces a three-handle shower valve with a single-handle anti-scald valve.
S11.E24 ∙ Installing Surge Protection/Hardscaping Projects
Master electrician Scott Caron installs several types of surge protection. Roger demonstrates how to cut and shape stones for hardscaping projects.
S11.E25 ∙ Making Custom Concrete Countertops/Cordless Landscape Tools
How to make and install custom concrete countertops. Can you install watertight connections without soldering? Cordless landscape tools.
S11.E26 ∙ Painting Kitchen Cabinets/Installing a Smart Thermostat to Reduce Energy Use
How subway trains are serviced. How to paint kitchen cabinets; estimate landscape material by the cubic yard; and how to install a smart thermostat.
S12.E1 ∙ Replacing an Old Door/Hot Water Without Waiting
Replacing a bulkhead door. Instant-on water heaters.
S12.E2 ∙ Building a Garden Bed in New Mexico/Repairing a Leaky Toilet
Raised bed gardens in New Mexico. Replacing a toilet flange.
S12.E3 ∙ Replacing a Kitchen Faucet with a Hands-Free Model/Installing a Channel Drain to Divert Rainwater
How to install a hands-free kitchen facet. How to divert rainwater in your backyard.
S12.E4 ∙ Installing a Pre-hung Front Door/Using Big Containers for Screening and Shading
Installing a pre-hung exterior door. How to use large containers for shading around the home.
S12.E5 ∙ Installing a Shade Sail Over a Deck in Santa Fe/Installing a Hybrid Water Heater to Save Energy
A member of the team learns about styles prevalent in Santa Fe, N.M. Roger teaches the proper way to use a wheelbarrow. How to install a shade sail to a deck. Richard installs a hybrid water heater.
S12.E6 ∙ Replacing a Leaky Skylight/Repairing a Noisy Toilet
Tommy replaces a leaky skylight. Richard quiets a noisy toilet.
S12.E7 ∙ Planting a Maple Tree/Working on an Underground Bathroom
Roger transplants a specimen maple tree. Fixing an underground master bathroom.
S12.E8 ∙ Preparing for Severe Weather
How to make improvements to make your home safer during a tornado, hurricane and power failure. A meteorologist describes how weather is changing and what homeowners should do to prepare.
S12.E9 ∙ Demonstrating Uses for a Router/Replacing an Air Conditioning Unit
Tom demonstrates many uses for a router. Richard replaces an air conditioning unit that freezes when it runs. And the guys ask "What Is It?"
S12.E10 ∙ Installing an Irrigation System in New Mexico/Installing a Heat-Pump Water Heater
Installing an irrigation system designed for a desert climate; new style of heat-pump water heater; reusing an old garden hose reel.
S12.E11 ∙ Installing Crown Molding in Seattle/Replacing a Rotted Fence Post
Installing crown molding; replacing a rotted fence post; difference between cement, concrete and mortar.
S12.E12 ∙ Installing a Whole-House Humidifier in North Carolina/Installing Hardwired Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Installing a Whole-House Humidifier in North Carolina; Installing Hardwired Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors.
S12.E13 ∙ Waffle Gardening in Santa Fe/Adding Mechanical Dampers to a Forced-Air Heating System
"Waffle Gardening" in Santa Fe; Adding Mechanical Dampers to a Forced-Air Heating System.
S12.E14 ∙ Repairing a Rotted Porch Post/Dealing with High Indoor Humidity
Repairing a Rotted Porch Post; Dealing With High Indoor Humidity.
S12.E15 ∙ Fitting a Mattress Up a Narrow Staircase/Repairing a Light-Switch in Seattle
Fitting a Mattress Up a Narrow Staircase; Repairing a Light-Switch in Seattle.
S12.E16 ∙ Installing a Clawfoot Tub with Shower/Installing a Permanent Fire Escape in a Bedroom
Installing a Clawfoot Tub With Shower; Installing a Permanent Fire Escape in a Bedroom.
S12.E17 ∙ Building a High Tunnel Greenhouse in Mississippi/Converting Recessed Lights Into Pendants
Building a high tunnel greenhouse; converting three recessed kitchen lights into three pendants. Selecting pliers and wrenches.
S12.E18 ∙ Queiting a Squealing Shower in New Hampshire/Installing a DIY-Friendly Security System and Video Camera
Quieting a Squealing Shower; A DIY-Friendly Security System and Video Camera.
S12.E19 ∙ Starting Plants from Seed/Building a Movable Kitchen Island
How to start plants from seed. How to prevent an outdoor hose spigot from freezing. How to build a movable kitchen island.
S12.E20 ∙ Planting a Low-Cost Privacy Screen/Sealing Ductwork from the Inside
Planting a low-cost privacy screen; and sealing duct-work without removing the walls.
S12.E21 ∙ Patching a Hole in Baseboard/Maintaining a Lawn Mower
Replacing a shower valve; repairing damage to a baseboard; keeping a lawn mower in excellent shape.
S12.E22 ∙ Celebrating 300 Episodes
Celebrating 300 episodes of "Ask This Old House" with a review of favorite moments.
S12.E23 ∙ Building a Simple Table/Getting Rid of Tree Stumps
Building a simple table from solid fir; removing tree stumps; solar energy.
S12.E24 ∙ Making a Home Accessible/Modifying a Bathroom and Dangerous Staircase
Modifying a bathroom and stairs to make them wheelchair accessible; rebuilding dangerous staircase.
S12.E25 ∙ Replacing Outdated Fluorescent Under Cabinet Lights/Working with Concrete
Replacing fluorescent under-cabinet lights with LED fixtures; working with concrete.
S12.E26 ∙ All About Kitchen Renovations/Chef Michael Symon
Installing new cabinets; countertop options; the home and restaurant kitchens of chef Michael Symon.
S13.E1 ∙ Pass Through, New Gate
Rust staining; the installation of a pass-through in a load-bearing wall; and the replacement of a poorly built fence gate.
S13.E2 ∙ Citrus Greening, Tile
Citrus greening, a disease that's killing citrus trees in Florida, is discussed. Also: replacing an old vinyl peel-and-stick floor with ceramic tile.
S13.E3 ∙ Front Door, Faucet Fix
Beneficial insects are discussed. Also: re-sizing a front door that gets stuck on the carpet whenever it's opened; and repairing an outdoor garden faucet.
S13.E4 ∙ Special Drought Show
Practical solutions for drought; meteorologist Jim Cantore shares cautionary tales from the front lines of the drought.
S13.E5 ∙ Beam Fix, New Switch
Repairing structural problems in a home; running wiring for a new ceiling fixture and switch in a living room.
S13.E6 ∙ Gas Grill, Mirror Hanging
Installing a natural gas line for a new grill; and hanging a heavy, decorative mirror on a masonry chimney. Also: what grows best in the shade.
S13.E7 ∙ Beehive, Track Lights
Setting up a beehive; and adding lighting to a dark kitchen without running new wiring.
S13.E8 ∙ Beekeeping, Adding Outlets
Harvesting honey; and adding outlets to a home.
