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Friday, February 27th

2:30am on
Runtime: 00:25:21
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Split Water Heater, Attic Ladder

Ross upgrades a home to a solar-assisted split heat pump water heater, ideal for cold climates. Kevin and Jenn discuss three common houseplant pests and Jenn shares some simple tricks to banish them. Nathan solves a tough attic access issue.

8:30am on
Runtime: 00:29:00
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Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing

Lee heads to Washington state to uncover why the Pacific Northwest is the heart of Kentucky bluegrass seed production. Mark breaks down popular paver types and walkway patterns. Nathan teams up to install a porch swing.

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:29:00
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Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing

Lee heads to Washington state to uncover why the Pacific Northwest is the heart of Kentucky bluegrass seed production. Mark breaks down popular paver types and walkway patterns. Nathan teams up to install a porch swing.

Saturday, February 28th

4:30am on
Runtime: 00:29:00
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Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing

Lee heads to Washington state to uncover why the Pacific Northwest is the heart of Kentucky bluegrass seed production. Mark breaks down popular paver types and walkway patterns. Nathan teams up to install a porch swing.

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:29:00
Widescreen

Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing

Lee heads to Washington state to uncover why the Pacific Northwest is the heart of Kentucky bluegrass seed production. Mark breaks down popular paver types and walkway patterns. Nathan teams up to install a porch swing.

3:30pm on
Runtime: 00:29:00
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Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing

Lee heads to Washington state to uncover why the Pacific Northwest is the heart of Kentucky bluegrass seed production. Mark breaks down popular paver types and walkway patterns. Nathan teams up to install a porch swing.

Monday, March 2nd

8:30am on
Runtime: 00:25:21
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Split Water Heater, Attic Ladder

Ross upgrades a home to a solar-assisted split heat pump water heater, ideal for cold climates. Kevin and Jenn discuss three common houseplant pests and Jenn shares some simple tricks to banish them. Nathan solves a tough attic access issue.

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:25:21
Widescreen

Split Water Heater, Attic Ladder

Ross upgrades a home to a solar-assisted split heat pump water heater, ideal for cold climates. Kevin and Jenn discuss three common houseplant pests and Jenn shares some simple tricks to banish them. Nathan solves a tough attic access issue.

Tuesday, March 3rd

4:30am on
Runtime: 00:25:21
Widescreen

Split Water Heater, Attic Ladder

Ross upgrades a home to a solar-assisted split heat pump water heater, ideal for cold climates. Kevin and Jenn discuss three common houseplant pests and Jenn shares some simple tricks to banish them. Nathan solves a tough attic access issue.

Friday, March 6th

8:30am on
Runtime: 00:25:21
Widescreen

Split Water Heater, Attic Ladder

Ross upgrades a home to a solar-assisted split heat pump water heater, ideal for cold climates. Kevin and Jenn discuss three common houseplant pests and Jenn shares some simple tricks to banish them. Nathan solves a tough attic access issue.

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:25:21
Widescreen

Split Water Heater, Attic Ladder

Ross upgrades a home to a solar-assisted split heat pump water heater, ideal for cold climates. Kevin and Jenn discuss three common houseplant pests and Jenn shares some simple tricks to banish them. Nathan solves a tough attic access issue.

Saturday, March 7th

4:30am on
Runtime: 00:25:21
Widescreen

Split Water Heater, Attic Ladder

Ross upgrades a home to a solar-assisted split heat pump water heater, ideal for cold climates. Kevin and Jenn discuss three common houseplant pests and Jenn shares some simple tricks to banish them. Nathan solves a tough attic access issue.

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:25:21
Widescreen

Split Water Heater, Attic Ladder

Ross upgrades a home to a solar-assisted split heat pump water heater, ideal for cold climates. Kevin and Jenn discuss three common houseplant pests and Jenn shares some simple tricks to banish them. Nathan solves a tough attic access issue.

3:30pm on
Runtime: 00:25:21
Widescreen

Split Water Heater, Attic Ladder

Ross upgrades a home to a solar-assisted split heat pump water heater, ideal for cold climates. Kevin and Jenn discuss three common houseplant pests and Jenn shares some simple tricks to banish them. Nathan solves a tough attic access issue.

