
Ask This Old House — Season 8
Roger Cook, our landscaping contractor, begins the season by assisting a homeowner in constructing a welcoming campfire pit in her backyard. Subsequently, Cook joins general contractor Tom Silva, plumbing and heating specialist Richard Tret…
With his characteristic warmth, host Kevin O'Connor collaborates with an electrician to install a home intercom system. Subsequently, joined by plumbing and heating specialist Richard Trethewey, landscaping contractor Roger Cook, and genera…
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook journeys to Baltimore, where he assists in the transformation of a modest city backyard into an inviting outdoor retreat. Subsequently, Roger joins general contractor Tom Silva, along with host Kevin O'Conn…
General contractor Tom Silva assists a homeowner with the installation of new aluminum gutters and downspouts. Afterward, joined by host Kevin O'Connor, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey, and landscaping contractor Roger Cook, T…
General contractor Tom Silva assists a couple with the installation of a new glass-paneled door for their siding. Following the project, Silva, joined by host Kevin O'Connor, landscaper Roger Cook, and plumbing and heating specialist Richar…
Landscape contractor Roger Cook visits a nursery to learn the intricacies of container gardening from plant expert Carrie Kelly. Meanwhile, in the loft, general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O'Connor explore various flooring options –…
General contractor Tom Silva begins his day assisting a homeowner in sealing drafts around her front door with weather-stripping. Meanwhile, in the loft, host Kevin O'Connor welcomes residential energy expert Paul Scheckel to explore variou…
General contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O'Connor step out onto the barnyard to construct a simple picnic table from standard framing lumber. Afterward, joined by plumbing and heating specialist Richard Trethewey and landscaping contract…
Landscape contractor Roger Cook journeys to Harvard University to explore their innovative organic lawn care program, demonstrating to host Kevin O'Connor the process of creating his own "compost tea." Subsequently, Cook and O'Connor join g…
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook assists a homeowner in applying stone veneer to an unsightly concrete retaining wall. Afterward, Cook joins host Kevin O'Connor, plumbing and heating specialist Richard Trethewey, and general contractor Tom…
In this segment, general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O'Connor demonstrate the process of building and installing new laminate kitchen countertops. Following this practical lesson, Tom, Kevin, landscaping contractor Roger Cook, and p…
Landscaping specialist Roger Cook collaborates with a couple to transform an unappealing concrete retaining wall, adding wooden lattice and climbing vines for a more inviting look. Afterward, Cook joins Richard Trethewey, general contractor…
Plumbing and heating specialist Richard Trethewey travels to Tampa, Florida, where he assists two homeowners with the repair of their malfunctioning water softeners. Joining him are host Kevin O'Connor, landscaping contractor Roger Cook, an…
General contractor Tom Silva assists a homeowner in revitalizing an aging fireplace with the addition of a new mantle and a marble hearth. Afterward, Tom joins host Kevin O'C'onnor, landscaping contractor Roger Cook, and plumbing and heatin…
Plumbing and heating specialist Richard Trethewey assists a homeowner in refreshing her bathroom with the installation of a new vanity cabinet, countertop, and sink. Subsequently, joined by general contractor Tom Silva, landscaper Roger Coo…
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook assists a homeowner in conserving water with the installation of a clever rainwater collection system. Joining him are host Kevin O'Connor, plumbing and heating specialist Richard Trethewey, and general con…
Plumbing and heating specialist Richard Trethewey travels to Tampa, Florida, to assist a homeowner in creating a comfortable environment within his garage workshop using a ductless air conditioning system. Joining him are fellow experts: la…
In a Houston, Texas bedroom, general contractor Tom Silva guides a couple through the installation of crown molding, employing a novel fastening system. Afterward, alongside host Kevin O'Connor, landscaping contractor Roger Cook, and plumbi…
General contractor Tom Silva assists a homeowner with the replacement of broken sash locks on their vinyl windows. Meanwhile, in the loft, host Kevin O'Connor gleans advice from finishing expert Bruce Johnson on staining furniture and apply…
Plumbing and heating specialist Richard Trethewey and general contractor Tom Silva travel to Detroit to assist a homeowner in transforming her kitchen. The project encompasses new appliances, countertops, a backsplash, and a complete sink r…
In Virginia, hosts Kevin O'Connor and plumbing and heating specialist Richard Trethewey assist a homeowner in upgrading from an outdated electric water heater to a more efficient heat pump model. Later, in the loft, Trethewey, O'Connor, gen…
Roger Cook assists a homeowner in restoring areas of their lawn afflicted by snow mold, a fungal disease prevalent in winter conditions of excessive moisture and fertilizer. Tom Silva demonstrates to Kevin O'Connor the construction of a str…
In this episode, Roger Cook demonstrates the proper use and care of string trimmers, illustrating their versatility for various landscaping tasks. Tom Silva and Kevin O'Connor explore the world of woodworking clamps, detailing the different…
At a nature center, Roger Cook seeks guidance on attracting a diverse array of birds, exploring the optimal use of various feeders and seed varieties. Meanwhile, Tom Silva and Kevin O'Connor journey to a home center, delving into the identi…
In the workshop of Ask This Old House, Tom Silva assists a homeowner in restoring a newel post at the base of their staircase that has become loose. Elsewhere, Richard Trethewey demonstrates several techniques for cleanly cutting both rigid…
Plumbing and heating specialist Richard Trethewey assists a homeowner in replacing a dripping outdoor faucet. Later, in the loft, landscaping contractor Roger Cook demonstrates to host Kevin O'Connor the correct way to sharpen a lawn mower …