S13.E9 ∙ Hydroponic Garden, New Spigot
A hydroponic garden is built; and a hot- and cold-water outdoor faucet is installed.
S13.E10 ∙ New Switch, Tree Care
A basement lighting system is connected to one switch; and a crab-apple tree is rejuvenated.
S13.E11 ∙ Broken Window, Toilet Turn
A broken window is replaced with a safer option; and a toilet is rotated.
S13.E12 ∙ Fire Pit, Bath Faucet
A cover for a fire pit is built; and a bathroom sink is upgraded.
S13.E13 ∙ New Trim, Wiring Pool
Interior window trim is installed; an above-ground pool is wired. Also: first-time plumbing tips.
S13.E14 ∙ Remove Shrubs, Siding
Replacing overgrown shrubs with an edible landscape; snaking drains; and replacing damaged pieces of vinyl siding.
S13.E15 ∙ Ductless Heat, Ceiling Fix
Installing a whole-house ductless heating and cooling system; and repairing a sagging plaster ceiling. Also: tips on hearing protection.
S13.E16 ∙ Tile Paint, New Faucet
Transforming an old back-splash; and installing a new kitchen faucet.
S13.E17 ∙ Sash Cord, Plant Bulbs
How to repair broken sash cords; and plant bulbs. Also: historian Doris Kearns Goodwin guests in the "What Is It?" segment.
S13.E18 ∙ Shelf, Rough Electric
Building a basic entry shelf from poplar and plywood; wiring a basement room for outlets and lighting.
S13.E19 ∙ Ceiling Fan Replacement, Bonsai Tree
S13.E20 ∙ Lightning, Sink Filter
S13.E21 ∙ Lighting, Water Main
S13.E22 ∙ Mailbox, Reuse Door
S13.E23 ∙ Noisy Heat, New Lights
S13.E24 ∙ Houseplants, US Flag
S13.E25 ∙ EV Charger, New Sink
S13.E26 ∙ Thermostat, Solar
S14.E1 ∙ Classroom Garden
In the series opener of the fourteenth season, Tom travels to Los Angeles to install an electric whole house fan in an attic. This fan will cool the home without having to run an air conditioner and save energy. Roger & Jenn work with students to build a raised-bed vegetable garden. Something homeowners could try in their own backyards. Richard explains new water heater regulations.
S14.E2 ∙ Chainsaw, Wire Garage
Roger repairs a large pothole in an asphalt driveway. Scott electrifies an old railroad lantern. Tom and Kevin build a historic-looking Shaker table. And the guys ask "What Is It?"
S14.E3 ∙ Driveway, Shaker Table
A troublesome asphalt driveway pothole is giving one homeowner fits. Roger shows how to clean out the pothole and repair it. In a "Build It" segment, watch Tom and Kevin find inspiration in an old Shaker table design and bring history to life. Watch Scott turn a vintage railroad lantern into a modern electric lamp. And a black metal box has the guys asking "What Is It?"
S14.E4 ∙ Home Energy Special
In a special episode of Ask This Old House, Richard and Kevin take a trip to Germany to discover how the country has become a world leader in energy efficiency. They find answers in the mechanical rooms of a home and a bed and breakfast. Plus, Kevin and Ross head to Texas to install a residential wind turbine in Texas.
S14.E5 ∙ Home Compost, Boiler
Jenn shows homeowners how to use organic waste to create compost. Richard checks out a troublesome steam boiler to find out why it's losing so much water. And the guys ask "What is it?"
S14.E6 ∙ Safety Lighting, Sink
Richard travels to Atlanta to replace a vessel sink with a self-rimming sink. Scott installs a motion sensor security light in a driveway. And the guys ask "What it it?"
S14.E7 ∙ Butterflies, Closet
Roger heads to Texas for a lesson on planting a butterfly garden. Tom maps out the best tools for woodworking beginners. And Scott helps a homeowner find illumination in her closet.
S14.E8 ∙ Beer, Barrel, Disposers
Kevin heads to a brewery to learn how to make his own beer at home. Bridget Lancaster from America's Test Kitchen stops by with a lesson on ales versus lagers. Tom is in Baltimore to help install a do-it-yourself rain barrel. And Richard has advice on what not to put in your disposers.
S14.E9 ∙ Childproofing, Sink
Kevin visits Delaware to help a new mother childproof her home. Richard uses his skill to fix an under counter mount sink. And Scott gives Kevin a tutorial on the latest voltage testers.
S14.E10 ∙ Winter-Weather Special
In this winter weather special, Scott offers an electrical solution to ice dams. Kevin talks climate change with Weather Channel Meteorologist Jim Cantore. Roger has a few tips on snow blower maintenance. And Richard goes over furnace upkeep.
S14.E11 ∙ Table, Grass Paver
Roger heads to Cape Cod to transform a patch of grass into a lawn, you can drive on! In "Build It," Tom and Kevin use reclaimed oak wood to create a coffee table. Richard explains how to avoid frozen pipes in the winter months. And the guys ask "What Is It?"
S14.E12 ∙ Pedestal Sink, Light
Scott heads to South Dakota to install a post light. Richard is in Delaware to replace a pedestal sink. Landscape designer Jenn Nawada explains how to make succulent plants into a piece of art. And it's a wand with three probes. "What is it?"
S14.E13 ∙ Attic Stairs, Paint
Tom checks out street caves in Saint Paul and then replaces a rickety attic staircase in Minneapolis. Richard gives a tutorial on the best blowtorches. Kevin shows a homeowner how to use paint to makeover an old kitchen.
S14.E14 ∙ Smart Home Electronics
Kevin uses a smartphone app to help a homeowner turn his front door deadbolt into an electronic entrance. Scott installs a television outdoors for a little open-air entertainment. And it's a white sphere with blue holes, but "What is it?"
S14.E15 ∙ Closet, Outdoor Lights
Tom trims a coat closet to include a shelf and hanger pole and then installs a pre-hung door. Richard explains why a toilet may be leaking. And Scott gives an old Philadelphia church a new look with an outdoor wall sconce.
S14.E16 ∙ Chicken Coop, Maple Syrup
Tom and Kevin head to Connecticut to construct a back yard chicken coop in "Build It." Jenn Nawada visits a Vermont maple syrup farm to learn how it's made. Christopher Kimball from America's Test Kitchen stops by to break down the best and worst maple syrup. And Scott explains how to choose the right USB outlet.
S14.E17 ∙ Fan, Fireplace, Roofing
Kevin heads to Fort Worth, Texas to help a homeowner reignite her old gas fireplace. Scott Caron installs an exhaust fan to eliminate odors in a kitchen. And Tom gives a step-by-step tutorial on roof shingling.
S14.E18 ∙ R-Value, Overflow
Scott heads to St. Paul to wire a light fixture to match the aesthetic of an antique home. Richard makes an old tub safe by installing an overflow. Tom explains what every homeowner should have for insulation when it comes to R-value. And the guys ask "What Is It?"
