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Ask This Old House

Summary Kevin O'Connor, Tom Silva, Richard Trethewey, and Roger Cook take on some pretty big projects on This Old House, which means they can only work on one or two projects a year. Homeowners have many home-improvement questions for them on smaller projects. Hosted by Kevin O'Connor, Ask This Old House addresses these problems and answers view...

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Ask This Old House
S11 • Episode 10
Properly Mulching Garden Beds/Installing a Natural Gas Line
Air Date: Dec 8, 2012
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Summary Kevin O'Connor, Tom Silva, Richard Trethewey, and Roger Cook take on some pretty big projects on This Old House, which means they can only work on one or two projects a year. Homeowners have many home-improvement questions for them on smaller projects. Hosted by Kevin O'Connor, Ask This Old House addresses these problems and answers view...

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Episode 1 • Oct 6, 2012
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.
Episode 2 • Oct 13, 2012
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.
Episode 3 • Oct 20, 2012
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.
Episode 4 • Oct 27, 2012
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.
Episode 5 • Nov 3, 2012
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.
Episode 6 • Nov 10, 2012
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.
Episode 7 • Nov 17, 2012
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.
Episode 8 • Nov 24, 2012
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.
Episode 9 • Dec 1, 2012
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.
Episode 10 • Dec 8, 2012
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.
Episode 11 • Dec 15, 2012
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.
Episode 12 • Dec 22, 2012
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.
Episode 13 • Dec 29, 2012
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.
Episode 14 • Jan 5, 2013
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.
Episode 15 • Jan 12, 2013
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.
Episode 16 • Jan 19, 2013
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.
Episode 17 • Jan 26, 2013
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.
Episode 18 • Feb 2, 2013
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.
Episode 19 • Feb 9, 2013
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.
Episode 20 • Feb 16, 2013
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.
Episode 21 • Feb 23, 2013
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.
Episode 22 • Mar 2, 2013
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.
Episode 23 • Mar 9, 2013
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.
Episode 24 • Mar 16, 2013
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.
Episode 25 • Mar 23, 2013
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.
Episode 26 • Mar 30, 2013
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.
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Tom Silva

Self - General Contractor

Richard Trethewey

Self - Plumbing and Heating Expert, Self - Plumbing & Heating Expert, Self - Plumbing & Heating Contractor

Kevin O'Connor

Self - Host, Self - Homeowner

Roger Cook

Self - Landscape Contractor, Self - Landscaping Contractor

Jenn Nawada Evans

Self - Landscape Contractor, Self - Landscape Designer

Mark McCullough

Self - Mason

Ross Trethewey

Self - Home Technology Expert, Self - Building Engineer, Self - Renewable Energy Expert

Mauro Henrique

Self - Painter

Nathan Gilbert

Self - Carpenter

Heath Eastman

Self - Master Electrician, Self - Electrician

Scott Caron

Self - Master Electrician

Lee Gilliam

Self - Landscaper

Jenn Largesse

Self, Self - Maker, Self - This Old House DIY Expert

Jimmy DiResta

Self - Maker

Carrie Kelly

Self, Self - Gardening Expert, Self - Horticulturalist, Self - Horticulturist, Self - Houseplant Expert, Self - Plant Specialist

Jim Cantore

Self - Meteorologist: The Weather Channel

Matt Foti

Self - Certified Arborist, Self

Steve Thomas

Self - Host

Dave

Self - Homeowner

Fred Pape

Self - Installer, Self - Pond Expert

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