Ask This Old House
Season 8 Episode 26 - Replacing an Outdoor Faucet; Sharpening Lawn Mower Blades
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner replace his leaky outdoor faucet. Then, up in the loft, landscaping contractor Roger Cook shows host Kevin O'Connor how to sharpen a lawn mower blade properly. Afterward, Richard, Roger, and Kevin, along with general contractor Tom Silva ask, "What is it?" Then Tom and Kevin build custom shelving for a walk-in closet.
Episodes in Season 8
Campfire Pit; Installing Range Hood & Microwave Oven
30 min
Home Intercom System; Energy-Efficient Fireplace
30 min
Outdoor Living Space; Installing Fiber Cement Siding
30 min
Aluminum Gutters; Energy-Efficient Washer & Dryer
30 min
Sliding Glass Door Installation
30 min
Container Gardening; Installing Rooftop Antennas
30 min
Weather Stripping; Energy-Efficiency Tips & Analysis
30 min
Basic Picnic Table; Installing a Utility Sink
30 min
Organic Lawn Care; Re-Routing a Bathroom Fan
30 min
Stone Veneer Installation; Retrofitting HVAC Ducts
30 min
Laminate Kitchen Countertops; Installing Steel Edging
30 min
Concealing Retaining Walls; Quieting PVC Plumbing Vents
30 min
Broken Water Softener; Preventing Deer Damage in Gardens
30 min
Mantel and Hearth; Rejuvenating Baseboard Radiator
30 min
Bathroom Installations; Comparing Wall Insulation
30 min
Conserving Rainwater; Removing an Interior Wall
30 min
Ductless Air Conditioning; Eliminating Ceiling Leaks
30 min
Crown Molding; Replacing Rotting Fence Posts
30 min
Protective Furniture Finish; Winterizing Outdoor Gardens
30 min
Remodeling Kitchen Area; Improving Drainage in Planters
30 min
Energy-Efficient Water Heaters; Propane-Fueled Mosquito Traps
30 min
Reviving a Damaged Lawn; Unclogging Kitchen Sink Drains
30 min
Using String Trimmers; Stripping Dangerous Lead Paint
30 min
Attracting Different Bird Species; Dual-flush Toilet Valves
30 min
Repairing Newel Posts; Cutting Rigid Pipes
30 min
Replacing an Outdoor Faucet; Sharpening Lawn Mower Blades
30 min