S14.E19 ∙ Hardwood Floor, Garden
Tom is ready to patch up an old hardwood floor and make it look seamless. Richard reveals the best methods to unclog a bathroom sink. Landscape designer Jenn Nawada heads to Washington, DC to plant a garden for birds and pollinators. And the guys ask, "What is it?"
S14.E20 ∙ Potatoes, Track Lights
Roger heads to Idaho to learn about growing potatoes. Kevin meets with The Weather Channel's Jim Cantore to discuss home weather stations. Scott Caron installs track lighting and lights that double as speakers. And the guys ask, "What is it?"
S14.E21 ∙ Washer/Dryer, Light
Richard installs a washer and dryer to help a homeowner with his laundry. Tom explains the proper use of a drill-driver. And Scott adds an overhead light to a dimly lit dining room.
S14.E22 ∙ Door, Herbs, Trap
Tom installs a salvaged door into an existing opening. Richard explains how a plumbing trap can lose water. And Roger gets a lesson on the best way to grow culinary herbs in your own house.
S14.E23 ∙ Lights, Fireplace
Scott Caron helps a Texas homeowner get the party started by installing some fiesta lights. Landscape designer Jenn Nawada gives a tutorial on the best tools for first-time gardeners. Kevin walks through the best options for a home fireplace. And the guys ask, "What is it?"
S14.E24 ∙ Guest Nick Offerman
Actor Nick Offerman stops by the barn to play "What is it?" and give some advice on woodworking. Tom creates a bookshelf made of black pipe in "Build It." And landscape designer Jenn Nawada helps to install a pondless waterfall.
S14.E25 ∙ Hidden Door, Hydrant
Tom heads to Salem, MA to installs a bookshelf that doubles as a hidden doorway. Scott Caron explains how he does almost any electrical project with just two tools. Richard installs a house hydrant to replace a leaky outdoor spigot. And the guys ask, "What is it?"
S14.E26 ∙ Doorbell, Home Gym
Tom and Kevin head to Montana to build an accessible home gym for a Navy SEAL injured in Afghanistan. Scott helps a homeowner replace a broken doorbell chime. And Richard explains PVC pipe terminology.
S15.E1 ∙ Windows, Robotic Mower
Tom repairs a window that slides inside a wall cavity; Richard discusses the history of lead in plumbing; Roger demonstrates a robotic lawnmower.
S15.E2 ∙ Fire Safety, Strainer
Kevin visits Chicago to explore the dangers of home fires and ways to stay safe. Scott shows off a portable generator that doesn't run on gas. Richard finds a rusted sink strainer in the kitchen. And the guys ask, "What is it?"
S15.E3 ∙ Bookshelf, Plants
Tom and Kevin use store-bought stair treads to create a bookshelf in Build It. And landscape designer Jenn Nawada transforms the look of a home's foundation by using existing plants.
S15.E4 ∙ Orchard, Water Heater
Richard replaces a tank water heater with a more efficient model. Tom gives tips on circular saws. Roger shows a homeowner how to start her own orchard. Tom gives tips on circular saws.
S15.E5 ∙ Deck, Conceal Wiring
Tom skillfully replaces a cracked deck board on a front porch. Scotts break the mold with an outlet install that uses crown molding to conceal wires. Richard answers a question about blue stains in the bathtub.
S15.E6 ∙ Room Zones, Wall Patch
An HVAC innovator demonstrates a new technology that could change the way homes are heated and cooled. Also using plaster to patch drywall.
S15.E7 ∙ Robotic Wall, Bench
A robotic wall is used to furnish a micro-apartment; and a reclaimed piece of pine is turned into a stylish bench.
S15.E8 ∙ Laundry, Table Saw
An efficient washer and dryer is picked; and a problem with a three-way switch is fixed. Also: tips on table saw safety. Richard helps a couple pick an efficient washer and dryer. Tips on table saw safety are shared.
S15.E9 ∙ Microgreens, Elevator
Kevin helps a contractor install a home elevator for a young man with disabilities. Jenn investigates how to grow micro-greens. Tom explains the best way to match historic moldings. Richard diagnoses a problem with well water.
S15.E10 ∙ Workshop, Light Switch
A woodworking shop is created in a garage; and a wireless light switch is installed. Also: plumbing's memory lane.
S15.E11 ∙ Walkway, Mead, Wiring
A rundown walkway is revitalized with bluestone; and wire connections are discussed. Also: a lesson in creating mead.
S15.E12 ∙ Heating, Hand Saw, LED
Jenn shares an environmentally safe way to keep walkways safe. Tom gives a tutorial on hand saws. Richard diagnoses a hot water radiator problem. The guys ask "What is it?" Scott installs LED lights.
S15.E13 ∙ Garden, Shed, Stains
Rooftop and small-space gardening. Also: bringing power to an outside storage space; and getting rid of ceiling stains.
S15.E14 ∙ Future House, Offerman
A tour of comedian Nick Offerman's woodworking shop. Also: measuring a home's energy consumption; and making a dish soap blunder.
S15.E15 ∙ NASA, Simulated Panels
Solving a hot water problem; and sprucing up a dining room. Also: a former NASA astronaut talks tools.
S15.E16 ∙ Build It, Downlights
A cutting board is made from scrap heart pine; an overly bright room is recast with LEDs; and mice-preventive measures are discussed.
S15.E17 ∙ Light Lift, Kentucky Lawn Care
Tips for lawn care; and a jigsaw tutorial. Also: installing a motorized lift for a chandelier.
S15.E18 ∙ Passage Set, Landscape
Tom gives a homeowner a tutorial on installing a passage set on his closet door. Jenn Nawada uses an historic design as a guide to transform an overgrown backyard. Richard shows off the latest in toilet technology.
S15.E19 ∙ Hot Water, Storm Door
Mistakes happen. Richard revisits a homeowner to repair a water heater he thought was fixed four years ago. Tom installs a storm door with a dog in mind. And home technology expert Ross Trethewey looks at voice-activated smart devices.
S15.E20 ∙ Build It, Cable Lights
A home message center is built; and cable-powered fixtures are installed. Also: the importance of carbon monoxide detectors.
S15.E21 ∙ Water Filter, Fire Pit
A whole house water filter is installed; and a patio and granite fire pit are built. Also: the differences between soft and hard wood.
S15.E22 ∙ Generator, Wood Floor
Hooking up a portable generator capable of powering an entire house; and repairing a poorly installed piece of wood floor nosing. Also: an inside look at dishwasher cycles.
S15.E23 ∙ Primer, Pipes, Heat
A clogged drain is fixed; and an electric convection heater is installed in a chilly bathroom. Also: a masking primer that leaves clean lines on a window.
S15.E24 ∙ Cedar Planter, 3D Scan
A planter box is built with western red cedar. Also: a tablet attachment that makes 3D scans of home interiors; and the need for surge protection.
S15.E25 ∙ Rain Garden, Lighting
A rain garden is planted to keep runoff and waste out of marshlands; and a dim bedroom receives new overhead lighting. Also: installing cabinet hardware accurately and consistently.
S15.E26 ∙ Hawaii Makes 50!
