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. See how homeowners can use organic garbage to create soil. It's trash day and Jenn is ready to recycle. Watch Richard and Kevin investigate mechanical rooms on their trip to Germany and explain why the country is a world leader in energy efficiency.
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.įrom chaps to eye protection, watch Roger and Kevin go over the dos and dont's of chainsaw use.Ī driveway pothole is more than meets the eye for Roger. Shrub Harvesting, Building A Box Joint Jig Watch Tom keep things cool on the West Coast with a whole house fan installation. Roger teaches Kevin about lengths to consider when mowing the lawn.
Smart Thermostat Install/Barn Solar Install Roger heads to Maine to help a homeowner plant an indoor tropical garden with plants from Jamaica.Įlectrical Vehicle Charger Install/Kitchen Sink InstallĮlectrician Scott Caron helps a homeowner install an electric vehicle charger next to his house. Maine Tropical Houseplants/USA Flag Build 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. Stone Water Fountain, Supply Chain Shortages 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. Porch Base Column Repair, Smart Thermostats Richard helps a homeowner quiet a noisy baseboard heating system. Tom and Kevin discuss kitchen island dimensions. You can find out the exact date and time by checking the program schedule for your area by visiting and looking for Season 12 Episode 20.Noisy Baseboard Heating Fix/Recessed Kitchen Lighting Install The program is officially slated to air March 20 th but some PBS affiliate stations may decide to run it at a different time. Most people are unaware of the role that duct leakage plays in energy waste and indoor comfort and we suspect this program will help spread the word.īe sure to check out the specific airtime for your exact location. Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva teaches a homeowner how to replace split-level stair treads in his midcentury.
If you or anyone you know is interested in real energy savings or who continues to live in a home with rooms that never seem to get warm enough in the winter or cool enough in the summer (most all of us!), then this program will be a real eye opener. How to Update Oak Stair Treads and Risers Ask This Old House. Trethewey asked all the right questions, pointed out all the right issues and came to all the right conclusions at the end of the sealing process. Richard had his sleeves rolled up and was thoroughly engaged with the Aeroseal team from Boucher Energy, who were brought in to manage the project. I haven’t seen the final cut yet, but I was there for the taping and know that Trethewey and the rest of the This Old House crew were really impressed with the Aeroseal technology. In episode #1220, they visit a Boston-area home to assist a young couple who are looking to improve their home’s room-to-room comfort issues as well as reduce high energy bills. On Ask This Old House, the show’s team of experts tackles specific questions and concerns submitted by viewers. Together, these two shows represent the first and most trusted programs about home renovation and remodeling. So, as you can imagine, we’ve reserved the Lazy Boy recliner in front of the television set for March 20 th, in anticipation of Season 12 – Episode 20 of Ask This Old House, featuring a segment on duct leaks and the use of Aeroseal to increase home comfort and reduce energy waste.Īsk This Old House is the follow up program to This Old House.
It’s another thing entirely when a trusted and respected industry professional tells a homeowner it’s good stuff.Īnd there are few home renovation experts better known or more trusted than Richard Trethewey the HVAC specialist on PBS’s long-standing home improvement and remodeling program This Old House. It’s one thing to have an Aeroseal dealer tell a homeowner how wonderful aerosol duct sealing is for their house.