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Episode #126

Clearing a toilet stoppage, identifying an insulated outdoor faucet cover, installing folding attic stairs, and starting tomato plants from seeds… more

Episode #125

Repair an exterior door jamb with a dutchman, identifying a bucket leveler and a cow magnet, and installing an automatic shutoff on a water heater… more

Episode #124

Installing a new garbage disposer, identifying a combination drywall lift and rasp, and using hearing protection… more

Episode #123

Installing crown molding, identifying a paint can spout and drain cleaning tool, and insulating bathroom pipes to prevent freezing… more

Episode #122

Repairing a leaky shower tub faucet, identifying a door knob cover, removing painted wallpaper, and hot glue guns… more

Episode #121

Using snow shovels and snow throwers, identifying a mechanical stud finder and a post growth preventer, and repairing broken sash cords on an old window… more

Episode #120

Repairing a damaged window sill, identifying plant drainage pads and a wood grainer decorator tool, using paint rollers, and sharpening kitchen knives… more

Episode #119

Insulating the weight pockets on old windows, identifying a light stand and profile gauge, and installing a sewage ejection pump … more

Episode #118

Keeping debris out of rain gutters, identifying an electrical outlet box mounting tool and insulation knife, and repairing a wobbly toilet… more

Episode #117

Automatic washer/dryer shutoff valves, identifying a pin vise and rain gutter filter, preparing drywall joints, and different types of plumbing torches… more

Episode #116

Painting a double-hung window, aerating and fertilizing a lawn, identifying a paint mixer and a foam router bit tray, and hanging a picture on a hollow wall… more

Episode #115

Removing ivy from a house, identifying a titanium hammer and portable leaf bag system, and installing a replacement window … more

Episode #114

Installing a scald-proof shower faucet, robotic lawn mowers, and "critter-proofing" a house… more

Episode #113

Using a paint sprayer, replacing a fireplace damper, identifying a dressing tool and panel carrier, and splitting logs for firewood… more

Episode #112

Building sawhorses, installing a frost-proof faucet, identifying a bulb extractor and wheelbarrow holder, and composting leaves… more

Episode #111

Different types of hand pruners, repairing and reinstalling broken shutters, identifying a spray paint trigger and a putty remover, and instantaneous water heaters… more

Episode #110

Diagnosing a loud washing machine, cleaning a slippery walkway, identifying a plug wrench and a high-limb chain saw, using spirit levels, and fixing a leaky faucet … more

Episode #109

Replacing a basement window, installing a dryer vent, painting a six-panel door, installing a new power outlet, and replacing the string on a weed trimmer… more

Episode #108

Cutting wooden bung holes for decking, diagnosing peeling paint, identifying a joint raker and a sawdust remover, and building an outdoor lattice… more

Episode #107

Repairing a sagging floor, and sharpening a chainsaw… more

Episode #106

Using plaster washers to fix a cracked ceiling, rebuilding a toilet, grinding a tree stump, and reglazing a window … more

Episode #105

Two types of floor sanders, digging post holes, replacing a corroded pipe, and proper caulking technique… more

Episode #104

Installing an air eliminator valve, removing trim pieces, and filling gaps in wood floors… more

Episode #103

Covering a concrete stoop, and battling the mosquitoes… more

Episode #102

Original Air Date: Week of October 17, 2002

At the Ask This Old House barn loft, landscape contractor Roger Cook demonstrates different ways to mend a damaged garden hose. Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows the basic plumbing tools he recommends for homeowners. General contractor Tom Silva explains how to use a square as a guide for cross-cutting with a circular saw. Tom then makes a House Call to a homeowner who has a noisy garage door opener. Roger makes a House Call to homeowners struggling with a muddy lawn under the swings.

A Plumbing Toolkit
Richard recommends: plumber's pliers, crescent wrench, pipe wrench, basin wrench, tubing cutters, emery cloth, pipe cleaning tool, flux, solder, torch, striker, pipe dope (joint compound), Teflon tape, and assorted washers.

Where to Find It
These tools and materials can be purchased in your local hardware store, plumbing parts store, or home center.

Park the Car, Quietly
Tom's fix for the noisy garage door called for using a rubber mudguard from an old truck to dampen the vibration.

Where to Find It
Tom found his on the street. You might try a junkyard.

Safe Swinging
Artificial turf provided by: AstroLawn

Episode #101

Repairing a window screen, collecting rainwater, and adding headroom on a staircase

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