NaN/100 votes#1 - Lexington: On a Mission
Season 45 Episode 1 - Aired 9/28/2023
The crew starts a new project in Lexington, MA, to make a 1960 mid-century modern home accessible for a family with a son who has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. The crew meets the homeowners to learn about the disease and the challenges the current setup of the house poses. The project is a race against time, but the crew is determined to get the family back into their home as soon as possible.
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#2 - Lexington: Shore We Can
Season 45 Episode 2 - Aired 10/5/2023
The interior is demoed, and rebuilding has begun. The new design and energy code are explained.
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#3 - Lexington: The Big Dig
Season 45 Episode 3 - Aired 10/12/2023
Accessible features integrated into the design begin at construction. A new mechanical room connects to the old via a block wall tunnel, HVAC ducting is buried underground, and after learning about residential elevators, framing begins for one.
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#4 - Lexington: Engineered For Accessibility
Season 45 Episode 4 - Aired 10/19/2023
A lally column stands in the way of the new open floor plan. As a solution, it is removed, and the ridge beam is replaced with a trio of engineered beams. The new landscape is previewed in 3D, and tips are shared for creating an accessible bathroom.
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#5 - Lexington: Gone Geo
Season 45 Episode 5 - Aired 10/26/2023
A zero-threshold entry to the patio is framed. Geothermal energy is explained, and wells are dug.
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#6 - Lexington: Reworked and Rewired
Season 45 Episode 6 - Aired 11/2/2023
The fully framed front of the house is revealed; work continues on the geothermal system; the connection to the interior is made; blocking is installed in the framing; replacing and rewiring old receptacles.
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#7 - Lexington: Ramping Up
Season 45 Episode 7 - Aired 11/9/2023
Repairing the original brick; building a DIY ramp; touring a modern accessible home; adding trim to the exterior.
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#8 - Lexington: Drop in the Gutter
Season 45 Episode 8 - Aired 11/16/2023
A walking tour of the roof reveals its various pitches; installing a built-in gutter system; rough-in begins on the interior; energy-efficient windows are installed.
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#9 - Lexington: Phased Out
Season 45 Episode 9 - Aired 1/4/2024
Work on the house is divided into phases for efficient workflow; the back foundation gets a stucco finish; kitchen cabinet selection; installing siding; the back patio gets proper drainage.
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#10 - Lexington: Seven Layer Floors
Season 45 Episode 10 - Aired 1/11/2024
The slab-on-grade foundation is built up; accessible AV solutions are explored; prep begins for a curbless shower; installing an automatic zero threshold door.
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#11 - Lexington: Electrical Bond
Season 45 Episode 11 - Aired 1/18/2024
Copper bonding is installed before the therapy pool is craned in; tile selections are revealed; the integrated entrance ramp gets snow melt and a final layer of concrete; elevator disconnects are installed.
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#12 - Lexington: Upcycled
Season 45 Episode 12 - Aired 1/25/2024
Building the elevator cab; using leftover flooring to make a modern feature for the kitchen island; exploring AV solutions for accessibility; installing new solar panels.
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#13 - Lexington: Install With Care
Season 45 Episode 13 - Aired 2/1/2024
Work on the internal geothermal systems begins; installing in-wall lighting to illuminate the entrance ramp; installing an offset p-trap; a visit to a glass-blowing studio; grab bar installation begins.
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#14 - Lexington: All in the Family
Season 45 Episode 14 - Aired 2/8/2024
Landscape planting begins with screen trees and rose bushes; the children pitch in on a painting project; the homeowners discuss Duchenne muscular dystrophy; a modern staircase is installed in the foyer.
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#15 - Lexington: Judgement Day
Season 45 Episode 15 - Aired 2/15/2024
Geothermal is in; kitchen appliances are installed; the new HERS score is revealed.
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#16 - Lexington: Accessible Made Modern
Season 45 Episode 16 - Aired 2/22/2024
The completed renovation of the 1960 mid-century modern home accommodates a family of five, including a child with Duchenne muscular dystrophy; the crew returns to go through the changes with the family.
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#17 - Glen Ridge: Multi-Generational
Season 45 Episode 17 - Aired 3/28/2024
The crew heads to New Jersey for the second project of the season - an 1897 Victorian in the Borough of Glen Ridge that's being renovated for multi-generational living. The homeowners give the crew a tour and explain how the new spaces will be used.
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#18 - Glen Ridge: Vintage
Season 45 Episode 18 - Aired 4/4/2024
Demo has begun uncovering 150-year-old wine bottles in the walls. A chimney is demolished, and the roof is reframed. The architect shares his inspiration for the project, and the mayor gives a tour of the Borough's gas lamps. Asbestos is abated.
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#19 - Glen Ridge: Small But Mighty
Season 45 Episode 19 - Aired 4/11/2024
Termite damage has caused major construction changes. New footings are needed in the basement. A historic community garden is toured. A 15-year-old student talks about working on the project. The old sewer line is replaced without trenching.
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#20 - Glen Ridge: QR Construction
Season 45 Episode 20 - Aired 4/18/2024
Installing helical piers for the new porch; prepping new windows for installation; protecting plumbing pipes from cold weather.
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#21 - Glen Ridge: Roughed In
Season 45 Episode 21 - Aired 4/25/2024
The new flangeless windows are installed water and air tight. Preparation begins for in-ceiling speakers. The Empire State Building is visited. Porch decking is installed to minimize waste, and a hybrid plumbing system is chosen for the house.
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#22 - Glen Ridge: Next Level Tight
Season 45 Episode 22 - Aired 5/2/2024
Air tightness is taken to the next level with vapor barrier electrical boxes. The homeowner designs a custom lead glass sidelight. Various types of weather-resistant barriers are explored. Drip edge flashing and exterior window trim are installed.
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#23 - Glen Ridge: A Breath of Fresh Air
Season 45 Episode 23 - Aired 5/9/2024
The new staircase is manufactured in a shop and assembled on-site. The shop is toured. The homeowner installs a new brick walkway. Wood fiber insulation and the new HRV system are explored. The architect talks about the interior trim details
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#24 - Glen Ridge: Tested and Approved
Season 45 Episode 24 - Aired 5/16/2024
A blower door test reveals the home's airtightness; a baseboard trim gets a radius detail; discussing the borough's effort to maintain its tree-lined streets; installing a prefab tile niche; prepping interior trim for paint finish.
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#25 - Glen Ridge: Spring Forward
Season 45 Episode 25 - Aired 5/23/2024
Building a custom mudroom bench from reclaimed wood; the primary bathroom gets a custom paint finish; spring landscaping; installing kitchen crown molding above the cabinets and recessed lighting.
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The Best Episodes of This Old House Season 45
Every episode of This Old House Season 45 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of This Old House Season 45!
TV's original home-improvement show, following one whole-house renovation over several episodes.
Genre:Documentary
Network:PBS
Season 45 Ratings Summary
"Lexington: On a Mission" is the best rated episode of "This Old House" season 45. It scored N/A/10 based on 0 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 9/28/2023. This episode is rated NaN points higher than the second-best, "Lexington: Shore We Can".