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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

Original Air Date: Week of February 6, 2003

General contractor Tom Silva visits homeowners Roy and Sandra Lynn and shows them several products that are designed to keep leaves and other debris out of rain gutters. Then Tom, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey, landscape contractor Roger Cook, and host Steve Thomas examine two unfamiliar objects and try to guess how they're used. Richard then visits homeowners Steve and Maureen Parker and helps them repair their wobbly toilet.

Protecting the Gutters
Gutter Helmet

Gutter Cap
800-797-5880

What Is It?
E-Z Mount

Steadying the Toilet
Richard repaired the wobbly toilet by turning off the water, unbolting and removing the toilet, removing th ewax ring, installing an anchor flange repair plate, installing a new wax seal, replacing the toilet, and reattaching the closet bolts.

Where to Find It
All of the materials used in this repair are common supplies available from your local plumbing supply center or home center.

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

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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