This Old House Season 45

(2023) September - January | # of Episodes : 16

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Seasons: 45

Total Episodes: 1161

Creators: Russell Morash

Networks: PBS

Status: Returning Series

First Air Date: Jan 1, 1979

Recent Air Date: Apr 11, 2024

Run Time: m

In Production: Yes

Original Language: English

Age Rating: NR

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Production Companies: This Old House Productions

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Episode 1

28 September 2023 - 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.

Episode 2

05 October 2023 - Lexington: Shore We Can

The interior is demoed, and rebuilding has begun. The new design and energy code are explained.

Episode 3

12 October 2023 - 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.

Episode 4

19 October 2023 - 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.

Episode 5

26 October 2023 - Lexington: Gone Geo

A zero-threshold entry to the patio is framed. Geothermal energy is explained, and wells are dug.

Episode 6

02 November 2023 - 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.

Episode 7

09 November 2023 - Lexington: Ramping Up

Repairing the original brick; building a DIY ramp; touring a modern accessible home; adding trim to the exterior.

Episode 8

16 November 2023 - 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.

Episode 9

04 January 2024 - 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.

Episode 10

11 January 2024 - 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.

Episode 11

18 January 2024 - 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.

Episode 12

25 January 2024 - 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.

Episode 13

01 February 2024 - 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.

Episode 14

08 February 2024 - 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.

Episode 15

15 February 2024 - Lexington: Judgement Day

Geothermal is in; kitchen appliances are installed; the new HERS score is revealed.

Episode 16

22 February 2024 - 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.

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