Russell Morash
Director
This Old House (1979)
Season 45
TV's original home-improvement show, following one whole-house renovation over several episodes.
Released Jan. 1, 1979
Episode 25 min
2+
Genres: Documentary, Reality, Reality TV
Keywords: tmdb.home-makeover, imdb.instructional, imdb.repair, imdb.home-repair, tmdb.home-renovation, tmdb.home-improvement, imdb.home-makeover-reality-tv + 3 more, imdb.how-to, imdb.home-renovation, imdb.long-running-tv
Watch Providers: Amazon Prime Video, The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, Plex, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads + 4 more, Plex Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, YouTube TV, WETA+
Production Companies: This Old House Productions
Network: PBS
Country: United States
Languages:
English
S45E1 - Lexington: On a Mission
The crew starts a new project in Lexington, MA, to make a 1960 mid-century modern home accessible for a family with a son who has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. The crew meets the homeowners to learn about the disease and the challenges the current setup of the house poses. The project is a race against time, but the crew is determined to get the family back into their home as soon as possible.
Sept. 28, 2023, midnight
S45E2 - Lexington: Shore We Can
The interior is demoed, and rebuilding has begun. The new design and energy code are explained.
Oct. 5, 2023, midnight
S45E3 - Lexington: The Big Dig
Accessible features integrated into the design begin at construction. A new mechanical room connects to the old via a block wall tunnel, HVAC ducting is buried underground, and after learning about residential elevators, framing begins for one.
Oct. 12, 2023, midnight
S45E4 - Lexington: Engineered For Accessibility
A lally column stands in the way of the new open floor plan. As a solution, it is removed, and the ridge beam is replaced with a trio of engineered beams. The new landscape is previewed in 3D, and tips are shared for creating an accessible bathroom.
Oct. 19, 2023, midnight
S45E5 - Lexington: Gone Geo
A zero-threshold entry to the patio is framed. Geothermal energy is explained, and wells are dug.
Oct. 26, 2023, midnight
S45E6 - Lexington: Reworked and Rewired
The fully framed front of the house is revealed; work continues on the geothermal system; the connection to the interior is made; blocking is installed in the framing; replacing and rewiring old receptacles.
Nov. 2, 2023, midnight
S45E7 - Lexington: Ramping Up
Repairing the original brick; building a DIY ramp; touring a modern accessible home; adding trim to the exterior.
Nov. 9, 2023, midnight
S45E8 - Lexington: Drop in the Gutter
A walking tour of the roof reveals its various pitches; installing a built-in gutter system; rough-in begins on the interior; energy-efficient windows are installed.
Nov. 16, 2023, midnight
S45E9 - Lexington: Phased Out
Work on the house is divided into phases for efficient workflow; the back foundation gets a stucco finish; kitchen cabinet selection; installing siding; the back patio gets proper drainage.
Jan. 4, 2024, midnight
S45E10 - Lexington: Seven Layer Floors
The slab-on-grade foundation is built up; accessible AV solutions are explored; prep begins for a curbless shower; installing an automatic zero threshold door.
Jan. 11, 2024, midnight
S45E11 - Lexington: Electrical Bond
Copper bonding is installed before the therapy pool is craned in; tile selections are revealed; the integrated entrance ramp gets snow melt and a final layer of concrete; elevator disconnects are installed.
Jan. 18, 2024, midnight
S45E12 - Lexington: Upcycled
Building the elevator cab; using leftover flooring to make a modern feature for the kitchen island; exploring AV solutions for accessibility; installing new solar panels.
Jan. 25, 2024, midnight
S45E13 - Lexington: Install With Care
Work on the internal geothermal systems begins; installing in-wall lighting to illuminate the entrance ramp; installing an offset p-trap; a visit to a glass-blowing studio; grab bar installation begins.
Feb. 1, 2024, midnight
S45E14 - Lexington: All in the Family
Landscape planting begins with screen trees and rose bushes; the children pitch in on a painting project; the homeowners discuss Duchenne muscular dystrophy; a modern staircase is installed in the foyer.
Feb. 8, 2024, midnight
S45E15 - Lexington: Judgement Day
Geothermal is in; kitchen appliances are installed; the new HERS score is revealed.
Feb. 15, 2024, midnight
S45E16 - Lexington: Accessible Made Modern
The completed renovation of the 1960 mid-century modern home accommodates a family of five, including a child with Duchenne muscular dystrophy; the crew returns to go through the changes with the family.
Feb. 22, 2024, midnight
S45E17 - Glen Ridge: Multi-Generational
The crew heads to New Jersey for the second project of the season - an 1897 Victorian in the Borough of Glen Ridge that's being renovated for multi-generational living. The homeowners give the crew a tour and explain how the new spaces will be used.
March 28, 2024, midnight
S45E18 - Glen Ridge: Vintage
Demo has begun uncovering 150-year-old wine bottles in the walls. A chimney is demolished, and the roof is reframed. The architect shares his inspiration for the project, and the mayor gives a tour of the Borough's gas lamps. Asbestos is abated.
April 4, 2024, midnight
S45E19 - Glen Ridge: Small But Mighty
Termite damage has caused major construction changes. New footings are needed in the basement. A historic community garden is toured. A 15-year-old student talks about working on the project. The old sewer line is replaced without trenching.
April 11, 2024, midnight
S45E20 - Glen Ridge: QR Construction
Installing helical piers for the new porch; prepping new windows for installation; protecting plumbing pipes from cold weather.
April 18, 2024, midnight
S45E21 - Glen Ridge: Roughed In
The new flangeless windows are installed water and air tight. Preparation begins for in-ceiling speakers. The Empire State Building is visited. Porch decking is installed to minimize waste, and a hybrid plumbing system is chosen for the house.
April 25, 2024, midnight
S45E22 - Glen Ridge: Next Level Tight
Air tightness is taken to the next level with vapor barrier electrical boxes. The homeowner designs a custom lead glass sidelight. Various types of weather-resistant barriers are explored. Drip edge flashing and exterior window trim are installed.
May 2, 2024, midnight
S45E23 - Glen Ridge: A Breath of Fresh Air
The new staircase is manufactured in a shop and assembled on-site. The shop is toured. The homeowner installs a new brick walkway. Wood fiber insulation and the new HRV system are explored. The architect talks about the interior trim details
May 9, 2024, midnight
S45E24 - Glen Ridge: Tested and Approved
A blower door test reveals the home's airtightness; a baseboard trim gets a radius detail; discussing the borough's effort to maintain its tree-lined streets; installing a prefab tile niche; prepping interior trim for paint finish.
May 16, 2024, midnight
S45E25 - Glen Ridge: Spring Forward
Building a custom mudroom bench from reclaimed wood; the primary bathroom gets a custom paint finish; spring landscaping; installing kitchen crown molding above the cabinets and recessed lighting.
May 23, 2024, midnight
S45E26 - Glen Ridge: Next Generation Victorian
Renovation of the 1887 Victorian is completed; the builder installs the custom lead glass sidelight; the crew gets a tour from the homeowners.
May 30, 2024, midnight
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29975 min
Jan. 1, 1979
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TV-G / 2+
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