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The Best Episodes of Ask This Old House Season 9

Every episode of Ask This Old House Season 9 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Ask This Old House Season 9!

The Best Episodes of Ask This Old House Season 9

The crew at This Old House take on some pretty big projects, which means they can only work on one or two houses a year....
  1. Background image for Water and Drain Lines for a Sink; Rescuing Improperly Planted Trees
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    #1 - Water and Drain Lines for a Sink; Rescuing Improperly Planted Trees

    S9:E1

    Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey kicks off the 9th season of Ask This Old House by helping a homeowner in Canada install a new kitchen sink. Then, up in the loft, general contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O'Connor some tools that no home workshop should be without. Then, landscaping contractor Roger Cook and arborist Matt Foti rescue a tree from "volcano mulching.

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  2. Background image for Balusters an a Staircase; Laying a Stone Footpath
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    #2 - Balusters an a Staircase; Laying a Stone Footpath

    S9:E2

    General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner install balusters on his new staircase. Then Tom, along with host Kevin O'Connor, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey, and landscaping contractor Roger Cook ask, "What is it?" Then, Roger helps a homeowner install a new stone footpath.

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  3. Background image for Attic Storage Space; Repairing a Broken Doorbell
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    #3 - Attic Storage Space; Repairing a Broken Doorbell

    S9:E3

    General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner find additional storage space by creating a new doorway into an unused attic. Then Tom, along with landscaping contractor Roger Cook, host Kevin O'Connor, and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Afterward, Richard shares a viewer tip on how to create a faucet wrench from a standard PVC pipe. Then, Kevin and an electrician help a homeowner repair a broken doorbell.

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    #4 - Repairing a Rotted Windowsill; Installing an Outdoor Faucet

    S9:E4

    General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner repair a rotted windowsill. Then Tom, along with host Kevin O'Connor, landscaping contractor Roger Cook, and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Then, Roger shows Kevin a few gardening tools designed for people with limited mobility. Afterward, Richard helps a homeowner install an outdoor faucet.

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    #5 - Wheelchair Accessible Raised Garden Bed; Fixing a Leaky Roof

    S9:E5

    Landscaping contractor Roger Cook builds a raised garden bed that is accessible by wheelchair. Then, general contractor Tom Silva shows a homeowner how to repair a leak in his roof caused by a worn-out plumbing vent gasket.

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  6. Background image for Choosing Groundcover; Installing Hydronic Baseboard Heaters
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    #6 - Choosing Groundcover; Installing Hydronic Baseboard Heaters

    S9:E6

    Landscaping contractor Roger Cook and plant expert Carrie Kelly discuss different types of groundcover. Then, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner warm up her cold living room by installing new hydronic baseboard heaters. Afterward, back at the workshop, general contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O'Connor a new product that makes it easier to mark and cut openings for electrical outlets in wallboard.

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  8. Background image for Circular Patio and Fire Pit; Repairing Brick Stairs
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    #7 - Circular Patio and Fire Pit; Repairing Brick Stairs

    S9:E7

    Landscaping contractor Roger Cook heads to Fargo, North Dakota, where he and a local crew help a homeowner build a new circular patio and fire pit. Then Roger, along with host Kevin O'Connor, general contractor Tom Silva, and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Then, Tom and Kevin head outside to repair a set of brick stairs.

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  9. Background image for Energy-Efficient Storm Door; Cutting and Soldering Copper Pipes
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    #8 - Energy-Efficient Storm Door; Cutting and Soldering Copper Pipes

    S9:E8

    General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner install a new energy-efficient storm door. Then, up in the loft, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows host Kevin O'Connor how to cut and solder copper plumbing pipes and fittings. Then, landscaping contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner reduce the size of an overgrown privet hedge.

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  10. Background image for Uneven Stone Patio; Repainting a Rusty Bulkhead Door
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    #9 - Uneven Stone Patio; Repainting a Rusty Bulkhead Door

    S9:E9

    Landscaping contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner repair an uneven stone patio. Then Roger, along with host Kevin O'Connor, general contractor Tom Silva, and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Then, Kevin and painting contractor Mauro Henrique help a homeowner repaint a rusty metal bulkhead door.

