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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

Original Air Date: Week of December 5, 2002

General contractor Tom Silva hits the road on a House Call to replace a rotting basement window and install a new dryer vent for a homeowner. Back in the Ask This Old House loft, painting expert Jim Clark shows the proper technique for painting a pre-hung six-panel door. Electrician Allen Gallant visits homeowners and installs a new power outlet in their dining room, and landscape contractor Roger Cook shows host Steve Thomas how to replace the string on a weed trimmer.

Basement Window
Dow Great Stuff minimal expanding polyurethane foam sealant manufactured by: Dow
Butyl caulk manufactured by:
OSI Sealants
7405 Production Drive
Mentor, OH 44060
800-321-3578

Painting Panels
Crystal brand Premium tack cloth

3M blue painters' tape available at most hardware stores.

Weed Trimmers
Rapid loader string trimmer head available from: Echo

Other string trimmer supplies were provided by:
Black & Decker USA

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

Assembling a plumbing toolkit, quieting a garage door, and installing artificial turf… more

Episode #101

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

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