Ask This Old House S09E26 · Yard Clean Up; Installing Carpet Tiles

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Landscaping contractor Roger Cook and host Kevin O'Connor head outside to do some yard clean-up using rakes, blowers and lawn vacuums. Then, up in the loft, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows Kevin how HVAC thermostat technology has evolved over the years. Next, general contractor Tom Silva and Kevin install carpet tiles over a concrete basement floor.

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1. 1 1. Water and Drain Lines for a Sink; Rescuing Improperly Planted Trees2010-10-07 · 30mPlumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey kicks off the 9th season of Ask This Old House by helping a homeowner in Canada install a new kitchen sink. Then, up in the loft, gene
2. 2 2. Balusters an a Staircase; Laying a Stone Footpath2010-10-14 · 30mGeneral contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner install balusters on his new staircase. Then Tom, along with host Kevin O'Connor, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey, and
3. 3 3. Attic Storage Space; Repairing a Broken Doorbell2010-10-21 · 30mGeneral contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner find additional storage space by creating a new doorway into an unused attic. Then Tom, along with landscaping contractor Roger Cook,
4. 4 4. Repairing a Rotted Windowsill; Installing an Outdoor Faucet2010-10-28 · 30mGeneral contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner repair a rotted windowsill. Then Tom, along with host Kevin O'Connor, landscaping contractor Roger Cook, and plumbing and heating exp
5. 5 5. Wheelchair Accessible Raised Garden Bed; Fixing a Leaky Roof2010-11-04 · 30mLandscaping contractor Roger Cook builds a raised garden bed that is accessible by wheelchair. Then, general contractor Tom Silva shows a homeowner how to repair a leak in his roof
6. 6 6. Choosing Groundcover; Installing Hydronic Baseboard Heaters2010-11-11 · 30mLandscaping contractor Roger Cook and plant expert Carrie Kelly discuss different types of groundcover. Then, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner warm u
7. 7 7. Circular Patio and Fire Pit; Repairing Brick Stairs2010-11-18 · 30mLandscaping contractor Roger Cook heads to Fargo, North Dakota, where he and a local crew help a homeowner build a new circular patio and fire pit. Then Roger, along with host Kevi
8. 8 8. Energy-Efficient Storm Door; Cutting and Soldering Copper Pipes2010-11-25 · 30mGeneral contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner install a new energy-efficient storm door. Then, up in the loft, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows host Kevin O'Con
9. 9 9. Uneven Stone Patio; Repainting a Rusty Bulkhead Door2010-12-02 · 30mLandscaping contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner repair an uneven stone patio. Then Roger, along with host Kevin O'Connor, general contractor Tom Silva, and plumbing and heating
10. 10 10. Hot Water Radiant Tubing; Joint Compound on Drywall Corners2010-12-09 · 30mPlumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner heat his newly remodeled kitchen by installing hot water radiant tubing underneath the floor. Then Richard, along wi
11. 11 11. Loose Carpeting on a Staircase; Tools for Digging; Recessed Lights2010-12-16 · 30mGeneral contractor Tom Silva helps an old friend repair the loose carpeting on his staircase. Then, landscaping contractor Roger Cook shows host Kevin O'Connor several different ty
12. 12 12. Forced-Air Furnace and Air Conditioning; Damaged Oak Flooring2010-12-23 · 30mPlumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a pair of homeowners reduce their utility bills by installing a new forced-air furnace and air conditioning system. Then, genera
13. 13 13. Sharpening Chains; Fixing a Leaky Rain Gutter; Fiberglass Bathtub2010-12-30 · 30mLandscaping contractor Roger Cook and chainsaw expert Tim Ard demonstrate safe chainsaw use and a brand new way to sharpen chains. Then, general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeow
14. 14 14. Second Bathroom Sink; Large Crack in a Concrete Block Foundation2011-01-06 · 30mPlumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner install a second sink into an existing bathroom vanity. Next, landscaping contractor Roger Cook shares a viewer tip
15. 15 15. Lawn Mowing; Building a Backyard Deck2011-01-13 · 30mLandscaping contractor Roger Cook shows host Kevin O'Connor a few helpful techniques for mowing a lawn. Then, general contractor Tom Silva helps two homeowners begin building the b
16. 16 16. Completing a Backyard Deck; Hidden Deck-Fastening Systems2011-01-20 · 30mGeneral contractor Tom Silva helps two homeowners complete the construction of their new backyard deck. Then, back in the workshop, Tom shows host Kevin O'Connor a few other types
17. 17 17. Rainwater from Gutters; Pliers; Insulating an Attic Floor2011-01-27 · 30mLandscaping contractor Roger Cook shows host Kevin O'Connor a few ways to deal with rainwater from gutters and downspouts. Then, up in the workshop, plumbing and heating expert Ric
18. 18 18. Painting Interior Walls; Water Heater with a Valve Preventing Floods2011-02-03 · 30mUp in the workshop, expert painter Mark O'Lalor shows host Kevin O'Connor a few tricks and techniques for painting an interior wall. Then Kevin, along with landscaping contractor R
19. 19 19. Narrow Garden Bed; Workshop in Memphis; Wood-Burning Insert2011-02-10 · 30mIn the first episode of a two-part road trip through America's heartland, landscaping contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner in Wichita, Kansas plant a narrow garden bed near her
20. 20 20. Outdoor Outlets; Flower Bulbs; Graceland; Worn-Out Cabinets2011-02-17 · 30mThe conclusion of the road trip through America's heartland. Included: installing an outdoor electrical outlet; planting flower bulbs; replacing worn-out kitchen-cabinet hardware.
21. 21 21. Solar Water Heating; Electrical Safety Devices; Support Posts2011-02-24 · 30mInstalling a solar water-heating system; replacing rotting support posts under a backyard deck. Also: devices that make residential electrical systems safer.
22. 22 22. Antique Door Hardware; Geothermal Home Heating and Cooling2011-03-03 · 30mHost Kevin O'Connor and general contractor Tom Silva demonstrate how to select and install antique and reproduction door hardware. Then, Kevin and Tom, along with plumbing and heat
23. 23 23. Splitting Firewood; Paintbrushes; Connecting a Bar Sink to a Sewer2011-03-10 · 30mLandscaping contractor Roger Cook and host Kevin O'Connor show some different methods and tools for splitting firewood. Then, back in the workshop, professional painter Jeff Young
24. 24 24. Tool Storage Cabinet; Protecting a House From Flood Damage2011-03-17 · 30mUp in the workshop, general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O'Connor build a tool storage cabinet, perfect for any basement or garage. Then, Tom and Kevin, along with landscapi
25. 25 25. Removing Vinyl; Vintage House Parts; Eliminating Gurgling Sounds2011-03-24 · 30mGeneral contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner remove a vinyl kitchen floor. Then host Kevin O'Connor tours a well-stocked architectural salvage yard for vintage house parts. Back
26. 26 26. Yard Clean Up; Installing Carpet Tiles2011-03-31 · 30mLandscaping contractor Roger Cook and host Kevin O'Connor head outside to do some yard clean-up using rakes, blowers and lawn vacuums. Then, up in the loft, plumbing and heating ex