Ask This Old House Season 7 Episode 21 Season 7, Episode 21

In Season 7, Episode 21 of Ask This Old House, the team takes on a variety of home improvement projects, from repairing a leaking showerhead to building a raised garden bed.

The episode starts off with host Kevin O'Connor visiting a homeowner in Massachusetts who is having issues with a leaky showerhead. Kevin and plumbing expert Richard Trethewey show viewers how to troubleshoot common showerhead problems and replace faulty components to fix the leak.

Next, Kevin travels to San Francisco to meet a homeowner who wants to improve the energy efficiency of his home by installing a new smart thermostat. HVAC specialist Richard Trethewey shows the homeowner how to install the thermostat and explains how it can help him save money on his energy bills.

Meanwhile, landscape contractor Roger Cook heads to New Hampshire to help a homeowner build a raised garden bed. Roger demonstrates how to select the right location for a garden bed, how to construct the bed using pressure-treated lumber, and how to add soil and plants.

Back in the workshop, master carpenter Norm Abram shares an old-fashioned technique for creating decorative wooden plugs to cover screw holes in woodworking projects.

Finally, Kevin and Richard answer viewer questions, offering advice on topics ranging from how to clean a clogged gutter to how to repair a water-damaged ceiling.

Throughout the episode, the team demonstrates a variety of useful tips and techniques for homeowners, from basic plumbing repairs to more advanced gardening and woodworking projects. With their expert guidance, viewers can learn how to tackle a variety of home improvement projects and make their homes more functional, efficient, and beautiful.