The guys complete the show's run of every U.S. state. Tom learns how to create a unique keepsake box from island materials in Build It. Richard looks at a new way to store solar energy. Roger helps a family grow an organic garden.
S16.E1 ∙ Water Softener, App, Shadow Box
Richard travels to the Grand Canyon to help a homeowner with hard water by installing a new type of water softener; in Future House, Ross demonstrates a home organization app; in Build It, Tom builds a shadow box using wood from an old door.
S16.E2 ∙ Tool Box, Smoke Detector, Valve
A young fan learns how to build a tool box; installing smart smoke and carbon monoxide detectors; diagnosing a leaking safety valve and installing an expansion tank to fix it.
S16.E3 ∙ Backsplash, Rainwater Feature
A homeowner has never tiled before, so Tom teaches her how using a simple technique; Richard demonstrates a wireless leak detector that prevents floods; Jenn installs a water feature that collects and reuses rainwater.
S16.E4 ∙ Patch Lawn, Toilet, Off-Grid
Roger helps reseed a dead section of lawn and blend it in with the rest of the yard; Richard shows the basics of changing a toilet; in Future House, Ross sees an off-grid home in South Carolina that's testing commercial HVAC equipment.
S16.E5 ∙ Radiator Swap, Brick Repointing
Richard replaces a small radiator with one that's the correct size; Roger demonstrates the importance of sunscreen on the jobsite; in Milwaukee, Mason Mark McCullough makes his first house call to teach a homeowner how to repoint brick.
S16.E6 ∙ Tree Removal, Garage Door Opener
The differences between water filters; and different ways to locate studs in a wall. Also: removing a tree that's leaning toward a house; and installing a smart garage door opener.
S16.E7 ∙ Happy Holidays from AskTOH!
It's the holiday season at the AskTOH barn! Tom and Kevin build a toy box for Tom's grandson; Kevin travels to UL Laboratories in Chicago to learn about preventing fires from holiday decorations; the guys exchange gifts.
S16.E8 ∙ Window Gap, Solar Drinking Water
Roger teaches how to care for orchids; Tom fixes a window that was not hung properly and is now letting air in; Mark demonstrates how to clean brick with acid; in Future House, Ross finds a solar panel that can generate drinking water.
S16.E9 ∙ Walkway Reset, Chipped Floor
Roger shows how to repair a damaged walkway, and also how to identify what caused the damage so it can be prevented; Tom patches a chipped wood floor using a Dutchman and hand tools.
S16.E10 ∙ Jimmy Diresta, Wobbly Toilet
Mark tests out different tools that collect silica dust more efficiently; Richard shims a wobbly toilet; Kevin heads to the Catskills to build a wooden slice table with Jimmy Diresta, a maker who's famous online for his how-to videos.
S16.E11 ∙ Tankless Heater, Retaining Wall
Richard heads to Milwaukee to install an instantaneous water heater; Tom demonstrates some techniques for cutting straight edges with a circular saw; Mark rebuilds a retaining wall that was stacked with the wrong material.
S16.E12 ∙ Dutch Door, Landscape Checkers
Richard shows Kevin the proper way to ventilate a sink; in Nashville, Tom converts a regular door into a Dutch door; Jenn updates a landscape by moving around, dividing, and pruning the current plants in the yard.
S16.E13 ∙ Rain Chain, Vanity Install
Roger installs a downspout alternative; painter Mauro Henrique explains the differences between various types of paintbrushes; Richard installs a vanity for homeowners who gave up on it 7 years ago; Tom shows closet storage options.
S16.E14 ∙ Lawn Care, Futuristic Workshop
Roger tends to a lawn that was seeded in the summer and is not doing well; Richard goes over low-budget kitchen upgrades; Tom travels to a futuristic workshop in San Francisco to build a stool using computer-based tools.
S16.E15 ∙ Spitting Faucet, Painting 101
Richard diagnoses and repairs a water system with air in it; in Open House, Tom analyzes a staircase that is not to code; Mauro makes his first house call to teach a homeowner the basics of painting a room.
S16.E16 ∙ Houston After Harvey
In this special episode of AskTOH, the guys head to Texas in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey to profile nonprofits working to tear down, clean out, and rebuild homes that were destroyed during the storm.
S16.E17 ∙ Metal Railing, Tile Replacement
Mark installs a metal railing using anchoring cement; in Open House, Richard weighs the pros and cons of steam heat; Tom demonstrates the correct way to replace a cracked kitchen floor tile.
S16.E18 ∙ Jimmy DiResta, Trough Planter
Richard demonstrates a solution for replacing a water main shutoff; Jenn travels to Tennessee to build a planter out of an animal feeding trough; Mark waterproofs brick; Kevin heads back to Jimmy DiResta's shop to build a sign.
S16.E19 ∙ Stair Railing, Smart Show House
Richard discusses the possible causes and solutions for a frozen air conditioner; Tom fixes an end cap on a stair railing that is loose; Ross travels to Napa to tour a house that's testing a variety of interconnected smart home devices.
S16.E20 ∙ Shower Valve, Chain Saw, Bucket Stool
In Nashville, Richard repairs and replaces a leaking shower valve; Roger explains safety features built into all chainsaws; Kevin makes a bucket stool with Ben Uyeda, a maker best known for his design-based online videos.
S16.E21 ∙ Paint Door, Wood Joints
Mauro teaches a homeowner how to paint a metal door; Mark explains how to match mortar for re-pointing jobs; Tom teaches apprentice Austin how to make a variety of different wood joints by building simple utility boxes.
S16.E22 ∙ Gutterless Gutters, Desert Plan
Tom installs an alternative to a gutter when a traditional one does not work; Ross and Richard update Kevin on a Future House technology; Jenn heads to Phoenix to recreate the desert in a homeowner's front yard.
S16.E23 ∙ Paint Stripping, Fridge Hookup
Mauro travels to Sacramento to show a homeowner the safe way to strip paint; Tom explains basic chiseling techniques; Richard helps a special homeowner hook up her refrigerator with an icemaker.
S16.E24 ∙ Reface Fireplace, Kitchen Faucet
Mark teaches apprentice Krysten how to reface a granite fireplace; Jenn gives some tips on starting an organic garden; Richard helps a homeowner replace her kitchen faucet when she realizes her shutoff valve is broken.
S16.E25 ∙ Drafty Door, Clean Paintbrushes
Tom uses multiple techniques to make a drafty door weathertight; Mauro demonstrates the most effective way to clean a paintbrush; Roger and Jenn test out a variety of battery operated lawn tools.
S16.E26 ∙ Net Zero Community, Live Edge
In Austin, Ross visits a community that plans to have all net zero energy housing; Richard demonstrates the uses of less common wrenches; Tom and Kevin build a console table using a maple slab with a live edge on it.
S17.E1 ∙ Plunge Pool, Heat Pump
Jenn installs a plunge pool for a homeowner with a small backyard; Tom gives some basic tips about insulating an attic; Richard travels to Celebration, Florida to help a homeowner select and install the right electric water heater.
