Ask This Old House

1 season available

General contractor Tom Silva, heating and plumbing master Richard Trethewey and landscaper Roger Cook join host Kevin O'Connor; they assist homeowners with some of their most difficult home improvement challenges.

Baby Proofing; Septic Systems

S21 E11

Babyproofing a house by replacing old receptacles and installing cabinet locks and baby gates; the basics of caring for houseplants; how a septic system works and how to maintain it.

Neighbors Helping Neighbors

S21 E12

The team partners with Rebuilding Together Boston to repair a deck, construct a patio and install landscape lighting and new plantings.

Fire Pit Plan; Window Restoration

S21 E13

Repairing a deck; constructing a patio; installing landscape lighting and new plantings; installing a fire pit.

Dimmer Switch Troubleshooting; Clothes Rack

S21 E14

Repairing an antique window; interior paint finishes; developing a landscape design for a small backyard; installing a stone fire pit.