Monday, March 9th

8:30am on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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3-Way Switch, Split Rail Fence

Mauro and Kevin show how to test for lead paint. Heath breaks down how-way switches work and common wiring mistakes. Nathan and Lee install a classic wooden split rail fence to prevent cars from parking on a homeowner's front lawn.

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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3-Way Switch, Split Rail Fence

Mauro and Kevin show how to test for lead paint. Heath breaks down how-way switches work and common wiring mistakes. Nathan and Lee install a classic wooden split rail fence to prevent cars from parking on a homeowner's front lawn.

Tuesday, March 10th

4:30am on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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3-Way Switch, Split Rail Fence

Mauro and Kevin show how to test for lead paint. Heath breaks down how-way switches work and common wiring mistakes. Nathan and Lee install a classic wooden split rail fence to prevent cars from parking on a homeowner's front lawn.

Friday, March 13th

8:30am on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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3-Way Switch, Split Rail Fence

Mauro and Kevin show how to test for lead paint. Heath breaks down how-way switches work and common wiring mistakes. Nathan and Lee install a classic wooden split rail fence to prevent cars from parking on a homeowner's front lawn.

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
Widescreen

3-Way Switch, Split Rail Fence

Mauro and Kevin show how to test for lead paint. Heath breaks down how-way switches work and common wiring mistakes. Nathan and Lee install a classic wooden split rail fence to prevent cars from parking on a homeowner's front lawn.

Saturday, March 14th

4:30am on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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3-Way Switch, Split Rail Fence

Mauro and Kevin show how to test for lead paint. Heath breaks down how-way switches work and common wiring mistakes. Nathan and Lee install a classic wooden split rail fence to prevent cars from parking on a homeowner's front lawn.

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:26:46
Widescreen

3-Way Switch, Split Rail Fence

Mauro and Kevin show how to test for lead paint. Heath breaks down how-way switches work and common wiring mistakes. Nathan and Lee install a classic wooden split rail fence to prevent cars from parking on a homeowner's front lawn.

3:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
Widescreen

3-Way Switch, Split Rail Fence

Mauro and Kevin show how to test for lead paint. Heath breaks down how-way switches work and common wiring mistakes. Nathan and Lee install a classic wooden split rail fence to prevent cars from parking on a homeowner's front lawn.

Monday, March 16th

8:30am on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Toys and Color, Air Switch

Tom discusses common types of caulks and sealants. Richard installs a garbage disposal with an air switch controller. Kevin is joined by Wendy and Kaden, hosts of the popular channel "Toys and Colors," to build a children's dress-up closet.

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Toys and Color, Air Switch

Tom discusses common types of caulks and sealants. Richard installs a garbage disposal with an air switch controller. Kevin is joined by Wendy and Kaden, hosts of the popular channel "Toys and Colors," to build a children's dress-up closet.

Tuesday, March 17th

4:30am on
Runtime: 00:26:46
Widescreen

Toys and Color, Air Switch

Tom discusses common types of caulks and sealants. Richard installs a garbage disposal with an air switch controller. Kevin is joined by Wendy and Kaden, hosts of the popular channel "Toys and Colors," to build a children's dress-up closet.

Thursday, March 19th

8:30pm on
Runtime: 00:29:00
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Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing

Lee heads to Washington state to uncover why the Pacific Northwest is the heart of Kentucky bluegrass seed production. Mark breaks down popular paver types and walkway patterns. Nathan teams up to install a porch swing.

Friday, March 20th

2:30am on
Runtime: 00:29:00
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Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing

Lee heads to Washington state to uncover why the Pacific Northwest is the heart of Kentucky bluegrass seed production. Mark breaks down popular paver types and walkway patterns. Nathan teams up to install a porch swing.

8:30am on
Runtime: 00:26:46
Widescreen

Toys and Color, Air Switch

Tom discusses common types of caulks and sealants. Richard installs a garbage disposal with an air switch controller. Kevin is joined by Wendy and Kaden, hosts of the popular channel "Toys and Colors," to build a children's dress-up closet.

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
Widescreen

Toys and Color, Air Switch

Tom discusses common types of caulks and sealants. Richard installs a garbage disposal with an air switch controller. Kevin is joined by Wendy and Kaden, hosts of the popular channel "Toys and Colors," to build a children's dress-up closet.

Saturday, March 21st

4:30am on
Runtime: 00:26:46
Widescreen

Toys and Color, Air Switch

Tom discusses common types of caulks and sealants. Richard installs a garbage disposal with an air switch controller. Kevin is joined by Wendy and Kaden, hosts of the popular channel "Toys and Colors," to build a children's dress-up closet.