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    #10 - Hot Water Radiant Tubing; Joint Compound on Drywall Corners

    S9:E10

    Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner heat his newly remodeled kitchen by installing hot water radiant tubing underneath the floor. Then Richard, along with host Kevin O'Connor, landscaping contractor Roger Cook, and general contractor Tom Silva ask, "What is it?" Afterward, Tom shows Kevin how to apply joint compound to drywall corners. Then Roger and Kevin head outside for a few lessons on using a wheelbarrow properly.

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  12. Background image for Loose Carpeting on a Staircase; Tools for Digging; Recessed Lights
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    #11 - Loose Carpeting on a Staircase; Tools for Digging; Recessed Lights

    S9:E11

    General contractor Tom Silva helps an old friend repair the loose carpeting on his staircase. Then, landscaping contractor Roger Cook shows host Kevin O'Connor several different types of shovels and other tools for digging. Afterward, Kevin heads to Pasadena, California where he and a local electrician help a homeowner install recessed lights in a kitchen ceiling.

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  13. Background image for Forced-Air Furnace and Air Conditioning; Damaged Oak Flooring
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    #12 - Forced-Air Furnace and Air Conditioning; Damaged Oak Flooring

    S9:E12

    Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a pair of homeowners reduce their utility bills by installing a new forced-air furnace and air conditioning system. Then, general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner repair damage to her oak flooring that was caused by a leaky radiator.

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  14. Background image for Sharpening Chains; Fixing a Leaky Rain Gutter; Fiberglass Bathtub
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    #13 - Sharpening Chains; Fixing a Leaky Rain Gutter; Fiberglass Bathtub

    S9:E13

    Landscaping contractor Roger Cook and chainsaw expert Tim Ard demonstrate safe chainsaw use and a brand new way to sharpen chains. Then, general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner with a leaky rain gutter. Back in the workshop, Roger and Tom, along with host Kevin O'Connor and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Then, Richard and Kevin install a new fiberglass bathtub and shower enclosure.

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  15. Background image for Second Bathroom Sink; Large Crack in a Concrete Block Foundation
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    #14 - Second Bathroom Sink; Large Crack in a Concrete Block Foundation

    S9:E14

    Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner install a second sink into an existing bathroom vanity. Next, landscaping contractor Roger Cook shares a viewer tip that makes yard clean-up a little easier. Then, general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner repair a large crack in his concrete block foundation.

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  16. Background image for Lawn Mowing; Building a Backyard Deck
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    #15 - Lawn Mowing; Building a Backyard Deck

    S9:E15

    Landscaping contractor Roger Cook shows host Kevin O'Connor a few helpful techniques for mowing a lawn. Then, general contractor Tom Silva helps two homeowners begin building the backyard deck of their dreams.

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  17. Background image for Completing a Backyard Deck; Hidden Deck-Fastening Systems
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    #16 - Completing a Backyard Deck; Hidden Deck-Fastening Systems

    S9:E16

    General contractor Tom Silva helps two homeowners complete the construction of their new backyard deck. Then, back in the workshop, Tom shows host Kevin O'Connor a few other types of hidden deck-fastening systems.

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  18. Background image for Rainwater from Gutters; Pliers; Insulating an Attic Floor
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    #17 - Rainwater from Gutters; Pliers; Insulating an Attic Floor

    S9:E17

    Landscaping contractor Roger Cook shows host Kevin O'Connor a few ways to deal with rainwater from gutters and downspouts. Then, up in the workshop, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey talks "All About" pliers. Then Roger, Kevin, Richard, and general contractor Tom Silva ask, "What is it?" Afterward, Tom and Kevin insulate an attic floor using fiberglass batts and blown-in insulation.

