The BEST episodes of Ask This Old House season 20
Every episode of Ask This Old House season 20, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Ask This Old House season 20!
The crew at This Old House take on some pretty big projects, which means they can only work on one or two houses a year. But homeowners have a virtual truckload of questions on smaller projects, and the TOH crew is ready to answer. Ask This Old House solves the steady stream of home improvement problems faced by viewers - and the crew even makes house calls!
#1 - All About Succulents, Under-Sink Water Filter
Season 20 - Episode 31 - Aired 5/26/2022
Jenn talks about different types of succulents; Richard installs a reverse osmosis under-sink water filter; Tom builds a classic milk stool.
#2 - Crown Molding for Corner Angles, The Future of Solar
Season 20 - Episode 35 - Aired 7/7/2022
Heath shares why he became an electrician and what he loves about his trade; Mauro shows a trick for applying caulk in gaps; Tom shows how to install crown molding around corner angles; Ross explains the future of solar at MIT.
#3 - Window Flower Boxes, Smart Electrical Panels
Season 20 - Episode 23 - Aired 3/31/2022
Tom shares how he became a general contractor and what he loves about his trade; Heath and Ross explain what smart electric panels are and how they work; Jenn and Nathan build and fill new window flower boxes.
#4 - Holiday Projects
Season 20 - Episode 11 - Aired 12/23/2021
Jenn explains how to identify and care for holly plants; Richard explains how dishwashers work and how to troubleshoot them when they don't drain properly; Tom and Kevin turn Christmas ornaments.
#5 - Wifi Extension, Tub Drain
Season 20 - Episode 12 - Aired 12/30/2021
In Tool Lab, Nathan explains what different table saw blade types are used for; Ross extends WiFi service in a house; Richard replaces a faulty tub drain; the team shares their New Years' Resolutions.
#6 - Shrub Harvesting, Building A Box Joint Jig
Season 20 - Episode 19 - Aired 2/17/2022
Jenn visits a nursery to learn how shrubs are planted and harvested; Ross and Nathan show cost-effective ways to air-seal your windows this winter; Tom demonstrates how to build a serving tray using a box joint jig.
#7 - Vinyl Fence, Building A Beehive
Season 20 - Episode 26 - Aired 4/21/2022
Jenn Nawada suggests houseplants for areas of shade, partial shade and sun. Jenn Largesse shows how to put up an outdoor vinyl fence. Tom builds a beehive out of wood.
#8 - DIY Birdbath, Dog Chew Wood Repair
Season 20 - Episode 27 - Aired 4/28/2022
Nathan shows how to mount a flat screen TV on a wall. Mark builds a stone birdbath. Tom repairs a Newel post damaged by a dog.
#9 - Celebrating Fathers as Mentors
Season 20 - Episode 33 - Aired 6/23/2022
Ask This Old House team members talk about their fathers as mentors; Richard and Ross explain airflow in buildings; Tom finishes a baseball bat display case.
#10 - Basic Electrical Tools; Home Energy Assessment
Season 20 - Episode 32 - Aired 6/2/2022
Heath shows how to use common electrical tools; Ross conducts an in-depth home energy assessment; Mauro shares one of his favorite painting tips.
#11 - Stone Water Fountain, Supply Chain Shortages
Season 20 - Episode 17 - Aired 2/3/2022
Jenn and Mark show how to make a stone water fountain for your garden; In Tool Lab, Nathan breaks down Miter Saw blades; The team comes together to discuss the challenges they've faced dealing with ongoing supply chain issues.
#12 - Durable Landscape; Cutting Board
Season 20 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/7/2021
Jenn creates a landscape that can withstand heavy pedestrian traffic; Richard explains the options available for water heaters; Tom and Kevin build a cutting board out of walnut, cherry, and maple.
#13 - Hole Patches; Threshold Repair
Season 20 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/14/2021
Jenn discusses creative options for ground cover plants; Tom demonstrates different techniques for patching wall holes; Mark demonstrates how to patch brick holes; Nathan installs a new threshold.
#14 - An AskTOH Barn Raising
Season 20 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/18/2021
The entire team comes together to help Mark rebuild the chicken barn he lost to a fire. They reframe the barn, hook up new electrical wiring, connect a utility sink, and hang an exterior door.
#15 - Rot Repair, Heat Pumps
Season 20 - Episode 13 - Aired 1/6/2022
Mark shares the story of how he became a mason; Tom explains why wood rots on houses, how to prevent it, and how to repair it if it occurs; Ross explores heat pump technology.
#16 - Fall Garden Tips, Paint Cabinets
Season 20 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/11/2021
Jenn shares her list of must have gardening tools and how to put a garden to bed before winter; Mauro demonstrates how to paint a kitchen cabinet; Nathan installs exterior front door trim.
#17 - Replace Vinyl Floor, Heating Bill Savings
Season 20 - Episode 16 - Aired 1/27/2022
Jenn shares the story of how she became a landscape designer; Richard and Ross explain cost-effective ways to save money on your heating bill this winter; Nathan helps a homeowner replace a vinyl kitchen floor.
#18 - Moving a Ceiling Light Fixture, Tool Lab- Finish Nailers
Season 20 - Episode 34 - Aired 6/30/2022
Kevin shares how he became the host of This Old House; Tom shows a simple trick for drawing a perfect ellipse; Heath moves a light fixture and Mauro patches the ceiling; Nathan explains the basics of finish nailers.
#19 - Deck Chairs, Damp Basement
Season 20 - Episode 37 - Aired 7/21/2022
Tom shares a trick to space balusters evenly; Heath shows how to drill holes in studs to run wire; Jenn Largesse builds DIY deck chairs; Richard explains ways to deal with a damp basement.
#20 - Easier Plumbing, Roofing 101
Season 20 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/4/2021
Mark explains how bricks are made and how many different varieties there are; Richard explains how solderless connections work; Tom assess and reshingles a shed roof with asphalt shingles.
#21 - Camilla's Workshop
Season 20 - Episode 10 - Aired 12/16/2021
General contractor and expert woodworker Tom Silva meets past guest and young woodworker Camilla in her dad's shop where they catch up since they last met. After checking out some of Camilla's work, the two discuss her need for a workspace of her own. With a worktable in mind, Tom invites her back to the workshop to help with the special project, a birdhouse.
#22 - Patch Plaster, Sinking Drywell
Season 20 - Episode 14 - Aired 1/13/2022
Heath explains why finish electrical work is his favorite stage of the job; Mauro demonstrates how to repair a crack in plaster; Mark raises a drywell in a driveway that is sinking below grade.
#23 - Concrete Driveway, Spray Paint
Season 20 - Episode 20 - Aired 2/24/2022
Nathan gives a tour of his highly organized truck; Richard shows different kinds of bidets and their functions; Mauro explains how to use spray paint for small home projects; Mark replaces an old, patched driveway with a new concrete one.
#24 - Wobbly Toilet, Led Lightbulbs
Season 20 - Episode 25 - Aired 4/14/2022
Nathan shares how he became a carpenter and what he loves about his trade; Heath talks all about different LED light bulbs; Richard fixes a wobbly toilet and repairs a sticky faucet handle.
#25 - All About Hydrangeas, Refinish Deck Railing
Season 20 - Episode 29 - Aired 5/12/2022
Jenn shows off different varieties of hydrangeas; Heath explains types of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and their functions; Mauro refinishes deck railings and posts.