Ask This Old House - Season 20
Run Time: 30 mins
Air Date: Thu, 30 Sept 2021
Average Rating: ⭐ 4.4 (18 votes)
PBS39 Episodes
Two-Prong Outlet; Deck Stair Rail
Season 20 - Episode 1
Richard discusses pipe soldering; Heath explains what two-prong receptacles are, why they're no longer to code, and how to replace them; Nat...
Durable Landscape; Cutting Board
Season 20 - Episode 2
Jenn creates a landscape that can withstand heavy pedestrian traffic; Richard explains the options available for water heaters; Tom and Kevi...
Hole Patches; Threshold Repair
Season 20 - Episode 3
Jenn discusses creative options for ground cover plants; Tom demonstrates different techniques for patching wall holes; Mark demonstrates ho...
Wood Floors, DIY Ice Rink
Season 20 - Episode 4
Mauro demonstrates how to remove dried paint from a paintbrush; Tom shares the best techniques for connecting and installing tongue and groo...
Smart Doorbells, Recessed Lights
Season 20 - Episode 5
Ross discusses the pros and cons of smart doorbells; Mauro demonstrates techniques for painting wood paneling; Heath shares some of his most...
Easier Plumbing, Roofing 101
Season 20 - Episode 6
Mark explains how bricks are made and how many different varieties there are; Richard explains how solderless connections work; Tom assess a...
Fall Garden Tips, Paint Cabinets
Season 20 - Episode 7
Jenn shares her list of must have gardening tools and how to put a garden to bed before winter; Mauro demonstrates how to paint a kitchen ca...
An AskTOH Barn Raising
Season 20 - Episode 8
The entire team comes together to help Mark rebuild the chicken barn he lost to a fire. They reframe the barn, hook up new electrical wiring...
Drill Drivers, Patios Expansion
Season 20 - Episode 9
In Tool Lab, tool expert Chris Ermides demonstrates how tables saw blades work; Heath explains why and how to use a voltage tester; Mark hel...
Camilla's Workshop
Season 20 - Episode 10
General contractor and expert woodworker Tom Silva meets past guest and young woodworker Camilla in her dad's shop where they catch up since...
Holiday Projects
Season 20 - Episode 11
Jenn explains how to identify and care for holly plants; Richard explains how dishwashers work and how to troubleshoot them when they don't ...
Wifi Extension, Tub Drain
Season 20 - Episode 12
In Tool Lab, Nathan explains what different table saw blade types are used for; Ross extends WiFi service in a house; Richard replaces a fau...
Rot Repair, Heat Pumps
Season 20 - Episode 13
Mark shares the story of how he became a mason; Tom explains why wood rots on houses, how to prevent it, and how to repair it if it occurs; ...
Patch Plaster, Sinking Drywell
Season 20 - Episode 14
Heath explains why finish electrical work is his favorite stage of the job; Mauro demonstrates how to repair a crack in plaster; Mark raises...
Celebrating 20 Years
Season 20 - Episode 15
The entire cast reflects on the 20th anniversary of ASK THIS OLD HOUSE. They'll discuss how the show was made and what they think the legacy...
Vinyl Floor, Heating Bill Savings
Season 20 - Episode 16
Jenn shares the story of how she became a landscape designer; Richard and Ross explain cost-effective ways to save money on your heating bil...
Water Fountain, Supply Chains
Season 20 - Episode 17
Jenn and Mark show how to make a stone water fountain for your garden; In Tool Lab, Nathan breaks down Miter Saw blades; The team comes toge...
Porch Base Column Repair, Smart Thermostats
Season 20 - Episode 18
Richard shares how he became a plumber and what he loves about his trade; Ross talks about smart thermostats and their features; Heath expla...
Shrub Harvesting, Building A Box Joint Jig
Season 20 - Episode 19
Jenn visits a nursery to learn how shrubs are planted and harvested; Ross and Nathan show cost-effective ways to air-seal your windows this ...