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:26:46
Widescreen

Toys and Color, Air Switch

Tom discusses common types of caulks and sealants. Richard installs a garbage disposal with an air switch controller. Kevin is joined by Wendy and Kaden, hosts of the popular channel "Toys and Colors," to build a children's dress-up closet.

2:00pm on
Runtime: 00:29:00
Widescreen

Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing

Lee heads to Washington state to uncover why the Pacific Northwest is the heart of Kentucky bluegrass seed production. Mark breaks down popular paver types and walkway patterns. Nathan teams up to install a porch swing.

3:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
Widescreen

Toys and Color, Air Switch

Tom discusses common types of caulks and sealants. Richard installs a garbage disposal with an air switch controller. Kevin is joined by Wendy and Kaden, hosts of the popular channel "Toys and Colors," to build a children's dress-up closet.

Monday, March 23rd

8:30am on
Runtime: 00:29:00
Widescreen

Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing

Lee heads to Washington state to uncover why the Pacific Northwest is the heart of Kentucky bluegrass seed production. Mark breaks down popular paver types and walkway patterns. Nathan teams up to install a porch swing.

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:29:00
Widescreen

Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing

Lee heads to Washington state to uncover why the Pacific Northwest is the heart of Kentucky bluegrass seed production. Mark breaks down popular paver types and walkway patterns. Nathan teams up to install a porch swing.

Tuesday, March 24th

4:30am on
Runtime: 00:29:00
Widescreen

Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing

Lee heads to Washington state to uncover why the Pacific Northwest is the heart of Kentucky bluegrass seed production. Mark breaks down popular paver types and walkway patterns. Nathan teams up to install a porch swing.

Thursday, March 26th

8:30pm on
Runtime: 00:27:00
Widescreen

Lead Testing, Hillside Steps NEW

Richard explains why sink clogs happen, how to prevent them, and offers safer maintenance alternatives. Mauro demonstrates how to test for lead-based paint. Then, Mark installs granite hillside steps, creating safer access to a backyard fire pit.

Friday, March 27th

2:30am on
Runtime: 00:27:00
Widescreen

Lead Testing, Hillside Steps

Richard explains why sink clogs happen, how to prevent them, and offers safer maintenance alternatives. Mauro demonstrates how to test for lead-based paint. Then, Mark installs granite hillside steps, creating safer access to a backyard fire pit.

8:30am on
Runtime: 00:29:00
Widescreen

Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing

Lee heads to Washington state to uncover why the Pacific Northwest is the heart of Kentucky bluegrass seed production. Mark breaks down popular paver types and walkway patterns. Nathan teams up to install a porch swing.

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:29:00
Widescreen

Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing

Lee heads to Washington state to uncover why the Pacific Northwest is the heart of Kentucky bluegrass seed production. Mark breaks down popular paver types and walkway patterns. Nathan teams up to install a porch swing.

Saturday, March 28th

4:30am on
Runtime: 00:29:00
Widescreen

Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing

Lee heads to Washington state to uncover why the Pacific Northwest is the heart of Kentucky bluegrass seed production. Mark breaks down popular paver types and walkway patterns. Nathan teams up to install a porch swing.

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:29:00
Widescreen

Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing

Lee heads to Washington state to uncover why the Pacific Northwest is the heart of Kentucky bluegrass seed production. Mark breaks down popular paver types and walkway patterns. Nathan teams up to install a porch swing.

2:00pm on
Runtime: 00:27:00
Widescreen

Lead Testing, Hillside Steps

Richard explains why sink clogs happen, how to prevent them, and offers safer maintenance alternatives. Mauro demonstrates how to test for lead-based paint. Then, Mark installs granite hillside steps, creating safer access to a backyard fire pit.

3:30pm on
Runtime: 00:29:00
Widescreen

Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing

Lee heads to Washington state to uncover why the Pacific Northwest is the heart of Kentucky bluegrass seed production. Mark breaks down popular paver types and walkway patterns. Nathan teams up to install a porch swing.

Monday, March 30th

8:30am on
Runtime: 00:27:00
Widescreen

Lead Testing, Hillside Steps

Richard explains why sink clogs happen, how to prevent them, and offers safer maintenance alternatives. Mauro demonstrates how to test for lead-based paint. Then, Mark installs granite hillside steps, creating safer access to a backyard fire pit.