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  19. Background image for Painting Interior Walls; Water Heater with a Valve Preventing Floods
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    #18 - Painting Interior Walls; Water Heater with a Valve Preventing Floods

    S9:E18

    Up in the workshop, expert painter Mark O'Lalor shows host Kevin O'Connor a few tricks and techniques for painting an interior wall. Then Kevin, along with landscaping contractor Roger Cook, general contractor Tom Silva, and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Afterward, Richard helps a homeowner install a new water heater with an electronic valve that prevents floods due to water leaks.

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  20. Background image for Narrow Garden Bed; Workshop in Memphis; Wood-Burning Insert
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    #19 - Narrow Garden Bed; Workshop in Memphis; Wood-Burning Insert

    S9:E19

    In the first episode of a two-part road trip through America's heartland, landscaping contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner in Wichita, Kansas plant a narrow garden bed near her driveway. Then, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey, general contractor Tom Silva, and host Kevin O'Connor conduct home improvement workshops with live audiences in Memphis, Tennessee, Little Rock, Arkansas, and Tulsa, Oklahoma. Afterward, Richard and a local contractor make an old fireplace more energy efficient by installing a wood-burning insert.

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  21. Background image for Outdoor Outlets; Flower Bulbs; Graceland; Worn-Out Cabinets
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    #20 - Outdoor Outlets; Flower Bulbs; Graceland; Worn-Out Cabinets

    S9:E20

    The conclusion of the road trip through America's heartland. Included: installing an outdoor electrical outlet; planting flower bulbs; replacing worn-out kitchen-cabinet hardware. Also: a tour of Elvis Presley's Graceland estate in Memphis.

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  22. Background image for Solar Water Heating; Electrical Safety Devices; Support Posts
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    #21 - Solar Water Heating; Electrical Safety Devices; Support Posts

    S9:E21

    Installing a solar water-heating system; replacing rotting support posts under a backyard deck. Also: devices that make residential electrical systems safer.

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  23. Background image for Antique Door Hardware; Geothermal Home Heating and Cooling
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    #22 - Antique Door Hardware; Geothermal Home Heating and Cooling

    S9:E22

    Host Kevin O'Connor and general contractor Tom Silva demonstrate how to select and install antique and reproduction door hardware. Then, Kevin and Tom, along with plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey and landscaping contractor Roger Cook ask, "What is it?" Afterward, Richard shows a homeowner how a geothermal home heating and cooling system works.

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  24. Background image for Splitting Firewood; Paintbrushes; Connecting a Bar Sink to a Sewer
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    #23 - Splitting Firewood; Paintbrushes; Connecting a Bar Sink to a Sewer

    S9:E23

    Landscaping contractor Roger Cook and host Kevin O'Connor show some different methods and tools for splitting firewood. Then, back in the workshop, professional painter Jeff Young shows Kevin how to choose, use, and care for paintbrushes. Then Kevin and Roger, along with general contractor Tom Silva and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Then Richard uses an electric pump to connect a basement bar sink to a sewer drain.

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  25. Background image for Tool Storage Cabinet; Protecting a House From Flood Damage
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    #24 - Tool Storage Cabinet; Protecting a House From Flood Damage

    S9:E24

    Up in the workshop, general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O'Connor build a tool storage cabinet, perfect for any basement or garage. Then, Tom and Kevin, along with landscaping contractor Roger Cook and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Then Kevin works with a damage prevention specialist to protect a house from catastrophic floods.

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  26. Background image for Removing Vinyl; Vintage House Parts; Eliminating Gurgling Sounds
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    #25 - Removing Vinyl; Vintage House Parts; Eliminating Gurgling Sounds

    S9:E25

    General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner remove a vinyl kitchen floor. Then host Kevin O'Connor tours a well-stocked architectural salvage yard for vintage house parts. Back in the workshop, Kevin and Tom, along with landscaping contractor Roger Cook and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Afterward, Richard helps a homeowner eliminate a gurgling sound coming from his bathroom plumbing.

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Season 9 Ratings Summary

"Water and Drain Lines for a Sink; Rescuing Improperly Planted Trees" is the best rated episode of "Ask This Old House" season 9. It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/7/2010. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Balusters an a Staircase; Laying a Stone Footpath".