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Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House solves the steady stream of home improvement problems faced by our viewers - and we make house calls! The series features some familiar faces, including Kevin O'Connor, general contractor Tom Silva, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey, and landscape contractor Jenn Nawada.
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    Ask This Old House

    Thursday
    Apr 30

    30 Minutes

    Created by viewer demand, the series is a spinoff of "This Old House" and answers specific remodeling questions that viewers send in. The cast includes host Kevin O'Connor, general contractor Tom Silva, heating/plumbing master Richard Trethewey and landscaper Roger Cook, who spend the hour focusing on various topics for the do-it-yourself homeowner.
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    Flower Vase; Smart Garage Opener

    Saturday
    May 2

    30 Minutes

    Turning a flower vase on the lathe; how to start seeds indoors for spring; breaking down common mortar cracks in fireplace hearths and surrounds; upgrading a garage door opener by adding a Wi-Fi hub.
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    Flower Vase; Smart Garage Opener

    Sunday
    May 3

    30 Minutes

    Turning a flower vase on the lathe; how to start seeds indoors for spring; breaking down common mortar cracks in fireplace hearths and surrounds; upgrading a garage door opener by adding a Wi-Fi hub.
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    Paver Walkway; Mowing a Lawn 101

    Saturday
    May 9

    30 Minutes

    Lawn mowing basics; how to vet and hire a trustworthy contractor to avoid costly mistakes; installing a concrete paver walkway.
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    Paver Walkway; Mowing a Lawn 101

    Sunday
    May 10

    30 Minutes

    Lawn mowing basics; how to vet and hire a trustworthy contractor to avoid costly mistakes; installing a concrete paver walkway.
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    Tile Soap Holders; Swirl Ceiling

    Saturday
    May 16

    30 Minutes

    Replacing vintage ceramic toothbrush and soap holders; repairing a water-damaged ceiling crack matching the original swirl texture.

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