Disposers; Exterior Paint Stripping; Cutting Joists (S06E05)
S06E05
Richard Trethewey, the plumbing and heating specialist, assists two homeowners struggling with a clogged kitchen garbage disposer. Following that, Richard joins host Kevin O'Connor, general contractor Tom Silva, and landscape contractor Roger Cook to tackle the question, “What is it?” Meanwhile, Kevin receives guidance from a painting expert on effectively stripping exterior paint from cedar siding. Later in the loft, Tom and Richard demonstrate for Kevin the proper techniques for cutting holes and notches in joists, highlighting both the essential practices and the pitfalls to avoid.
Show
Ask This Old House
Episode
S06E05
Air Date
Nov 01, 2007
Season 6 Episodes
S06E01
Bathtub Drain; Ceiling Repair
S06E02
Carpentry Squares; Brick Patio
S06E03
Toilet Flange and Plaster Repair
S06E04
Flood Prevention; Foundation Plants; Epoxy Repairs
S06E05
Disposers; Exterior Paint Stripping; Cutting Joists
S06E06
Tree Removal; Door Trim
S06E07
Home Energy Savings
S06E08
Play Area; Space Heaters; Bath Fan
S06E09
Christmas Trees; Caulking a Window
S06E10
Roof Runoff; Refinishing Hardwood Floors
S06E11
Cracked Flagstone; Replacing an Electric Range
S06E12
Grading; Inside Walls; Bathtub Stopper
S06E13
Vinyl Fence; Garage Floor Epoxy
S06E14
Radiator Control Valves; Refrigerator Install
S06E15
Dishwasher Smells; Rose Bush; Saw Blade
S06E16
Skylight; 3-Way Light Switch
S06E17
Soil Test; Water Supply Pipes
S06E18
Water Softening; Fiber-Cement Siding
S06E19
Attic Insulation; Landscape Lighting; Kitchen Faucet
S06E20
Kids Show; Soccer Goal; Stilts; Sandbox
S06E21
Mortise Lockset; Pellet Stove; Gas-Free Lawn Mowers
S06E22
Granite Steps; Deadbolt Locks; Pipe Repair
S06E23
Lawn Over-Seeding; Home Sale; Ceiling Leak
S06E24
Life and Work of Tile Expert Joe Ferrante
S06E25
Pressure Reducing Valve; Grass; Cabinet Crown Molding
S06E26
Toilet Tank; Watering a Lawn; Bookcase