Ask This Old House · SEASON 7
Staining A Deck; Preventing Sewage Backups
Episode 17 · 2009-01-22
- Documentary
Episode overview
General contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner clean, stain and seal his mahogany backyard deck. Then Tom, along with host Kevin O'Connor, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey and landscape contractor Roger Cook ask, "What is it?" Kevin makes a House call to Chicago to help a homeowner prevent sewage backup in her basement by replacing her flood control system. In the Ask This Old House loft, Tom and Richard share a viewer tip on how to remove a wood plug from a hole saw.
30 minutes
Season 7 episodes
1. Collapsing Garage Roof; Installing a Dry Well2008-10-02
2. Mature Tree; Noisy Heating System2008-10-09
3. Pendant Lighting; Care for Succulents2008-10-16
4. Damaged Lawn; Curved Stair Molding2008-10-23
5. Increasing Water Pressure; Transplanting a Bush2008-10-30
6. Laminate Countertops; Brick Walkway; Furnace Filters2008-11-06
7. Reducing Heating Costs; Using a Whole House Fan2008-11-13
8. Waterproofing System/Installing A Privacy Screen2008-11-20
9. Building a Retaining Wall; Loud Faucet2008-11-27
10. Whole-House Water Filter; Repairing a Roof2008-12-04
11. Repairing a Deck; Hydrangea Bush2008-12-11
12. Removing A Boulder; Securing Loose Pipes2008-12-18
13. Energy-Efficient Water Heater; Leveling a Concrete Walkway2008-12-27
14. Backyard Gate; Basement Window; Using Expanding Foam2009-01-01
15. Painting Kitchen Cabinets; Installing Cabinet Accessories2009-01-08
16. Bathtub Conversion; Wood Fill; Solar-Powered Fountain2009-01-15
17. Staining A Deck; Preventing Sewage Backups2009-01-22
18. Tree Pruning; Installing a Shower Mixing Valve2009-01-29
19. Banging Pipes; Installing Fiberglass Door2009-02-05
20. Kids Projects; Vegetable Garden; Mini-Golf; Rocket Launcher2009-02-12
21. Water Saving Toilet; In-Ground Sprinkler System2009-02-19
22. Heating & Cooling System Controller; Re-Grout Tile Floor2009-02-26
23. Basement Wallboards; Tying Knots; Storm-Damaged Trees2009-03-07
24. Garage Door Installation; Preventing Frozen Pipes2009-03-12
25. Ventilation Fan Installation; Chemical Free Lawn Care2009-03-21
26. Leaky PVC Drain Trap; Installing Bamboo Flooring2009-03-28