S17.E2 ∙ Window Repair, Space House Tour
Mark explains how to make concrete; Tom replaces a broken pane; Ross travels to NASA Johnson Space Center to learn about the technology they use on the International Space Station to keep the astronauts alive.
S17.E3 ∙ Stone Walkway, Rustic Headboard
Mark installs a front walkway for a homeowner using natural stone; Mauro explains the uses and techniques for different types of painter's tape; Tom and Kevin build a headboard using rustic barnboard.
S17.E4 ∙ Garage Heat, DIY Security System
Richard travels to Akron, Ohio to install a garage heater; Tom teaches the basics of sanding; Ross installs a DIY security system; Mark investigates a strange issue happening to foundations in the Northeast.
S17.E5 ∙ Crown Molding, Strip Wallpaper
Installing Crown molding on cabinets with full overly doors; toilet seats; stripping wallpaper without using chemicals.
S17.E6 ∙ Storage Bench, Old Shower Valve
Tom and Kevin build a modern storage bench out of a single sheet of MDF; Richard travels to Seattle to help a homeowner whose shower runs cold whenever there's a demand for hot water elsewhere in the house.
S17.E7 ∙ Swap Door Swing, Tropical Yard
The team discusses tools that make good gifts; Jenn returns to her home state of Florida to help a homeowner design a tropical landscape for his backyard; former apprentice Nathan returns to help Tom change the swing of an entry door.
S17.E8 ∙ Fireplace Makeover, Drip Edges
Mark replaces a chipped brick in a fireplace surround and then Mauro updates it with a whitewashed look; Richard shares some advice on maintaining water heaters; Tom demonstrates the importance of a properly installed drip edge.
S17.E9 ∙ Swing Set, Robotic Constructuon
Building a swing set; building saw horses with materials left over from the job site; automated home construction.
S17.E10 ∙ Concrete Walkway, Jimmy DiResta
Replacing a concrete walkway with brick pavers; installing gas piping in a home; building a farmhouse table; guest Jimmy DiResta.
S17.E11 ∙ Seismic Retrofit, Dryer Vent
Protecting homes from earthquakes; staining concrete; why and how to change lo locks in a new home; rerouting a lengthy dryer vent.
S17.E12 ∙ Cabinet Upgrade, Secret Garden
Soft close kitchen cabinets; how gas regulators work; cleaning up an overgrown garden and redesigning it as a secret garden.
S17.E13 ∙ Closet Door, Bathroom Paint
Replacing a bifold closet door; alternatives to flower bouquets; painting a bathroom using a mold resistant paint.
S17.E14 ∙ Vertical Garden, Toilet Factory
Installing a vertical garden; uses for different drill bits; advanced in toilet engineering that help save water.
S17.E15 ∙ Stucco Repair, Gas Dryer
Repairing a crack in a concrete retaining wall with a stucco finish; air compressors; installing a gas dryer.
S17.E16 ∙ Paint Metal Railing, Wine Rack
Repainting a rusty metal railing; innovations that make cleaning a clogged sink easier; building a wire rack out of a reclaimed beam.
S17.E17 ∙ Prairie Grasses, Solar Flower
Caring for prairie grasses; making a home more resistant to wildfires; a robotic solar array mimics a sunflower.
S17.E18 ∙ Smart Irrigation, Jimmy DiResta
Upgrading an irrigation system; home inspection nightmares; kitchen renovations; building an Adirondack-style outdoor chair with Jimmy DiResta.
S17.E19 ∙ Water Filter, Bathroom Caulking
Updating a water filter on a retro faucet; the uses for different types of masonry jointers; when and how to use a Japanese pull saw; re-caulking a bathtub.
S17.E20 ∙ Foundation Repointing, Textured Ceiling
Repointing a fieldstone foundation; water management on the outside of a house; the disposal of oily rags; smoothing over a textured ceiling.
S17.E21 ∙ Stair Treads, Gas Stove Pipe
Replacing split-level stair treads; pruners; shortening a gas pipe for a new stove.
S17.E22 ∙ Restore Fireplace, Porch Swing
Killing weeds without hurting the lawn; restoring a historic fireplace built with custom bricks; thermostats; hanging a swing.
S17.E23 ∙ Scorched Floor, Hardy Plantings
Testing a smart stud finder; repairing a wood floor that had been burned; using a table saw safely; replacing and improving foundation plantings that had been crushed by snow.
S17.E24 ∙ Humidity Mystery, Brick Patch
Diagnosing and repairing an HVAC system; building a fire to prevent smoke from filling up a room; re-staining a deck.
S17.E25 ∙ Deck Staining, Water Monitoring
Sharpening a knife; re-staining a deck; building a fire; automatic water shut off valves.
S17.E26 ∙ Historic Paintings, Wood Utensils
Adding curb appeal to a house using Victorian flowers; matching paint colors; home inspection issues; hand carving wooden serving utensils.
S18.E1 ∙ Sliding Barn Door, Dry Well
Nathan installs a barn door; Tom compares roofing materials; Mark installs a dry well.
S18.E2 ∙ Nursery Paint, Record Stand
Mauro paints a nursery; Richard tests a new dryer; Tom and Kevin build a record stand.
S18.E3 ∙ Radiator, Fireplace Veneer
Jenn plants a garden; Richard reconnects a radiator; Mark replaces a fireplace surround.
S18.E4 ∙ Ductless Humidifier, Planters
Richard installs a humidifier; Ross discusses electric bills; Jenn installs a planter.
S18.E5 ∙ Built-In, Dining Room Light
Tom repairs a built-in with hand tools; Heath Eastman installs a light in a dining room.
S18.E6 ∙ Women's Repair Class, Garden
Tom checks at a women's DIY class; Jenn plants a terraced garden.
S18.E7 ∙ Switch, Affordable Geothermal
Heath installs a light switch; Ross explores affordable geothermal drilling techniques.
S18.E8 ∙ Polybutylene, Squeaky Door
Richard replaced piping; Ross discusses indoor air quality; Tom quiets a squeaky door.
S18.E9 ∙ Cable Railing, Painting Shutters
Replacing a stair railing; upgrading a door to make it more modern; cleaning and painting vinyl shutters.
S18.E10 ∙ Beehive Oven, Jimmy DiResta
Mark explains the history and function of colonial-era beehive ovens; Richard explains the failure points in toilet tanks and how to repair them; maker Jimmy DiResta invites Tom to his shop for a welding lesson.
S18.E11 ∙ Stoop, Planters, Fireplace Insert
Building a hexagon planter; reviving a stoop; home inspection nightmares; installing an electric fireplace insert.
S18.E12 ∙ Ceiling Light, Tool Storage
Installing a ceiling light; installing the temperature rating system for ceiling lights; the uses of different types of trowels; building a tool storage shelf.
S18.E13 ∙ Loose Railing, Smart Thermostat
Nathan travels to a Sears kit house in Richmond, Virginia; Mauro demonstrates how to strip paint off of old door hardware; Heath explains the uses and purposes of different types of electrical boxes.
S18.E14 ∙ Weird Shower Valve, Mossy Roof
Richard travels to Salt Lake City to replace a shower valve; Nathan demonstrates how to refinish stair treads; Tom helps a homeowner remove moss from his roof and prevent it from growing back.
