Ask This Old House - Season 9

Ask This Old House - Season 9

Season 9

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Episodes26
DatesOkt. 7, 2010 - März 31, 2011
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Episodes

Water and Drain Lines for a Sink; Rescuing Improperly Planted Trees
Season 9Episode 160 min

Water and Drain Lines for a Sink; Rescuing Improperly Planted Trees

Plumbing 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, general contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O'Connor some tools that no home workshop should be without. Then, landscaping contractor Roger Cook and arborist Matt Foti rescue a tree from "volcano mulching.
Okt. 7, 2010
Balusters an a Staircase; Laying a Stone Footpath
Season 9Episode 260 min

Balusters an a Staircase; Laying a Stone Footpath

General 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 landscaping contractor Roger Cook ask, "What is it?" Then, Roger helps a homeowner install a new stone footpath.
Okt. 14, 2010
Attic Storage Space; Repairing a Broken Doorbell
Season 9Episode 360 min

Attic Storage Space; Repairing a Broken Doorbell

General 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, host Kevin O'Connor, and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Afterward, Richard shares a viewer tip on how to create a faucet wrench from a standard PVC pipe. Then, Kevin and an electrician help a homeowner repair a broken doorbell.
Okt. 21, 2010
Repairing a Rotted Windowsill; Installing an Outdoor Faucet
Season 9Episode 460 min

Repairing a Rotted Windowsill; Installing an Outdoor Faucet

General 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 expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Then, Roger shows Kevin a few gardening tools designed for people with limited mobility. Afterward, Richard helps a homeowner install an outdoor faucet.
Okt. 28, 2010
Wheelchair Accessible Raised Garden Bed; Fixing a Leaky Roof
Season 9Episode 560 min

Wheelchair Accessible Raised Garden Bed; Fixing a Leaky Roof

Landscaping 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 caused by a worn-out plumbing vent gasket.
Nov. 4, 2010
Choosing Groundcover; Installing Hydronic Baseboard Heaters
Season 9Episode 660 min

Choosing Groundcover; Installing Hydronic Baseboard Heaters

Landscaping contractor Roger Cook and plant expert Carrie Kelly discuss different types of groundcover. Then, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner warm up her cold living room by installing new hydronic baseboard heaters. Afterward, back at the workshop, general contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O'Connor a new product that makes it easier to mark and cut openings for electrical outlets in wallboard.
Nov. 11, 2010
Circular Patio and Fire Pit; Repairing Brick Stairs
Season 9Episode 760 min

Circular Patio and Fire Pit; Repairing Brick Stairs

Landscaping 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 Kevin O'Connor, general contractor Tom Silva, and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Then, Tom and Kevin head outside to repair a set of brick stairs.
Nov. 18, 2010
Energy-Efficient Storm Door; Cutting and Soldering Copper Pipes
Season 9Episode 860 min

Energy-Efficient Storm Door; Cutting and Soldering Copper Pipes

General 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'Connor how to cut and solder copper plumbing pipes and fittings. Then, landscaping contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner reduce the size of an overgrown privet hedge.
Nov. 25, 2010
Uneven Stone Patio; Repainting a Rusty Bulkhead Door
Season 9Episode 960 min

Uneven Stone Patio; Repainting a Rusty Bulkhead Door

Landscaping 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 expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Then, Kevin and painting contractor Mauro Henrique help a homeowner repaint a rusty metal bulkhead door.
Dez. 2, 2010
Hot Water Radiant Tubing; Joint Compound on Drywall Corners
Season 9Episode 1060 min

Hot Water Radiant Tubing; Joint Compound on Drywall Corners

Plumbing 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 with host Kevin O'Connor, landscaping contractor Roger Cook, and general contractor Tom Silva ask, "What is it?" Afterward, Tom shows Kevin how to apply joint compound to drywall corners. Then Roger and Kevin head outside for a few lessons on using a wheelbarrow properly.
Dez. 9, 2010
Loose Carpeting on a Staircase; Tools for Digging; Recessed Lights
Season 9Episode 1160 min

Loose Carpeting on a Staircase; Tools for Digging; Recessed Lights

General 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 types of shovels and other tools for digging. Afterward, Kevin heads to Pasadena, California where he and a local electrician help a homeowner install recessed lights in a kitchen ceiling.
Dez. 16, 2010
Forced-Air Furnace and Air Conditioning; Damaged Oak Flooring
Season 9Episode 1260 min

Forced-Air Furnace and Air Conditioning; Damaged Oak Flooring

Plumbing 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, general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner repair damage to her oak flooring that was caused by a leaky radiator.
Dez. 23, 2010
Sharpening Chains; Fixing a Leaky Rain Gutter; Fiberglass Bathtub
Season 9Episode 1360 min

