Ask This Old House Season 6 Episode 4 Avoiding Water Damage; Uprooting Plants; Epoxy Repairs

In this episode of Ask This Old House, the team tackles three different home improvement projects. First up is avoiding water damage, a crucial issue for homeowners. Host Kevin O'Connor visits a homeowner's property where water has been leaking into the basement. To prevent water from causing any more damage, contractor Tom Silva demonstrates how to install a French drain system. This system will help redirect water away from the house and into a designated drainage area.

Next, Tom heads to another homeowner's yard to help uproot some problematic plants. The homeowner has several invasive species of plants that are causing damage to the yard and nearby structures. Tom demonstrates the proper way to dig up and remove these plants so that they don't continue to spread and cause more damage.

Lastly, Kevin and master electrician Scott Caron work on an epoxy repair. They visit a homeowner who has chipped the edge of his concrete stairs. Kevin and Scott show viewers how to use epoxy to fill in the chip and make the repair look seamless.

Throughout the episode, the team shares helpful tips and tricks for tackling common home improvement issues. Viewers will learn how to avoid water damage, remove invasive plants, and make simple repairs using epoxy. Whether you're a homeowner looking to tackle some DIY projects or simply looking for some home improvement inspiration, this episode of Ask This Old House is a must-watch.