S18.E15 ∙ Indoor Garden, Fireplace Hearth
Planting an indoor garden; the basics of using a saw hole; replacing a common terra cotta hearth with slate tile.
S18.E16 ∙ Dog Dish Stand, Gas Lantern
Nathan demonstrates a mobile CNC routing machine; Tom teaches a young woodworker how to build a dog dish stand; Heath explains different methods for wiring a portable generator; Richard travels to St. Louis to install a gas lantern.
S18.E17 ∙ Cherry Blossoms, Mount Rushmore
Jenn helps a homeowner select and plant a cherry tree for his own house; Mark learns about how Mount Rushmore was built; Nathan helps a homeowner to replace his traditional mortise hardware with hardware that locks.
S18.E18 ∙ Custom Screen Door, Paint Trim
Tom builds a custom screen door; Mauro paints varnishes wood.
S18.E19 ∙ Ground Wire, Fireplace Doors
Kevin works with Jenn Largesse; Heath grounds an outlet; Mark installs fireplace doors.
S18.E20 ∙ Pedestal Sink, Grout Cleaning
Richard repairs a pedestal sink; Heath discusses bathroom fans; Tom cleans dirty grout.
S18.E21 ∙ Paver Patio, Shoe Rack
Mark McCullough helps an expecting couple install a concrete paver patio; Jenn Nawada discusses the common elements she includes in outdoor kitchen designs; Tom Silva and Kevin O'Connor build a combination bench/shoe rack out of fir decking.
S18.E22 ∙ Cedar Shingles, Vegetable Garden
Tom explains the installation and maintenance of white cedar shingles; Richard Trethewey explains some of the common failure points in hose spigots; Jenn helps a couple build and plant a self-watering vegetable garden.
S18.E23 ∙ Mantel, Too Many Light Switches
Richard tests a faucet, and Mark installs a mantel. Ross and Mauro discuss why and how to remove cigarette smell from a home. Then, Heath connects 4 separate switches that control 6 lights in the same room.
S18.E24 ∙ Pantry Doors, Reflective Shingle
Nathan installs bypass doors for a pantry; Richard tests different smart automatic water shutoff valves; Ross explores asphalt roof shingles that can reflect some of the sun's heat.
S18.E25 ∙ Quartz Countertops, Firepit Kit
Kevin learns how quartz countertops are manufactured and installed. Nathan explains how to hang and display a U.S. flag, and Tom and Jenn split firewood. Then, Mark installs a fire pit that comes in a kit.
S18.E26 ∙ Shower Cartridge, Turning a Bowl
Nathan shows Kevin some old drywall paneling he found, and Richard teaches a homeowner how to clean her shower cartridge. Tom teaches Kevin the basics of using a lathe, and then they turn a bowl together.
S19.E1 ∙ All Hands on Deck
Tom walks two homeowners through the entire process for building a two-level deck, starting with pulling permits and getting a land survey all the way through to installing the deck boards and railings.
S19.E2 ∙ Preventing Plumbing Disasters
How, where and why plumbing systems fail; when and how plumbing pipes and connections can be repaired or replaced; how to prevent plumbing failures with new technology.
S19.E3 ∙ All About Walkways
Best practices for installing or repairing a walkway; installing a brand-new walkway using natural stone.
S19.E4 ∙ Landscapes Across America
How various climates across the United States impact the design, care and maintenance of different landscapes.
S19.E6 ∙ Installing Water Features
Installing a variety of different water features as accents in landscapes; installing an alternative to a downspout; installing a waterfall feature in a backyard.
S19.E7 ∙ All About Fireplaces
Different ways that fireplaces can be updated and maintained; building a custom mantel; fireplace inserts; adding granite to a fireplace.
S19.E8 ∙ Happy Holidays From AskTOH
Different Christmas tree species; waste that should not go down a garbage disposal; installing a variety of Christmas lights.
S19.E9 ∙ Reclaim Beam Mantel; Geothermal
Turning a reclaimed beam into a fireplace mantel; changing a bathroom faucet; innovations to geothermal installations.
S19.E10 ∙ Landscape Lights; Brick Walkway
Installing landscape lights in a garden; how siphons are used to make a toilet work; organizing tools with a pegboard; repairing a brick walkway.
S19.E11 ∙ Garden Upgrade; Adirondack Chair
Cleaning up a garden; how air filters catch unwanted impurities; building an air filter; building an Adirondack chair.
S19.E12 ∙ Radiator Paint; Load Bearing Wall
Replacing a valve; repainting a radiator cover that has led paint on it; identifying and removing load bearing walls.
S19.E13 ∙ Mini Split; Butcher Block
Installing a mini split unit; identifying Japanese maple trees and incorporating them into a landscape design; installing a butcher block countertop.
S19.E14 ∙ Precast Concrete; New Lamppost
Installing precast concrete steps; refinishing an old table; replacing a front lamppost.
S19.E15 ∙ Automated Landscape; Modern Bench
Exploring landscape technology; different walkway and driveway deicers and how they might impact masonry products; building a modern bench.
S19.E16 ∙ Garbage Disposal; Concrete Wall
Turning an original exterior door into a Dutch door; installing a garbage disposal; refacing a concrete wall with thin stone veneer.
S19.E17 ∙ Power Washing; Deck Lights
Sanding; using a power washer to clean siding; home inspection nightmares; installing deck railing lights.
S19.E18 ∙ Move Baseboard; Cooler Bench
Moving baseboard heat from one side of the room to another; selecting different species of arborvitae; building and outdoor bench that doubles as a cooler.
S19.E19 ∙ Flickering Lights; Brick Stairs
Installing smart irrigation; different ways to troubleshoot flickering lights; repointing a set of brick front steps.
S19.E20 ∙ Spring Projects; Paint, Prune, Spigots
Failure points in a host spigot; painting vinyl siding; how and why to maintain pruners; building a custom fence gate.
S19.E21 ∙ Echinaceas; Kitchen Punch List
Caring for echinaceas; cutting stone with a saw and chisel; replacing a kitchen sink and faucet; wrapping up kitchen projects.
S19.E22 ∙ Inspection; Door Restoration
An electrical inspection; inspection nightmares; restoring an antique front door using a variety of techniques.
S19.E23 ∙ Dishwasher Retrofit; Rolling Pin
Richard and Nathan retrofit a new dishwasher into an old kitchen; Jenn explains the uses and purposes of different types of mulch; Tom and Kevin turn a French rolling pin.
S19.E24 ∙ Flood Prevention; Deck Hangers
Installing a shut off valve for washing machine supply hoses; the progression of EV chargers; ornamental grasses; repairing a deck.
S19.E25 ∙ Colors; Fireplace Upgrade
Setting up a home gym; selecting the right paint color; upgrading a fireplace with a stacked stone veneer.
S19.E26 ∙ Working From Home
Building a flag display case; replacing a circuit breaker; the team explains how their trades were affected by COVID-19.