Sharpening Chains; Fixing a Leaky Rain Gutter; Fiberglass Bathtub

Landscaping 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 homeowner with a leaky rain gutter. Back in the workshop, Roger and Tom, along with host Kevin O'Connor and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Then, Richard and Kevin install a new fiberglass bathtub and shower enclosure.
Dez. 30, 2010
Second Bathroom Sink; Large Crack in a Concrete Block Foundation
Season 9Episode 1460 min

Second Bathroom Sink; Large Crack in a Concrete Block Foundation

Plumbing 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 that makes yard clean-up a little easier. Then, general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner repair a large crack in his concrete block foundation.
Jan. 6, 2011
Lawn Mowing; Building a Backyard Deck
Season 9Episode 1560 min

Lawn Mowing; Building a Backyard Deck

Landscaping 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 backyard deck of their dreams.
Jan. 13, 2011
Completing a Backyard Deck; Hidden Deck-Fastening Systems
Season 9Episode 1660 min

Completing a Backyard Deck; Hidden Deck-Fastening Systems

General 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 of hidden deck-fastening systems.
Jan. 20, 2011
Rainwater from Gutters; Pliers; Insulating an Attic Floor
Season 9Episode 1760 min

Rainwater from Gutters; Pliers; Insulating an Attic Floor

Landscaping 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 Richard Trethewey talks "All About" pliers. Then Roger, Kevin, Richard, and general contractor Tom Silva ask, "What is it?" Afterward, Tom and Kevin insulate an attic floor using fiberglass batts and blown-in insulation.
Jan. 27, 2011
Painting Interior Walls; Water Heater with a Valve Preventing Floods
Season 9Episode 1860 min

Painting Interior Walls; Water Heater with a Valve Preventing Floods

Up 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 Roger Cook, general contractor Tom Silva, and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Afterward, Richard helps a homeowner install a new water heater with an electronic valve that prevents floods due to water leaks.
Feb. 3, 2011
Narrow Garden Bed; Workshop in Memphis; Wood-Burning Insert
Season 9Episode 1960 min

Narrow Garden Bed; Workshop in Memphis; Wood-Burning Insert

In 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 driveway. Then, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey, general contractor Tom Silva, and host Kevin O'Connor conduct home improvement workshops with live audiences in Memphis, Tennessee, Little Rock, Arkansas, and Tulsa, Oklahoma. Afterward, Richard and a local contractor make an old fireplace more energy efficient by installing a wood-burning insert.
Feb. 10, 2011
Outdoor Outlets; Flower Bulbs; Graceland; Worn-Out Cabinets
Season 9Episode 2060 min

Outdoor Outlets; Flower Bulbs; Graceland; Worn-Out Cabinets

The conclusion of the road trip through America's heartland. Included: installing an outdoor electrical outlet; planting flower bulbs; replacing worn-out kitchen-cabinet hardware. Also: a tour of Elvis Presley's Graceland estate in Memphis.
Feb. 17, 2011
Solar Water Heating; Electrical Safety Devices; Support Posts
Season 9Episode 2160 min

Solar Water Heating; Electrical Safety Devices; Support Posts

Installing a solar water-heating system; replacing rotting support posts under a backyard deck. Also: devices that make residential electrical systems safer.
Feb. 24, 2011
Antique Door Hardware; Geothermal Home Heating and Cooling
Season 9Episode 2260 min

Antique Door Hardware; Geothermal Home Heating and Cooling

Host 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 heating expert Richard Trethewey and landscaping contractor Roger Cook ask, "What is it?" Afterward, Richard shows a homeowner how a geothermal home heating and cooling system works.
März 3, 2011
Splitting Firewood; Paintbrushes; Connecting a Bar Sink to a Sewer
Season 9Episode 2360 min

Splitting Firewood; Paintbrushes; Connecting a Bar Sink to a Sewer

Landscaping 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 shows Kevin how to choose, use, and care for paintbrushes. Then Kevin and Roger, along with general contractor Tom Silva and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Then Richard uses an electric pump to connect a basement bar sink to a sewer drain.
März 10, 2011
Tool Storage Cabinet; Protecting a House From Flood Damage
Season 9Episode 2460 min

Tool Storage Cabinet; Protecting a House From Flood Damage

Up 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 landscaping contractor Roger Cook and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Then Kevin works with a damage prevention specialist to protect a house from catastrophic floods.
März 17, 2011
Removing Vinyl; Vintage House Parts; Eliminating Gurgling Sounds
Season 9Episode 2560 min

Removing Vinyl; Vintage House Parts; Eliminating Gurgling Sounds

General 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 in the workshop, Kevin and Tom, along with landscaping contractor Roger Cook and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Afterward, Richard helps a homeowner eliminate a gurgling sound coming from his bathroom plumbing.
März 24, 2011
Yard Clean Up; Installing Carpet Tiles
Season 9Episode 2660 min

Yard Clean Up; Installing Carpet Tiles

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.
März 31, 2011

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