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This Old House Season 39 Episodes
Season 39 Episode Guide
26 Episodes 2017 - 2018
Episode 1
A House for the Next Generation
Sat, Oct 7, 2017 27 mins
In the Season 39 premiere, a woman inherits her childhood home, but with her husband makes changes to accommodate their children and in-laws. Mike Rowe visits to discuss the need for a new generation of skilled tradespeople.
Episode 2
A Few Good Landscapers
Sat, Oct 14, 2017 27 mins
New foundation is poured as the house is readied for demolition; roses and lilacs are saved before demolition begins; and mold is found in the basement.
Episode 3
Generation Next Arrives
Sat, Oct 21, 2017 27 mins
The crew installs a beam to support a new opening in the kitchen. Also: the homeowners select finishes and the apprentices work on the front porch.
Episode 4
Construction Gets a Jumpstart
Sat, Oct 28, 2017 27 mins
A new floor is built. Also: Richard, the homeowners and the designer hunt for an old clawfoot tub; Tom shows the apprentices how to level the front porch and build a hip roof; and Kevin visits Baltimore to learn about a training program.
Episode 5
All Decked Out
Sat, Nov 4, 2017 27 mins
The apprentices learn the basics of framing a deck, while around the corner the chimney is demo-ed. The homeowners work with their interior designer to create a custom pattern for the tile floor. The flue for the wood-burning stove is installed.
Episode 6
This Old House University
Sat, Nov 11, 2017 27 mins
The apprentices frame a wall in the master bedroom, build a drain stack for the master bath and lay decking on the front porch. Meanwhile, the homeowners visit their kitchen cabinet designer.
Episode 7
Approaching Half Way
Sat, Nov 18, 2017 27 mins
Dining room flooring is used to make a barn door; an uninsulated crawl space is found after breaking through the basement wall; the garage floor gets radiant heat; and the front porch gets new columns. Also: Roger teaches a horticulture class in the field.
Episode 8
Duct Dynasty
Wed, Nov 29, 2017 27 mins
While the apprentices get a lesson in roofing, Kevin visits Rhode Island to watch how an elaborate Chippendale railing is put together. A new slab of concrete goes in the basement to keep the moisture out. Richard shows how ductwork is put together.
Episode 9
Tommy's Flair for Flares
Sat, Jan 6, 2018 27 mins
Tommy builds a shower seat made of foam. Richard connects steel piping. Tommy teaches how to install replacement windows. Tommy shows Kevin and Joe how he makes a jig for the exterior shingled flair detail.
Episode 10
Time for Trim
Sat, Jan 13, 2018 27 mins
Granite goes down for a wood stove. Nathan installs the porch ceiling. Kevin visits a home in Rhode Island where the exterior trim is pine. Richard reviews the placement of components at mechanical wall. Mauro shows how to repair holes in old plaster.
Episode 11
Homeowners Pitch In
Sat, Jan 20, 2018 27 mins
Tommy trims the rough interior columns. Liz makes a stained glass window. Kevin tours a flooring factory in Pennsylvania. Richard visits a voc-tech school plumbing class. Norm shows Kevin a few new tricks he's learned for installing stair treads.
Episode 12
Salvage Helps the Bottom Line
Sat, Jan 27, 2018 27 mins
Norm installs an old door in the hallway. Roger watches a stone wall being installed in pre-made sections. Kevin visits a career day for the trades. In Rhode Island, twin built-in beds are made. Tommy re-installs a corner cabinet in the dining room.
Episode 13
Graduation Day
Sat, Feb 3, 2018 27 mins
Roger explains why some preventative tree work is needed. Homeowner Liz gets a lesson on tiling. The original black newel post is found to be walnut. The apprentices graduate after 10 weeks of hard work.
Episode 14
Homeowner Going the Distance
Sat, Feb 10, 2018 27 mins
Liz helps Norm lay composite decking. Charlie makes exterior decorative brackets. Kevin watches quartz countertop installation. Roger's crew makes a new front walk. Liz puts in her stained glass window. Dry wells are needed for storm water runoff.
Episode 15
Final Touches
Sat, Feb 17, 2018 27 mins
Tommy and Charlie install a fireback on a kitchen wall. Roger returns the roses and lilacs he saved and brings in some new plants. The island countertop goes on. Kevin watches a crew install a garage door. The wood stove finally arrives.
Episode 16
Move In Day
Sat, Feb 24, 2018 27 mins
Kevin tours the renovated house with the homeowners. What was once Liz' childhood home has been transformed into a house for the next generation. Their kids and Joe's parents arrive to check it out.
Episode 17
The Charleston Houses: Southern Charm
Sat, Mar 17, 2018 27 mins
A new series begins in Charleston, S.C., where Kevin and the team introduce two projects: a brick 1840s "single house"—unique to Charleston's historic downtown district—and a multi-generational 1890s home in a nearby transitioning neighborhood.
Episode 18
The Charleston Houses: Demo Time
Sat, Mar 24, 2018 27 mins
Demo starts on the Charleston projects. Homeowner Judith discusses planting options with Roger and then he visits a nursery that can provide what she needs. Kevin tours the American College of Building Arts. Richard goes privy diving.
Episode 19
The Charleston Houses: Brick and Mortar
Sat, Mar 24, 2018 27 mins
An old fireplace will house a new stove. Tommy discusses using interior casework with exposed brick. The kitchen house brick needs repointing. Roger tours hidden gardens. Across town, demo continues while Tommy and Judith look at flooring options.
Episode 20
The Charleston Houses: Southern Roots
Sat, Apr 7, 2018 27 mins
A new foundation starts out back while out front Roger determines if a crepe myrtle can be saved. Kevin visits Fort Sumter. The single house mantel and windows are restored and the old kitchen house will be connected to the main house.
Episode 21
The Charleston Houses: Good Wood
Tue, Apr 3, 2018 27 mins
Kevin meets a lumberjack on the Edisto River. In a house with no stud walls, Tommy watches how pipes are disguised and Richard seeks out places for HVAC equipment. Kevin learns about Single Houses. A crepe myrtle is pruned and Tommy talks termites.
Episode 22
The Charleston Houses: Rough Plumbing
Sat, May 5, 2018 27 mins
The rotting porch is assessed and a new floor is made to look old at the single house.
Episode 23
The Charleston Houses: Smithies
Sat, May 12, 2018 27 mins
The old piazza columns are restored offsite; some blacksmith students at a local college for the building arts fabricate the iron gate; and modern light fixtures are selected for an old house.
Episode 24
The Charleston Houses: Rainbow Row
Sat, May 19, 2018 27 mins
Judith looks at house colors starting at Rainbow Row; and Tommy inspects termite damage.
Episode 25
The Charleston Houses: Raise the Pergola
Sat, May 26, 2018 27 mins
The pergola goes up; Ross tours a smart home; and kitchen cabinets are installed at the Single House.
Episode 26
The Charleston Houses: Singular Single House
Sat, May 12, 2018 27 mins
The custom iron gate is installed by students from a local building arts school. Kevin and Tom tour the house with the homeowners. Richard checks out the third floor and mechanicals. Everyone meets at the piazza.