Concrete Driveway, Spray Paint
Season 20 - Episode 20
Nathan gives a tour of his highly organized truck; Richard shows different kinds of bidets and their functions; Mauro explains how to use sp...
Front Hall Closet, Block Retaining Wall
Season 20 - Episode 21
Jenn Nawada explains how you can compost at home; Jenn Largesse and her landscape contractor install a concrete block retaining wall in Jenn...
Fireplace Repairs, Simple Clog Fixes
Season 20 - Episode 22
Heath breaks down the basic voltages of cordless tools; Richard gives an overview on how to handle simple clogs in a bathroom sink, kitchen ...
Window Flower Boxes, Smart Electrical Panels
Season 20 - Episode 23
Tom shares how he became a general contractor and what he loves about his trade; Heath and Ross explain what smart electric panels are and h...
Sagging Fence Gate, Shipping Container Pool
Season 20 - Episode 24
Nathan demonstrates different ways to fix scratches on wood furniture; Jenn Largesse oversees the installation of a shipping container pool ...
Wobbly Toilet, Led Lightbulbs
Season 20 - Episode 25
Nathan shares how he became a carpenter and what he loves about his trade; Heath talks all about different LED light bulbs; Richard fixes a ...
Vinyl Fence, Building A Beehive
Season 20 - Episode 26
Jenn Nawada suggests houseplants for areas of shade, partial shade and sun. Heath explains techniques for drilling holes to run electrical w...
DIY Birdbath, Dog Chew Wood Repair
Season 20 - Episode 27
Nathan shows how to mount a flat screen TV on a wall. Mark builds a stone birdbath. Tom repairs a Newel post damaged by a dog.
Garage Door Replacement, Emergency Plumbing Fixes
Season 20 - Episode 28
Ross shares why he became an engineer; Tom talks about different types of hammers; Richard shows how to control common plumbing emergencies;...
All About Hydrangeas, Refinish Deck Railing
Season 20 - Episode 29
Jenn shows off different varieties of hydrangeas; Heath explains types of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and their functions; Mauro ref...
Replacing a Toilet Seat, Full Mortise Lockset Repair
Season 20 - Episode 30
Richard shows how to replace a toilet seat; Jenn Largesse builds a pergola for her backyard; Nathan repairs a century-old full mortise locks...
All About Succulents, Under-Sink Water Filter
Season 20 - Episode 31
Jenn talks about different types of succulents; Richard installs a reverse osmosis under-sink water filter; Tom builds a classic milk stool.
Basic Electrical Tools; Home Energy Assessment
Season 20 - Episode 32
Using common electrical tools; an in-depth home energy assessment; painting.
Happy Father's Day
Season 20 - Episode 33
Team members talk about their fathers as mentors; airflow in buildings; finishing a baseball bat display case.
Moving a Ceiling Light Fixture; Tool Lab -- Finish Nailers
Season 20 - Episode 34
Kevin O'Connor explains how he became host of "This Old House"; a simple trick for drawing a perfect ellipse; moving a light fixture and pat...
Crown Molding for Corner Angles; The Future of Solar
Season 20 - Episode 35
Heath shares why he became an electrician and what he loves about his trade; Mauro shows a trick for applying caulk in gaps; Tom shows how t...
Track Saws, Adding A Receptacle
Season 20 - Episode 36
Mauro shares why he became a painter and what he loves about his job; Jenn shows how to test soil at home; Nathan explains how to use track ...
Deck Chairs, Damp Basement
Season 20 - Episode 37
Tom shares a trick to space balusters evenly; Heath shows how to drill holes in studs to run wire; Jenn Largesse builds DIY deck chairs; Ric...
Pond Maintenance, Demilune Table
Season 20 - Episode 38
Mark explains finishes for brick and concrete; Jenn shows how to maintain a small backyard pond; Tom builds a three-legged Demilune table.
Pizza Oven Repair, What Is It?
Season 20 - Episode 39
Nathan explains the anatomy of track saws; Mark repoints an outdoor pizza oven; The Ask This Old House team comes together for a 20th Annive...