Ask This Old House: Season 14
Season 14 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Ask This Old House Season 13.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 14 Progress Shield
Classroom Garden, House Fan
Oct 3, 2015 · 30 min
The Season 14 premiere features a whole house fan installation; and an explanation of new water heater regulations. Also: working with students to liven up a school's garden.
Garage Power, Chainsaw Safety
Oct 10, 2015 · 30 min
Chainsaw safety is discussed; a garage's electrical connection is improved; and squeaky floors are silenced in a baby's room.
Driveway Patch, Shaker Table
Oct 17, 2015 · 30 min
A driveway pothole is repaired; and an old railroad lantern is given new life. Also: building a Shaker-styled nightstand.
Renewable Energy
Oct 24, 2015 · 30 min
Energy efficiency is explored during a visit to Germany. Also: installing a residential wind turbine in Texas.
Home Composting, Steam Boiler
Oct 31, 2015 · 30 min
How to create soil from organic garbage. Also: why a steam boiler is losing water.
Sink Mistake, Security Light
Nov 7, 2015 · 30 min
Richard travels to Atlanta to replace a vessel sink with a self-rimming sink. Scott installs a motion sensor security light in a driveway. And the guys ask "What is it?"
Butterfly Garden, Dark Closet
Nov 14, 2015 · 30 min
Roger heads to Texas for a lesson on planting a butterfly garden. Tom maps out the best tools for woodworking beginners. And Scott helps a homeowner find illumination in her closet
Home Brew Beer, Rain Barrel
Nov 21, 2015 · 30 min
Kevin heads to a brewery to learn how to make his own beer at home. Bridget Lancaster from America's Test Kitchen stops by with a lesson on ales versus lagers. Tom is in Baltimore
Childproofing; Falling Sink
Jan 2, 2016 · 30 min
Kevin visits Delaware to help a new mother childproof her home. Richard uses his skill to fix an under counter mount sink. And Scott gives Kevin a tutorial on the latest voltage te
Winter Weather Special
Jan 9, 2016 · 30 min
Scott Caron offers an electrical solution to ice dams. Kevin talks climate change with Weather Channel meteorologist Jim Cantore. Roger shares a few tips on snowblower maintenance.
Coffee Table; Grass Paver
Jan 16, 2016 · 30 min
Roger heads to Cape Cod to transform a patch of grass into a lawn you can drive on! In "Build It," Tom and Kevin use reclaimed oak wood to create a coffee table. Richard explains h
Post Light, Pedestal Sink
Jan 23, 2016 · 30 min
Scott heads to South Dakota to install a post light. Richard is in Delaware to replace a pedestal sink. Landscape designer Jenn Nawada explains how to make succulent plants into a
Kitchen Makeover; Attic Stair
Jan 30, 2016 · 30 min
Installing a new attic staircase; updating a kitchen; blowtorches
Smart Lock; Outdoor TV
Feb 6, 2016 · 30 min
Kevin uses a smartphone app to help a homeowner turn his front door deadbolt into an electronic entrance. Scott installs a television outdoors for a little open-air entertainment.
Philly Sconce; Trim Closet
Feb 13, 2016 · 30 min
Tom trims a coat closet to include a shelf and hanger pole and then installs a pre-hung door. Richard explains why a toilet may be leaking. And Scott gives an old Philadelphia chur
Maple Syrup; Chicken Coop; USB
Feb 20, 2016 · 30 min
Tom and Kevin head to Connecticut to construct a back yard chicken coop in "Build It." Jenn Nawada visits a Vermont maple syrup farm to learn how it's made. Christopher Kimball fro
Chimney, Exhaust Fan, Shingle
Mar 26, 2016 · 30 min
A chimney overhaul; the installation of an exhaust fan in a kitchen; and a tutorial on roof shingles.
Overflow, Antique Fixture
Apr 2, 2016 · 30 min
Scott heads to St. Paul to wire a light fixture to match the aesthetic of an antique home. Richard makes an old tub safe by installing an overflow. Tom explains what every homeowne
Wildlife Garden, Floor Patch
Apr 9, 2016 · 30 min
Converting a front yard into a wildlife oasis; restoring a wood floor; unclogging a sink.
Potato Farm, Track Lighting
Apr 16, 2016 · 30 min
Growing potatoes in Idaho; Jim Cantore talks about weather stations; installing track lighting.
Washer-Dryer, Chandelier
Apr 23, 2016 · 30 min
A washer and dryer are installed; and a chandelier is added to a dining room. Also: using a power driver.
Short Door, Grow Herbs
Apr 30, 2016 · 30 min
Repairing an antique door; and growing edible herbs indoors. Also: disappearing toilet water.
Deck Lighting, Fireplaces
May 7, 2016 · 30 min
A deck is given festive lighting; and fireplace options are discussed. Also: the best tools for first-time gardeners.
Nick Offerman, Pipe Shelf
May 14, 2016 · 30 min
Nick Offerman visits. Also: creating a steel pipe shelf; and building a pond-less waterfall.
Murphy Door, House Hydrant
May 21, 2016 · 30 min
A bookshelf is turned into a secret door; and an outdoor house hydrant is installed. Also: the two tools used for most electrical work.
Doorbell, Home Gym, Pipes
May 28, 2016 · 30 min
A home gym is built for a wounded Navy SEAL; and a faulty doorbell is repaired. Also: the important roles that 22 and 45 play under the sink.