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S04E12 Washing Windows; What Is It? Flushing an Electric Water Heater

2005-12-22

Kevin O'Connor travels to Southern California, where he connects with a local specialist to discover the best tools and methods for washing windows. Upon returning to the loft, Kevin joins landscaping expert Roger Cook, plumbing and heating guru Richard Trethewey, and general contractor Tom Silva to tackle the question, "What is it?" Richard then assists two homeowners in clearing sediment from their old electric water heater. Later on, he shares a few essential maintenance tips for keeping water heaters in good working order.

Season 4 Episodes

1
Mortared Stone Walkway Repair; Patching an Oak Floor
2005-10-06
 2
Creaky Stairs; Static Cling Solution; Electric Shut-Off Valve
2005-10-13
 3
Under-Sink Water Filter; Planting a Drought Resistant Tree
2005-10-20
 4
Flat Tire; Aluminum Rain Gutter; Thermal Expansion Tank
2005-10-27
 5
Rose Bushes; Wobbly Toilet; Water Leak; Hydraulic Cement
2005-11-03
 6
Raised Garden Bed with Timbers; Clearing a Bathtub Drain
2005-11-10
 7
Moss, Algae and Lichen; Leaky Water Valve; Planting Shade
2005-11-17
 8
Circular Saw 101; Outdoor PEX Faucet; Cabling an Oak Tree
2005-11-24
 9
Garage Roof Re-Shingling with Asphalt; Fiberglass Shingles
2005-12-01
 10
Pruning an Overgrown Privet Hedge; New Laundry Sink
2005-12-08
 11
Snowthrowers; What Is It? Installing A New Exterior Door
2005-12-15
 12
Washing Windows; What Is It? Flushing an Electric Water Heater
2005-12-22
 13
New Vinyl Floor; What Is It? Preventing Frozen Pipes
2005-12-29
 14
Radon Mitigation System; Pruning an Apple Tree
2006-01-05
 15
In-Ground Sprinkler System; Pouring a Concrete Footing
2006-01-12
 16
Choosing Hammers; Pressure-Assisted Toilet; Plastered Wall
2006-01-19
 17
Residential Well Repair; Repairing a Hole in Vinyl Siding
2006-01-26
 18
Transplanting a White Spruce; Extending a Staircase Handrail
2006-02-02
 19
Custom Radiator Cover; Installing a Steam Humidifier
2006-02-09
 20
Granite Driveway Marker; Hot Water Radiator System
2006-02-16
 21
Water Heater; Planting Trees to Save Energy; Cellulose Insulation
2006-02-23
 22
Cast-Iron Radiator and Bathtub; Grading; Wobbly Newel Post
2006-03-02
 23
Replacing an Interior Door; Leaky Kitchen Faucet
2006-03-09
 24
Replacing a Dishwasher; Sharpening a Chisel; Lawn Spreaders
2006-03-16
 25
Cutting Ceramic and Stone Tile; Installing a Sump Pump
2006-03-23
 26
Mini-Split Air Conditioning System; De-Thatching a Lawn
2006-03-30