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:27:00
Widescreen

Lead Testing, Hillside Steps

Richard explains why sink clogs happen, how to prevent them, and offers safer maintenance alternatives. Mauro demonstrates how to test for lead-based paint. Then, Mark installs granite hillside steps, creating safer access to a backyard fire pit.

Tuesday, March 31st

4:30am on
Runtime: 00:27:00
Widescreen

Lead Testing, Hillside Steps

Richard explains why sink clogs happen, how to prevent them, and offers safer maintenance alternatives. Mauro demonstrates how to test for lead-based paint. Then, Mark installs granite hillside steps, creating safer access to a backyard fire pit.

Wednesday, April 1st

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
Widescreen

Sliding Barn Door, Drywell

Nathan travels to Birmingham, Alabama to install a sliding barn door in an open-concept loft apartment; Tom compares the qualities of different types of roofing materials; Ross explains the culprit behind damaged solar panels and how to prevent future damage; Mark installs a drywell for a homeowner with drainage issues in his backyard.

Thursday, April 2nd

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Nursery Paint, Record Stand

Mauro paints a baby's nursery using zero VOC paint; Richard tests out a new dryer that uses a heat pump to dry the clothes; Tom and Kevin build a record player stand out of oak plywood.

8:30pm on
Runtime: 00:27:00
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Nola Shutters, Hardwired Alarms NEW

Nathan Gilbert upgrades shutters in a historic New Orleans neighborhood, matching the original style and material. Jenn Nawada and Lee Gilliam explain how to read fertilizer labels and choose between organic and synthetic options. Heath Eastman upgrades battery-operated smoke detectors to a hardwired combo alarm system. Heath asks a local fire chief for installation safety tips beforehand.

Friday, April 3rd

2:30am on
Runtime: 00:27:00
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Nola Shutters, Hardwired Alarms

Nathan Gilbert upgrades shutters in a historic New Orleans neighborhood, matching the original style and material. Jenn Nawada and Lee Gilliam explain how to read fertilizer labels and choose between organic and synthetic options. Heath Eastman upgrades battery-operated smoke detectors to a hardwired combo alarm system. Heath asks a local fire chief for installation safety tips beforehand.

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Radiator, Fireplace Veneer

Jenn teaches Kevin how to plant a small herb garden with a cocktail theme; a homeowner's radiator sprung away from the pipe when he tried to replace the valve, so Richard heads to his house to help him reconnect it; Mark replaces a homeowner's sloppy fireplace surround with a clean, thin brick veneer.

Monday, April 6th

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Ductless Humidifier, Planters

Tom explains the uses and purposes of different types of screws; Richard travels to Park City, Utah to install a whole house ductless humidifier; Ross and Richard discuss changes to electric bill payment structures; Jenn installs a front entry planter for a homeowner that will last through the winter.

Tuesday, April 7th

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Built-In, Dining Room Light

Tom repairs an old dining room built-in with hand tools and a bar of soap; the team shares more home inspection nightmares; electrician Heath Eastman makes his first house call to install a chandelier in a homeowner's dining room.

Wednesday, April 8th

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Women's Repair Class, Garden

Tom checks out a women's only DIY class on building a footstool and discusses some of the unique challenges faced by women learning DIY skills; Jenn helps a homeowner select, place, and install plants for her terraced garden; the team discusses the ways homeowners and contractors should communicate to set appropriate expectations for home improvement projects.

Thursday, April 9th

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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8:30pm on
Runtime: 00:27:00
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NEW

Friday, April 10th

2:30am on
Runtime: 00:27:00
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2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Saturday, April 11th

2:00pm on
Runtime: 00:27:00
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Monday, April 13th

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Cable Railing, Painting Shutters

Tom travels to Utah to help a homeowner replace his traditional stair railing with more modern cable railing; Richard explains why standard PVC should not be used to vent gas appliances and what should be used instead; Nathan upgrades a standard, flat panel hollow core door to look more modern; Mauro helps a homeowner properly clean and paint her vinyl shutters.

Tuesday, April 14th

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Beehive Oven, Jimmy Diresta

Mark explains the history and function of beehive ovens and then restores one; Richard explains failure points in toilet tanks and how to repair them; maker Jimmy DiResta invites Tom to his shop for a welding lesson and to build a metal coat rack.

