This Old House - Season 45
Run Time: 30 mins
Air Date: Thu, 28 Sept 2023
Average Rating: ⭐ 5.6 (35 votes)
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Lexington: On a Mission
Season 45 - Episode 1
The crew starts a new project in Lexington, MA, to make a 1960 mid-century modern home accessible for a family with a son who has Duchenne M...
Lexington: Shore We Can
Season 45 - Episode 2
The interior is demoed, and rebuilding has begun. The new design and energy code are explained.
Lexington: The Big Dig
Season 45 - Episode 3
Accessible features integrated into the design begin at construction. A new mechanical room connects to the old via a block wall tunnel, HVA...
Lexington: Engineered For Accessibility
Season 45 - Episode 4
A lally column stands in the way of the new open floor plan. As a solution, it is removed, and the ridge beam is replaced with a trio of eng...
Lexington: Gone Geo
Season 45 - Episode 5
A zero-threshold entry to the patio is framed. Geothermal energy is explained, and wells are dug.
Lexington: Reworked and Rewired
Season 45 - Episode 6
The fully framed front of the house is revealed; work continues on the geothermal system; the connection to the interior is made; blocking i...
Lexington: Ramping Up
Season 45 - Episode 7
Repairing the original brick; building a DIY ramp; touring a modern accessible home; adding trim to the exterior.
Lexington: Drop in the Gutter
Season 45 - Episode 8
A walking tour of the roof reveals its various pitches; installing a built-in gutter system; rough-in begins on the interior; energy-efficie...
Lexington: Phased Out
Season 45 - Episode 9
Work on the house is divided into phases for efficient workflow; the back foundation gets a stucco finish; kitchen cabinet selection; instal...
Lexington: Seven Layer Floors
Season 45 - Episode 10
The slab-on-grade foundation is built up; accessible AV solutions are explored; prep begins for a curbless shower; installing an automatic z...
Lexington: Electrical Bond
Season 45 - Episode 11
Copper bonding is installed before the therapy pool is craned in; tile selections are revealed; the integrated entrance ramp gets snow melt ...
Lexington: Upcycled
Season 45 - Episode 12
Building the elevator cab; using leftover flooring to make a modern feature for the kitchen island; exploring AV solutions for accessibility...
Lexington: Install With Care
Season 45 - Episode 13
Work on the internal geothermal systems begins; installing in-wall lighting to illuminate the entrance ramp; installing an offset p-trap; a ...
Lexington: All in the Family
Season 45 - Episode 14
Landscape planting begins with screen trees and rose bushes; the children pitch in on a painting project; the homeowners discuss Duchenne mu...
Lexington: Judgement Day
Season 45 - Episode 15
Geothermal is in; kitchen appliances are installed; the new HERS score is revealed.
Lexington: Accessible Made Modern
Season 45 - Episode 16
The completed renovation of the 1960 mid-century modern home accommodates a family of five, including a child with Duchenne muscular dystrop...
Glen Ridge: Multi-Generational
Season 45 - Episode 17
The crew heads to New Jersey for the second project of the season - an 1897 Victorian in the Borough of Glen Ridge that's being renovated fo...
Glen Ridge: Vintage
Season 45 - Episode 18
Demo has begun uncovering 150-year-old wine bottles in the walls. A chimney is demolished, and the roof is reframed. The architect shares hi...
Glen Ridge: Small But Mighty
Season 45 - Episode 19
Termite damage has caused major construction changes. New footings are needed in the basement. A historic community garden is toured. A 15-y...
Glen Ridge: QR Construction
Season 45 - Episode 20
Installing helical piers for the new porch; prepping new windows for installation; protecting plumbing pipes from cold weather.
Glen Ridge: Roughed In
Season 45 - Episode 21
The new flangeless windows are installed water and air tight. Preparation begins for in-ceiling speakers. The Empire State Building is visit...
Glen Ridge: Next Level Tight
Season 45 - Episode 22
Air tightness is taken to the next level with vapor barrier electrical boxes. The homeowner designs a custom lead glass sidelight. Various t...
Glen Ridge: A Breath of Fresh Air
Season 45 - Episode 23
The new staircase is manufactured in a shop and assembled on-site. The shop is toured. The homeowner installs a new brick walkway. Wood fibe...
Glen Ridge: Tested and Approved
Season 45 - Episode 24
A blower door test reveals the home's airtightness; a baseboard trim gets a radius detail; discussing the borough's effort to maintain its t...
Glen Ridge: Spring Forward
Season 45 - Episode 25
Building a custom mudroom bench from reclaimed wood; the primary bathroom gets a custom paint finish; spring landscaping; installing kitchen...
Glen Ridge: Next Generation Victorian
Season 45 - Episode 26
Renovation of the 1887 Victorian is completed; the builder installs the custom lead glass sidelight; the crew gets a tour from the homeowner...