S19.E27 ∙ Summer Special
Tom travels to Colorado to help a couple build a swing set. Then, Jenn travels to Raleigh to build a self-watering vegetable garden, and Mark helps a homeowner build a fire pit that comes in a kit.
S19.E28 ∙ Rethinking a Garden
Not all landscape projects require starting from scratch. In this special episode, Jenn helps a few homeowners decide which plants can stay, which should go, and which ones just need a little TLC.
S19.E29 ∙ Ask This Old House: Ultimate Garage Workshop
Tom Silva travels to Chicago to transform a garage into a woodworking shop; Richard Trethewey travels to Akron, Ohio to install a heater for a garage workshop; Tom and Kevin O'Connor build a tool storage shelf.
S19.E30 ∙ Ask This Old House: Kitchen Upgrades
Kevin learns how quartz countertops are made and helps to install one; Richard repairs a hot water shutoff valve in order to replace a kitchen sink faucet; Nathan upgrades kitchen cabinets to soft-close.
S20.E1 ∙ Two-Prong Outlet; Deck Stair Rail
Pipe soldering; replacing two-prong receptacles; building, installing, and painting deck stair railings.
S20.E2 ∙ Durable Landscape; Cutting Board
Jenn creates a landscape that can withstand heavy pedestrian traffic; Richard explains the options available for water heaters; Tom and Kevin build a cutting board out of walnut, cherry, and maple.
S20.E3 ∙ Hole Patches; Threshold Repair
Jenn discusses creative options for ground cover plants; Tom demonstrates different techniques for patching wall holes; Mark demonstrates how to patch brick holes; Nathan installs a new threshold.
S20.E4 ∙ Wood Floors; DIY Ice Rink
Mauro demonstrates how to remove dried paint from a paintbrush; Tom shares the best techniques for connecting and installing tongue and groove flooring; Jenn and Nathan build a DIY ice rink.
S20.E5 ∙ Smart Doorbells; Recessed Lights
Ross discusses the pros and cons of smart doorbells; Mauro demonstrates techniques for painting wood paneling; Heath shares some of his most-used tools and helps a homeowner install recessed lights.
S20.E6 ∙ Easier Plumbing; Roofing 101
Mark explains how bricks are made and how many different varieties there are; Richard explains how solderless connections work; Tom assess and re-shingles a shed roof with asphalt shingles.
S20.E7 ∙ Fall Garden Tips; Paint Cabinets
Jenn shares her list of must have gardening tools and how to put a garden to bed before winter; Mauro demonstrates how to paint a kitchen cabinet; Nathan installs exterior front door trim.
S20.E8 ∙ An AskTOH Barn Raising
The entire team comes together to help Mark rebuild the chicken barn he lost to a fire. They reframe the barn, hook up new electrical wiring, connect a utility sink, and hang an exterior door.
S20.E9 ∙ Drill Drivers; Patio Expansion
In Tool Lab, tool expert Chris Ermides demonstrates how tables saw blades work; Heath explains why and how to use a voltage tester; Mark helps a homeowner extend her existing patio.
S20.E10 ∙ Camilla's Workshop
Working with a youth woodworker to set up a workshop in a garage; building a workbench; setting up tools and storage and building a birdhouse.
S20.E11 ∙ Holiday Projects
Jenn explains how to identify and care for holly plants; Richard explains how dishwashers work and how to troubleshoot them when they don't drain properly; Tom and Kevin turn Christmas ornaments.
S20.E12 ∙ WiFi Extension; Tub Drain
In Tool Lab, Nathan explains what different table saw blade types are used for; Ross extends WiFi service in a house; Richard replaces a faulty tub drain; the team shares their New Years' Resolutions.
S20.E13 ∙ Rot Repair; Heat Pumps
Mark shares the story of how he became a mason; Tom explains why wood rots on houses, how to prevent it, and how to repair it if it occurs; Ross explores heat pump technology.
S20.E14 ∙ Patch Plaster; Sinking Drywall
Heath explains why finish electrical work is his favorite stage of the job; Mauro demonstrates how to repair a crack in plaster; Mark raises a drywell in a driveway that is sinking below grade.
S20.E15 ∙ Celebrating 20 Years
The entire cast reflects on the 20th anniversary of ASK THIS OLD HOUSE. They'll discuss how the show was made and what they think the legacy of the television program will be moving forward.
S20.E16 ∙ Replace Vinyl Floor; Heating Bill Savings
Jenn shares the story of how she became a landscape designer; Richard and Ross explain cost-effective ways to save money on your heating bill this winter; Nathan helps a homeowner replace a vinyl kitchen floor.
S20.E17 ∙ Stone Water Fountain; Supply Chain Shortages
Jenn and Mark show how to make a stone water fountain for your garden; In Tool Lab, Nathan breaks down Miter Saw blades; The team comes together to discuss the challenges they've faced dealing with ongoing supply chain issues.
S20.E18 ∙ Porch Base Column Repair; Smart Thermostats
Richard shares how he became a plumber and what he loves about his trade; Ross talks about smart thermostats and their features; Heath explains how to understand switch legs; Tom replaces an old, rotted porch column base.
S20.E19 ∙ Shrub Harvesting; Building a Box Joint Jig
Jenn visits a nursery to learn how shrubs are planted and harvested; Ross and Nathan show cost-effective ways to air-seal your windows this winter; Tom demonstrates how to build a serving tray using a box joint jig.
S20.E20 ∙ Home Energy Assessment; Spray Paint
Nathan gives a tour of his highly organized truck; Richard shows different kinds of bidets and their functions; Mauro explains how to use spray paint for small home projects; Mark replaces an old, patched driveway with a new concrete one.
S20.E21 ∙ Front Hall Closet; Block Retaining Wall
S20.E22 ∙ Fireplace Repairs; Simple Clog Fixes
S20.E23 ∙ Window Flower Boxes; Smart Electrical Panels
S20.E24 ∙ Sagging Fence Gate; Shipping Container Pool
S20.E25 ∙ Wobbly Toilet; LED Light Bulbs
S20.E26 ∙ Vinyl Fence; Building a Beehive
S20.E27 ∙ DIY Birdbath; Dog Chew Wood Repair
S20.E28 ∙ Garage Door Replacement; Emergency Plumbing Fixes
S20.E29 ∙ All About Hydrangeas; Refinish Deck Railing
S20.E30 ∙ Replacing a Toilet Seat; Full Mortise Lockset Repair
S20.E31 ∙ All About Succulents; Under-Sink Water Filter
S20.E32 ∙ Basic Electrical Tools; Home Energy Assessment
S20.E33 ∙ Happy Father's Day
S20.E34 ∙ Moving a Ceiling Light Fixture; Tool Lab -- Finish Nailers
S20.E35 ∙ Crown Molding; Future of Solar
S20.E36 ∙ Soil Testing; Adding a Receptacle
S20.E37 ∙ Deck Chairs; Damp Basement
S20.E38 ∙ Pond Maintenance; Demilune Table
S20.E39 ∙ Pizza Oven Repair; What Is It?
