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S5·E20 Heat-Tolerant Shrub; Solar Powered Vent

Core Aired February 22, 2007 30 min
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Synopsis

Landscape contractor Roger Cook shows a homeowner how the brick stairs in front of his house have created a blistering "micro-climate," causing damage to an adjacent shrub. Together, they remove the ailing shrub and replace it with a heat-tolerant yew. Then Roger, along with host Kevin O'Connor, general contractor Tom Silva, and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey ask, "What is it?" Afterward, Tom improves the ventilation in an attic by installing a solar-powered roof fan

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 5 Episode 20 of Ask This Old House air?

Season 5, Episode 20 ('Heat-Tolerant Shrub; Solar Powered Vent') originally aired on February 22, 2007.

How long is Season 5 Episode 20 ('Heat-Tolerant Shrub; Solar Powered Vent')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 30 minutes.

What happens in Ask This Old House Season 5 Episode 20?

Landscape contractor Roger Cook shows a homeowner how the brick stairs in front of his house have created a blistering "micro-climate," causing damage to an adjacent shrub. Together, they remove the ailing shrub and replace it with a heat-tolerant yew. Then Roger, along with host Kevin O'Connor, gen...

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