Richard Trethewey, the plumbing and heating specialist, teams up with host Kevin O'Connor to swap out an outdated tank water heater for a modern, energy-efficient tankless model powered by propane. Later, Richard, Kevin, landscaping expert Roger Cook, and general contractor Tom Silva explore the question, "What is it?" Meanwhile, Roger assists a homeowner in leveling a sunken concrete walkway using a technique known as "mudjacking." Tom also shares a helpful viewer tip on how to eliminate hammer dents from wood surfaces.
Show
Ask This Old House
Episode
S07E13
Air Date
Dec 27, 2008
Season 7 Episodes
S07E01
Collapsing Garage Roof; Installing a Dry Well
S07E02
Mature Tree; Noisy Heating System
S07E03
Pendant Lighting; Care for Succulents
S07E04
Damaged Lawn; Curved Stair Molding
S07E05
Increasing Water Pressure; Transplanting a Bush
S07E06
Laminate Countertops; Brick Walkway; Furnace Filters
S07E07
Reducing Heating Costs; Using a Whole House Fan
S07E08
Waterproofing System/Installing A Privacy Screen
S07E09
Building a Retaining Wall; Loud Faucet
S07E10
Whole-House Water Filter; Repairing a Roof
S07E11
Repairing a Deck; Hydrangea Bush
S07E12
Removing A Boulder; Securing Loose Pipes
S07E13
Energy-Efficient Water Heater; Leveling a Concrete Walkway
S07E14
Backyard Gate; Basement Window; Using Expanding Foam
S07E15
Painting Kitchen Cabinets; Installing Cabinet Accessories
S07E16
Bathtub Conversion; Wood Fill; Solar-Powered Fountain
S07E17
Staining A Deck; Preventing Sewage Backups
S07E18
Tree Pruning; Installing a Shower Mixing Valve
S07E19
Banging Pipes; Installing Fiberglass Door
S07E20
Kids Projects; Vegetable Garden; Mini-Golf; Rocket Launcher
S07E21
Water Saving Toilet; In-Ground Sprinkler System
S07E22
Heating & Cooling System Controller; Re-Grout Tile Floor
S07E23
Basement Wallboards; Tying Knots; Storm-Damaged Trees
S07E24
Garage Door Installation; Preventing Frozen Pipes
S07E25
Ventilation Fan Installation; Chemical Free Lawn Care
S07E26
Leaky PVC Drain Trap; Installing Bamboo Flooring