S21.E1 ∙ Water Heater Autopsy, Composting
Richard performs an autopsy on a retired water heater by cutting it open to diagnose why it failed; Jenn shares her love of educating kids about the outdoors.
S21.E2 ∙ EV Chargers, China Cabinet Repair
Heath explains the three levels of EV chargers and which scenarios they work best for; Nathan helps a homeowner repair a cracked built-in china cabinet using MDF panels
S21.E3 ∙ Doorbell Retrofit, Driveway Edging
Heath helps a homeowner install a new doorbell by locating and replacing the original doorbell wiring; Mark McCullough helps a homeowner take out their old brick driveway edging and replace it with cobblestones.
S21.E4 ∙ Woodland Garden, Chimney Repairs
Jenn plants a native woodland garden; Mauro shows how to patch cracked or chipped porcelain; Mark explains common chimney problems and then shows how to repair a chimney step by step.
S21.E5 ∙ Wallpaper Restore, Gutter Repairs
S21.E6 ∙ Sandstone Repair; Awning Installation
S21.E7 ∙ Paint Bathroom Tile; Hot Water Tank Replacement
S21.E8 ∙ Little Free Library
S21.E9 ∙ Install Cabinet Hardware; Breaker Trips
Mauro discusses different types of wallpaper and what tools to use to remove it; Heath explains how different amped receptacles can cause breaker trips; Nathan upgrades a kitchen by helping a homeowner install kitchen cabinet hardware.
S21.E10 ∙ Antique Pocket Door; Shaker End Table
Nathan Gilbert and his dad, Bill, help a homeowner install an 1800s pocket door with reclaimed hardware; Ross Trethewey explains the technological advancements of induction cooktops compared to electric and gas stovetops; Kevin O'Connor travels to Atlanta to meet maker Char Miller-King, discuss her projects and how she teaches woodworking, and build a Shaker-style-inspired end table together.
S21.E11 ∙ Baby Proofing; Septic Systems
The team helps a homeowner babyproof her home. Then, Jenn Nawada discusses maintenance for houseplants. Later, Richard Trethewey explains how septic systems work.
S21.E12 ∙ Neighbors Helping Neighbors
The Ask This Old House team partners with Rebuilding Together Boston to gather volunteers, repair a homeowner's deck, construct a new patio, and install landscape lighting and plantings.
S21.E13 ∙ Fire Pit Plan; Window Restoration
Tom works with a window restoration specialist to repair a homeowners antique kitchen window; Jenn and Mark travel to Georgia to help a homeowner develop a landscape design plan and help her install the first phase: a stone fire pit.
S21.E14 ∙ Dimmer Switch Troubleshooting; Clothes Rack
Heath Eastman helps a homeowner troubleshoot why her dimmer switch is causing her track lights to flicker, and assists in fixing the issue; Tom Silva and Kevin O'Connor build DIY-friendly clothes rack out of 1x4" maple and furniture bolts.
S21.E15 ∙ Shed Organization; Pea Stone Walkway
Nathan Gilbert heads to Texas to help a mom organize her family shed; Mark McCullough shares why he says, "Don't be afraid," when teaching homeowners how to do masonry projects.
S21.E16 ∙ Wetlands; Foundation Painting
Jenn and a specialist discuss wetlands; Ask This Old House spotlights general contractor Zack Dettmore; Ross demonstrates how IAQ testing works; Mauro paints a concrete foundation.
S21.E17 ∙ Fireplace Painting; Bathtub Tray
Mauro helps a homeowner upgrade a fireplace by painting the brick; Jenn and landscape contractor Lee Gilliam discuss landscape tool maintenance; Tom and Kevin build a bathtub tray.
S21.E18 ∙ Oven Ventilation; Wireless EV Charger
Richard travels to Philadelphia to install a new gas oven and vented microwave; Jenn and Kevin head to the garden center to talk pollinator plants; Ross learns about the future of solar EV chargers.
S21.E19 ∙ Attic Insulation; Asphalt Parking Spot
S21.E20 ∙ Transition Gardens; Granite Post Sign
S21.E21 ∙ Full Sun Garden; Radiator Floor Patch
Jenn transforms a dried-out side yard into a full sun garden; Mark shares how to perform hardscape cleaning; Tom patches holes in a wood floor leftover from a previously removed radiator.
S21.E22 ∙ Cold Water Bathtub; Cornhole
Richard installs a reserve tank to fill a bathtub with hot water; Mauro shares his tips for paint project clean-up; Tom and Kevin build a set of cornhole boards; The cast have a cornhole tournament.
S21.E23 ∙ Flagstone Repairs; Tub Diverter
Richard troubleshoots a leaky shower and explains why it was a unique repair; Heath deep dives into wire gauges and the electrical load of each; Mark repairs a homeowner's flagstone entryway.
S21.E24 ∙ Hand-Turned Spindle; Replication
Tom helps a homeowner who's missing balusters from their Queen Anne Row staircase and heads to his workshop to replicate the spiral detailed spindles on his lathe. After, Tom installs the spindles.
S21.E25 ∙ Circuit; Table Saw; Fireplace Insert
Heath installs a new circuit for a breaker that trips when the dehumidifier is running; Tom demonstrates safety techniques for common table saw injuries; Richard installs a fireplace insert.
S21.E26 ∙ Sawmill; Bar Top
Nathan and Jenn brainstorm what to do with a fallen red oak tree; Nathan shows how to mill the tree; The team play a special Ask This Old House headband game; Finally, Tom and Nathan build a bar top.
S22.E1 ∙ Girl Scout Community Garden
The team helps a local Girl Scout troop rebuild a community garden.
S22.E2 ∙ String Lights; Kitchen Painting
Heath installs patio string lights; Mauro color matches a retro kitchen cabinet.
S22.E3 ∙ Shower Valve Repair; Sloped Landscape
Ask This Old House celebrates Lee Gilliam; Lee and Jenn refresh an eroding sloped yard.
S22.E4 ∙ Creosote Removal; Utility Cover
Nathan heads to Tulsa, Oklahoma to build a replacement utility cover. Ross discusses low level carbon monoxide exposure. Mark helps a homeowner clean out creosote build-up in their kitchen fireplace.
S22.E5 ∙ Generator Hookup; Brick Lintel Repair
Heath helps a homeowner install a generator hook up to the homes circuit board; Environmental contractor, Ron Peik demystifies asbestos; Mark fixes a faulty brick lintel repair on an 1833 home.
S22.E6 ∙ Double Pane Windows; Paint Bench
Mauro shares the importance of prep work. Then, he and Kevin whitewash an outdoor bench; Tom learns how double pane glass is made and then repairs a broken window.
S22.E7 ∙ Rain Garden; Wrought Iron Railing
Jenn heads to Portland, Oregon to help a couple install a rain garden; Ross shares how moisture meters can detect unseen water damage; Mark installs a railing on concrete steps.
S22.E8 ∙ Winter Prep; Miter Saw Station
Lee shares key tools and products in a winter weather kit; Richard shares a unique water heater; Mark shares homeowner-friendly masonry tools; Tom and Kevin build a new miter saw station.
