Ask This Old House
S08E07 Weather Stripping; Energy-Efficiency Tips & Analysis
The episode kicks off with general contractor Tom Silva assisting a homeowner in blocking drafts by adding weather-stripping to her front door. Meanwhile, in the loft, host Kevin O'Connor teams up with energy expert Paul Scheckel to explore various strategies for monitoring and reducing electricity usage. Later, plumbing and heating specialist Richard Trethewey guides another homeowner through the process of calculating the appropriate size for a new heating system by conducting a thorough heat-loss analysis.
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Campfire Pit; Installing Range Hood & Microwave Oven
Home Intercom System; Energy-Efficient Fireplace
Outdoor Living Space; Installing Fiber Cement Siding
Aluminum Gutters; Energy-Efficient Washer & Dryer
Sliding Glass Door Installation
Container Gardening; Installing Rooftop Antennas
Weather Stripping; Energy-Efficiency Tips & Analysis
Basic Picnic Table; Installing a Utility Sink
Organic Lawn Care; Re-Routing a Bathroom Fan
Stone Veneer Installation; Retrofitting HVAC Ducts
Laminate Kitchen Countertops; Installing Steel Edging
Concealing Retaining Walls; Quieting PVC Plumbing Vents
Broken Water Softener; Preventing Deer Damage in Gardens
Mantel and Hearth; Rejuvenating Baseboard Radiator
Bathroom Installations; Comparing Wall Insulation
Conserving Rainwater; Removing an Interior Wall
Ductless Air Conditioning; Eliminating Ceiling Leaks
Crown Molding; Replacing Rotting Fence Posts
Protective Furniture Finish; Winterizing Outdoor Gardens
Remodeling Kitchen Area; Improving Drainage in Planters
Energy-Efficient Water Heaters; Propane-Fueled Mosquito Traps
Reviving a Damaged Lawn; Unclogging Kitchen Sink Drains
Using String Trimmers; Stripping Dangerous Lead Paint
Attracting Different Bird Species; Dual-flush Toilet Valves
Repairing Newel Posts; Cutting Rigid Pipes
Replacing an Outdoor Faucet; Sharpening Lawn Mower Blades