Ask This Old House Season 15 Episode 11 Bluestone, Mead, Wire Splices

In the 11th episode of the 15th season of Ask This Old House, titled "Bluestone, Mead, Wire Splices," the team of experts is on a mission to help homeowners with various home repair issues.

Host Kevin O'Connor travels to Pennsylvania to meet with homeowner Linda, who is looking for a way to fix her deteriorating bluestone patio. Kevin brings in stone expert Roger Cook to assess the situation and come up with a solution. Roger recommends cleaning and patching the stones and sealing the surface to protect it from further damage.

In another segment of the episode, Kevin visits a meadery in Maine to learn about the process of making mead and how to get started with home-brewing. He talks with mead-maker Carla about the different flavors and ingredients that can be used in making mead and even gets a chance to sample some of the delicious beverages.

Meanwhile, plumbing expert Richard Trethewey visits a homeowner in need of help with wire splices. The homeowner is looking to install a new light fixture in her home, but the wiring is not properly connected. Richard shows her how to splice the wires correctly to ensure that the new light fixture is safe and functional.

Finally, HVAC expert Heath Eastman travels to Brooklyn, New York to help a homeowner with an issue with their ductless air conditioning system. The homeowner is experiencing uneven cooling throughout the house and Heath explores the system to find the problem. He finds that the ductless air conditioning system was improperly sized and helps the homeowner come up with a solution to fix the issue.

Overall, "Bluestone, Mead, Wire Splices" is a varied and informative episode with a focus on home repair issues. The team of experts offers practical solutions to common problems encountered by homeowners, all while providing interesting insights into the world of home repair and DIY.