Preventing Plumbing Disasters
Ask This Old House - S19 - E2
Richard explains how, where, and why plumbing systems fail; Richard gives a deep dive on when and how plumbing pipes and connections can be repaired or replaced; Ross explains and demonstrates how to prevent plumbing failures with new technology.
Ask This Old House: Season 19 - 30 Episode s
19x1 - All Hands on Deck
October 1, 2020
In this special episode of Ask This Old House, 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.
19x2 - Preventing Plumbing Disasters
October 8, 2020
Richard explains how, where, and why plumbing systems fail; Richard gives a deep dive on when and how plumbing pipes and connections can be repaired or replaced; Ross explains and demonstrates how to prevent plumbing failures with new technology.
19x3 - All About Walkways
October 15, 2020
In this special episode of Ask This Old House, Roger, Jenn and Mark explain best practices for installing or repairing a walkway; Mark helps a homeowner install a brand new walkway using natural stone.
19x4 - Landscapes Across America
October 22, 2020
In this special episode of Ask This Old House, Jenn explains how various climates across the United States impact the design, care, and maintenance of different landscapes, which includes discussing USDA Hardiness Zones and native plant species.
19x5 - All About Windows
October 29, 2020
Tom and Kevin explain everything you need to know about using, installing, maintaining and repairing a window.
19x6 - Installing Water Features
November 5, 2020
Jenn and Roger install a variety of different water features to accentuate landscapes; Roger installs an alternative to a downspout; Jenn installs a waterfall feature in a backyard that reuses water.
19x7 - All About Fireplaces
November 12, 2020
In this special episode of Ask This Old House, Tom and Mark tell you everything you need to know about fireplaces; Tom builds a custom mantel for a homeowner; Richard discusses fireplace inserts; Mark replaces the hearth of a fireplace with granite.
19x8 - String Lights, Christmas Trees, & Happy Holidays!
November 19, 2020
Jenn discusses Christmas trees; Richard explains what can and can’t go down a garbage disposal after holiday dinners; Heath helps a homeowner safely install a variety of Christmas lights.
19x9 - Reclaim Beam Mantel, Geothermal
January 2, 2021
Nathan helps a homeowner turn a reclaimed beam into a fireplace mantel; Richard demonstrates how to change a bathroom faucet; Ross explores innovations to geothermal installations.
19x10 - Landscape Lights, Brick Walkway
January 7, 2021
Heath installs landscape lights in a garden; Richard explains how siphons work and how they are used to make a toilet work; Tom organizes tools with pegboard; Mark helps a homeowner redo his walkway.
19x11 - Garden Upgrade, Adirondack Chair
January 14, 2021
Jenn demonstrates how to clean up a garden; Ross explains how air filters can catch unwanted air impurities and demonstrates how to build a DIY one; Tom and Kevin build an Adirondack chair.
19x12 - Radiator Paint, Load Bearing Wall
January 21, 2021
Richard replaces a weird shower valve with a conventional pressure balanced one; Mauro repaints a radiator cover with lead paint on it; Tom explains how to identify and remove load bearing walls.
19x13 - Mini Split, Butcher Block
January 28, 2021
Richard explains how a mini split unit is installed; Jenn explains how to identify Japanese maple trees and how to incorporate them in a landscape design; Nathan installs a butcher block countertop.
19x14 - Precast Concrete, New Lamppost
February 4, 2021
Mark learns how precast concrete steps are made and then replaces a homeowner's steps; Mauro explains how to refinish an old table; Heath helps a homeowner replace his front lamppost with a new one.
19x15 - Automated Landscape, Modern Bench
February 11, 2021
Ross explores ways that landscaping could be done automatically; Mark goes over different walkway and driveway deicers and how they might impact masonry products; Tom and Kevin build a modern bench.
