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S35 E20: Water, Water Everywhere
A local historian offers a look at Arlington's ice-harvesting industry. Richard addresses the water pressure problem. Tom fits flooring. Kevin finds a business that replicates historic wooden gutters.
S12 E20: Privacy Screen, Ductwork
Roger helps a homeowner plant a low-cost, low-maintenance privacy screen. Tommy demonstrates many uses for a speed square. Richard uses new technology to seal ductwork from the inside.
What Is It? | Clear Plastic Coil
General contractor Tom Silva asks the crew about the purpose of open-ended plastic coils
What Is It? | Object with Blue Base and Rods
General contractor Tom Silva asks the crew to guess the use of a device with a weighted base and stainless-steel rods
What Is It? | Black Device with Spinning Control Unit
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey asks the crew the function of a black object with five ports and a spinning control unit
Fresh Start for a Master Bath
A layout overhaul and classic fixtures deliver a dreamy master bath
What Are Lawn Weeds Trying To Tell You About Your Yard?
Determine your growing condition problems based on the weeds that thrive in them and use our expert remedies to remove them for good.
What Is It? | Braided Hose with Magnetic Ends
Landscape contractor Roger Cook gets the crew's opinions on the function of a magnetic hose
What Is It? | Rubbery Object with Slot and Hole
General contractor Tom Silva questions the crew about the task of a small flexible item
What Is It? | White Device with Buttons
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey asks the crew to guess how a small item with buttons and threaded parts works
What Is It? | Green Steel Object with Lever and Teeth
Landscape contractor Roger Cook asks the crew to guess the identity of a green steel object with a lever and clamping teeth
What Is It? | Blue Object with Wheel and Rubber Mat
General contractor Tom Silva questions the crew about the function of a blue device with a steering wheel attached to a stand with rubber mat
Innovative Ways To Reuse Paint Cans for Your Home
Read our guide on creative ways to reuse paint cans, from unique decor projects to practical storage solutions for your home.
What Is It? | Black Pointed Steel Object
Landscape contractor Roger Cook asks the crew the task of an object with steel and plastic parts
What Is It? | Orange Plastic Half Circles
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey asks the crew about the use for this set of bright orange, grooved plastic items
What Is It? | Magnetic Gray Devices
General contractor Tom Silva asks the crew to share what they think the purpose may be of handheld, magnetized objects
What Is It? | Gray Box with Tubes and Probes
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey asks the crew to guess the purpose of this toolbox-like object filled with tubes
What Is It? | Black Inflatable Objects with Pipes and Tubes
General contractor Tom Silva asks the crew what they think the use is for two inflatable objects
What Is It? | Green Plastic Round Object and Stand
Landscape contractor Roger Cook questions the crew about the identity of a large green object and its stand
What Is It? | Yellow Object with Grommets and Hose Connector
Host Kevin O'Connor asks the crew to guess the identity and use of a yellow funnel-like item
A Beginner's Guide To Maintaining A Healthy Yard
In this guide, we walk you through each step needed to create and maintain a beautiful, healthy lawn year round.
Cost-Wise Kitchen Makeover
The crew from Ask This Old House TV demonstrates how you can renovate a kitchen completely while sticking to a sensible budget
64 Important Numbers Every Homeowner Should Know
Our room-by-room guide takes the guesswork out of where to hang that towel rack or how long a curtain rod to buy
How to Install Fiberglass Gutters in a Few Simple Steps
These factory-molded substitutes look just like traditional wood, but they'll never leak, rot, or need paint, making them a great choice.
S35 E19: Hydrangeas and Hail Storms
Roger shows Kevin how to remove a hydrangea. Tom shows the paint color selections. Kevin travels to Richburg to see how building materials hold up to hail. Tom keeps water at bay in the basement.