Ask This Old House

13x1
Pass Through; New Gate
Episode overview

The Season 13 premiere discusses rust staining; the installation of a pass-through in a load-bearing wall; and the replacement of a poorly built fence gate. Also: NASA astronaut Rick Mastracchio joins the fun when the guys play "What is it?"

13x2
Citrus Greening, Tile
Episode overview

Citrus greening, a disease that's killing citrus trees in Florida, is discussed. Also: replacing an old vinyl peel-and-stick floor with ceramic tile.

13x3
Beneficial Insects; Resizing a Front Door; Outdoor Garden Faucet
Episode overview

Beneficial insects are discussed. Also: resizing a front door that gets stuck on the carpet whenever it's opened; and repairing an outdoor garden faucet.

13x4
Practical Drought Solutions; Replacing an Old-Fashioned Toilet
Episode overview

Practical solutions for drought. Included: replacing a water-guzzling lawn with a desert-appropriate alternative; and replacing an old-fashioned toilet with a "water sense" solution. .. show full overview

13x5
Structural Problems; Running Wiring for a New Ceiling Fixture
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Repairing structural problems in a home; running wiring for a new ceiling fixture and switch in a living room.

13x6
Natural Gas Line Installation; Hanging a Heavy Mirror
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Installing a natural gas line for a new grill; and hanging a heavy, decorative mirror on a masonry chimney. Also: what grows best in the shade.

13x7
Setting Up a Beehive; Adding Lighting to a Dark Kitchen
Episode overview

Setting up a beehive; and adding lighting to a dark kitchen without running new wiring.

13x8
Harvesting Honey; Adding Outlets
Episode overview

Harvesting honey; and adding outlets to a home.

13x9
Hydroponic Garden; Hot- and Cold-Water Outdoor Faucet
Episode overview

A hydroponic garden is built; and a hot- and cold-water outdoor faucet is installed.

13x10
Basement Lighting; Crabapple Tree
Episode overview

A basement lighting system is connected to one switch; and a crabapple tree is rejuvenated.

13x11
Broken Window; Toilet Rotation
Episode overview

A broken window is replaced with a safer option; and a toilet is rotated.

13x12
Fire-Pit Table Top Build; Bathroom Sink Upgrade
Episode overview

A cover for a fire pit is built; and a bathroom sink is upgraded.

13x13
Interior Window Trim; Above Ground Pool Wiring
Episode overview

Interior window trim is installed; an above-ground pool is wired. Also: first-time plumbing tips.

13x14
Edible Landscape; Snaking Drains; Damaged Siding
Episode overview

Replacing overgrown shrubs with an edible landscape; snaking drains; and replacing damaged pieces of vinyl siding.

13x15
Ductless Heating; Repairing Plaster Ceiling; Hearing Protection
Episode overview

Installing a whole-house ductless heating and cooling system; and repairing a sagging plaster ceiling. Also: tips on hearing protection.

13x16
Backsplash; New Kitchen Faucet
Episode overview

Transforming an old backsplash; and installing a new kitchen faucet.

13x17
Broken Sash Cords; Plant Bulbs
Episode overview

How to repair broken sash cords; and plant bulbs. Also: historian Doris Kearns Goodwin guests in the "What Is It?" segment.

13x18
Entry Shelf Build; Rough Electric Install
Episode overview

Building a basic entry shelf from poplar and plywood; wiring a basement room for outlets and lighting.

13x19
Ceiling Fan Replacement, Bonsai Tree
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