19x16 - Garbage Disposal, Concrete Wall
February 18, 2021
Tom travels to Nashville to turn an original, exterior door into a Dutch door; Richard explains how to install a garbage disposal; Mark and Jenn reface a concrete wall with thin stone veneer.
19x17 - Power Washing, Deck Lights
April 1, 2021
Tom explains how different sanders work and how to sand well; Mauro shows how to use a power washer to clean siding; the team share more home inspection nightmares; Heath installs deck railing lights.
19x18 - Move Baseboard, Cooler Bench
April 8, 2021
Richard moves baseboard heat from one side of a room to another; Jenn explains the basics of selecting different species of arborvitae; Tom and Kevin build an outdoor bench that doubles as a cooler.
19x19 - Flickering Lights, Brick Stairs
April 15, 2021
Jenn travels to Orlando to upgrade a homeowner's irrigation system with a smart one; Heath explains a few different ways to troubleshoot flickering lights; Mark repoints a set of brick front steps.
19x20 - Spring Projects: Paint, Prune, Spigots
April 22, 2021
Richard explains a variety of failure points in a hose spigot; Mauro demonstrates the how to paint vinyl siding; Jenn explains how and why to maintain pruners; Nathan builds a custom fence gate.
19x21 - Echinaceas, Kitchen Punch List
April 29, 2021
Jenn explains how to care for echinaceas; Mark explains how to cut stone with a saw and chisel; Richard replaces a kitchen sink and faucet; Tom helps a homeowner wrap up a few kitchen projects.
19x22 - Inspection, Door Restoration
May 6, 2021
Heath performs an electrical inspection; the team share more Home Inspection Nightmares; Tom helps two homeowners meticulously restore their antique front door using a variety of techniques.
19x23 - Dishwasher Retrofit, Rolling Pin
May 13, 2021
Richard and Nathan retrofit a new dishwasher into an old kitchen; Mauro paints wood paneling; Tom and Kevin turn a French rolling pin.
19x24 - Flood Prevention, Deck Hangers
May 20, 2021
Richard installs a shutoff valve for washing machine supply hoses; Ross and Heath discuss the progression of EV chargers; Jenn discusses ornamental grasses; Nathan helps a homeowner repair her deck.
19x25 - Colors, Fireplace Upgrade
May 27, 2021
Kevin and Tom travel to Montana to set up an accessible home gym for a Navy SEAL veteran; Mauro shares how to select the right paint color; Mark updates a fireplace with a stacked stone veneer.
19x26 - Working from Home
June 3, 2021
Nathan builds a display case to store his grandfather's U.S. flag; Heath replaces a circuit breaker; the team shares the ways their trades were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
19x27 - Summer Special
July 8, 2021
It's summertime and the team are here to help with some fun outdoor projects! Tom travels to Colorado to help a couple build a swing set for their young son; Jenn travels to Raleigh, North Carolina to help a couple build a self-watering vegetable garden that will survive even if they go away on vacation; Mark helps a homeowner build a cost effective firepit for his backyard that comes in a kit.
19x28 - Rethinking a Garden
September 2, 2021
Not all landscape projects require starting from scratch. Many times, working with plants already there can make a huge impact. In this special episode, Jenn Nawada uses an historic landscape design from a protege of Frederick Law Olmsted to transform a yard. She updates a landscape by moving around, dividing, and pruning current plants in the yard. Finally, she designs a secret garden.
19x29 - Ultimate Garage Workshop
September 9, 2021
19x30 - Kitchen Upgrades
September 16, 2021
Ask This Old House: All seasons
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26 Episode s
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26 Episode s
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26 Episode s
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26 Episode s
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26 Episode s
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26 Episode s
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26 Episode s
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26 Episode s
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26 Episode s
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26 Episode s
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26 Episode s
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26 Episode s
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26 Episode s
S19: Season 19
30 Episode s
S20: Season 20
39 Episode s
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26 Episode s
S22: Season 22
26 Episode s
S23: Season 23
14 Episode s