Wednesday, April 15th

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Stoop Planters, Fireplace Insert

Kevin builds a hexagon planter with maker Jenn Largesse; Jenn Nawada travels to Brooklyn to revive a stoop that has been taken over by weeds; the team shares more Home Inspection Nightmares; Heath installs an electric fireplace insert.

Thursday, April 16th

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Ceiling Light, Tool Storage

Nathan demonstrates a sanding kit with different profiles; Heath clarifies and installs the temperature rating system for ceiling lights; Mark explains the purposes and uses for different types of trowels; Tom and Kevin build a tool storage shelf.

8:30pm on
Runtime: 00:27:00
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NEW

Friday, April 17th

2:30am on
Runtime: 00:27:00
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2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Loose Railing, Smart Thermostat

Nathan travels to a Sears kit house to tighten a loose stair railing; Mauro demonstrates how to strip paint off old door hardware; Heath explains the uses and purposes of electrical boxes; Richard replaces an old thermostat with a smart thermostat.

Saturday, April 18th

2:00pm on
Runtime: 00:27:00
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Monday, April 20th

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Weird Shower Valve, Mossy Roof

Richard replaces a shower valve he has never seen before in his career with a conventional pressure balanced one; Nathan demonstrates how to refinish stair treads; Tom helps a homeowner remove moss from his roof and prevent it from growing back.

Tuesday, April 21st

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Indoor Garden, Fireplace Hearth

Jenn installs a unique kind of indoor garden for a homeowner who wants to grow vegetables year round; Tom explains the basics of using a hole saw; Mark replaces a common terra cotta hearth with slate tile.

Wednesday, April 22nd

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Dog Dish Stand, Gas Lantern

Nathan demonstrates a mobile CNC routing machine; Tom teaches a young woodworker how to build a dog dish stand using primarily power tools; Heath explains different methods for wiring a portable generator to a house; Ross gives an update on an app.

Thursday, April 23rd

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Cherry Blossoms, Mount Rushmore

Jenn travels to Washington D.C.; Mark learns about how Mount Rushmore was built and demonstrates techniques for cutting stone; Nathan visits Abraham Lincoln's house and helps a homeowner replace traditional mortise hardware with hardware that locks.

8:30pm on
Runtime: 00:27:00
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NEW

Friday, April 24th

2:30am on
Runtime: 00:27:00
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2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Custom Screen Door, Paint Trim

Ross tests out some new smart lighting configurations; Tom helps a homeowner build a custom screen door to fit her unique front entryway; Mauro teaches a homeowner some techniques to paint old 1960s wood trim with a varnish on it.

Saturday, April 25th

2:00pm on
Runtime: 00:27:00
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Monday, April 27th

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Ground Wire, Fireplace Doors

Kevin works with Jenn Largesse to demonstrate a technique on a trim router; Heath grounds an outlet for a homeowner; Mauro explains different paint rollers and demonstrates good rolling techniques; Mark replaces malfunctioning fireplace doors.

Tuesday, April 28th

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Pedestal Sink, Grout Cleaning

Richard helps a homeowner replace the plumbing components in his pedestal sink; Heath discusses new technology for bathroom vent fans; the team shares home inspection nightmares; Tom explains how to clean dirty tile grout using household supplies.

Wednesday, April 29th

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Paver Patio, Shoe Rack

Mark helps an expecting couple install a concrete paver patio; Jenn discusses the common elements she includes in outdoor kitchen designs; Tom and Kevin build a combination bench/shoe rack out of fir decking.

Thursday, April 30th

2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Cedar Shingles, Vegetable Garden

Tom explains the architecture, installation, and maintenance of white cedar shingles; Richard explains some of the common failure points in hose spigots and how to repair them; Jenn travels to Raleigh, North Carolina to help a couple build and plant a self-watering vegetable garden.

8:30pm on
Runtime: 00:27:00
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NEW

Friday, May 1st

2:30am on
Runtime: 00:27:00
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2:30pm on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Mantel, Too Many Light Switches

Richard tests a new kind of faucet; Mark travels to Chicago to install a wood mantel on a homeowner's 1980s contemporary fireplace; Ross and Mauro discuss how to remove a cigarette smell from a home and why it is important to do so; Heath helps a homeowner connect four separate switches that control six lights in the same room.