Ask This Old House: Season 9
Season 9 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 8.
- 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 9 Progress Shield
Water and Drain Lines for a Sink; Rescuing Improperly Planted Trees
Oct 7, 2010 · 30 min
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey kicks off the 9th season of Ask This Old House by helping a homeowner in Canada install a new kitchen sink. Then, up in the loft, gene
Balusters an a Staircase; Laying a Stone Footpath
Oct 14, 2010 · 30 min
General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner install balusters on his new staircase. Then Tom, along with host Kevin O'Connor, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey, and
Attic Storage Space; Repairing a Broken Doorbell
Oct 21, 2010 · 30 min
General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner find additional storage space by creating a new doorway into an unused attic. Then Tom, along with landscaping contractor Roger Cook,
Repairing a Rotted Windowsill; Installing an Outdoor Faucet
Oct 28, 2010 · 30 min
General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner repair a rotted windowsill. Then Tom, along with host Kevin O'Connor, landscaping contractor Roger Cook, and plumbing and heating exp
Wheelchair Accessible Raised Garden Bed; Fixing a Leaky Roof
Nov 4, 2010 · 30 min
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook builds a raised garden bed that is accessible by wheelchair. Then, general contractor Tom Silva shows a homeowner how to repair a leak in his roof
Choosing Groundcover; Installing Hydronic Baseboard Heaters
Nov 11, 2010 · 30 min
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook and plant expert Carrie Kelly discuss different types of groundcover. Then, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner warm u
Circular Patio and Fire Pit; Repairing Brick Stairs
Nov 18, 2010 · 30 min
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook heads to Fargo, North Dakota, where he and a local crew help a homeowner build a new circular patio and fire pit. Then Roger, along with host Kevi
Energy-Efficient Storm Door; Cutting and Soldering Copper Pipes
Nov 25, 2010 · 30 min
General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner install a new energy-efficient storm door. Then, up in the loft, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows host Kevin O'Con
Uneven Stone Patio; Repainting a Rusty Bulkhead Door
Dec 2, 2010 · 30 min
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner repair an uneven stone patio. Then Roger, along with host Kevin O'Connor, general contractor Tom Silva, and plumbing and heating
Hot Water Radiant Tubing; Joint Compound on Drywall Corners
Dec 9, 2010 · 30 min
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner heat his newly remodeled kitchen by installing hot water radiant tubing underneath the floor. Then Richard, along wi
Loose Carpeting on a Staircase; Tools for Digging; Recessed Lights
Dec 16, 2010 · 30 min
General contractor Tom Silva helps an old friend repair the loose carpeting on his staircase. Then, landscaping contractor Roger Cook shows host Kevin O'Connor several different ty
Forced-Air Furnace and Air Conditioning; Damaged Oak Flooring
Dec 23, 2010 · 30 min
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a pair of homeowners reduce their utility bills by installing a new forced-air furnace and air conditioning system. Then, genera
Sharpening Chains; Fixing a Leaky Rain Gutter; Fiberglass Bathtub
Dec 30, 2010 · 30 min
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook and chainsaw expert Tim Ard demonstrate safe chainsaw use and a brand new way to sharpen chains. Then, general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeow
Second Bathroom Sink; Large Crack in a Concrete Block Foundation
Jan 6, 2011 · 30 min
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner install a second sink into an existing bathroom vanity. Next, landscaping contractor Roger Cook shares a viewer tip
Lawn Mowing; Building a Backyard Deck
Jan 13, 2011 · 30 min
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook shows host Kevin O'Connor a few helpful techniques for mowing a lawn. Then, general contractor Tom Silva helps two homeowners begin building the b
Completing a Backyard Deck; Hidden Deck-Fastening Systems
Jan 20, 2011 · 30 min
General contractor Tom Silva helps two homeowners complete the construction of their new backyard deck. Then, back in the workshop, Tom shows host Kevin O'Connor a few other types
Rainwater from Gutters; Pliers; Insulating an Attic Floor
Jan 27, 2011 · 30 min
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook shows host Kevin O'Connor a few ways to deal with rainwater from gutters and downspouts. Then, up in the workshop, plumbing and heating expert Ric
Painting Interior Walls; Water Heater with a Valve Preventing Floods
Feb 3, 2011 · 30 min
Up in the workshop, expert painter Mark O'Lalor shows host Kevin O'Connor a few tricks and techniques for painting an interior wall. Then Kevin, along with landscaping contractor R
Narrow Garden Bed; Workshop in Memphis; Wood-Burning Insert
Feb 10, 2011 · 30 min
In the first episode of a two-part road trip through America's heartland, landscaping contractor Roger Cook helps a homeowner in Wichita, Kansas plant a narrow garden bed near her
Outdoor Outlets; Flower Bulbs; Graceland; Worn-Out Cabinets
Feb 17, 2011 · 30 min
The conclusion of the road trip through America's heartland. Included: installing an outdoor electrical outlet; planting flower bulbs; replacing worn-out kitchen-cabinet hardware.
Solar Water Heating; Electrical Safety Devices; Support Posts
Feb 24, 2011 · 30 min
Installing a solar water-heating system; replacing rotting support posts under a backyard deck. Also: devices that make residential electrical systems safer.
Antique Door Hardware; Geothermal Home Heating and Cooling
Mar 3, 2011 · 30 min
Host Kevin O'Connor and general contractor Tom Silva demonstrate how to select and install antique and reproduction door hardware. Then, Kevin and Tom, along with plumbing and heat
Splitting Firewood; Paintbrushes; Connecting a Bar Sink to a Sewer
Mar 10, 2011 · 30 min
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook and host Kevin O'Connor show some different methods and tools for splitting firewood. Then, back in the workshop, professional painter Jeff Young
Tool Storage Cabinet; Protecting a House From Flood Damage
Mar 17, 2011 · 30 min
Up in the workshop, general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O'Connor build a tool storage cabinet, perfect for any basement or garage. Then, Tom and Kevin, along with landscapi
Removing Vinyl; Vintage House Parts; Eliminating Gurgling Sounds
Mar 24, 2011 · 30 min
General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner remove a vinyl kitchen floor. Then host Kevin O'Connor tours a well-stocked architectural salvage yard for vintage house parts. Back
Yard Clean Up; Installing Carpet Tiles
Mar 31, 2011 · 30 min
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook and host Kevin O'Connor head outside to do some yard clean-up using rakes, blowers and lawn vacuums. Then, up in the loft, plumbing and heating ex