Ask This Old House | Patch Lawn, Toilet, Off-Grid (S16 E4) | FULL EPISODE

Roger helps a homeowner reseed a dead section of lawn and blend it in with the rest of the yard; Richard shows the basics of changing a toilet; in Future House, Ross visits an off-the-grid home in South Carolina that's testing commercial HVAC equipment.
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Viewer Tip | Never Lose a Tape Measure
To attach the magnet to the tape measure, Tom used Gorilla Epoxy, manufactured by Gorilla Glue.
All the supplies and materials for this project, including the electrical box covers, magnets, screws, and tape measures can be found at home centers.
How to Patch a Smothered Lawn
Roger recommends using a rototiller to loosen the soil, which can be rented from a home center or tool rental shop.
He then adds compost to boost soil nutrition. In the Northeast, Roger recommends using a seed blend made up of rye, fescue, and bluegrass. When planting a lawn in springtime, Roger uses a starter fertilizer that also contains Tupersan to prevent weed seeds from germinating.
All of the supplies and materials for this project can be found at home centers and landscape supply stores.
How to Change a Toilet
Everything Richard used to remove and reinstall the toilet, including the sponge, bucket, wrench, and closet bolts, can be found at home centers and plumbing supply stores.
Future House | Living Off the Grid Comfortably
The chiller that efficiently moves heat was manufactured by Multiaqua. The hot and cold storage tanks are manufactured by CALMAC.
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Ask This Old House | Patch Lawn, Toilet, Off-Grid (S16 E4) | FULL EPISODE
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[@deegarcia0208]

I miss Roger I'm a fan of landscaping his techniques help me with gardening. Hope to see more of Roger's vids

[@Off-Grid]

We are Off Grid and have around 4000sqft. It was only supposed to be 2000 but things changed during construction. No issues being Off Grid, glad we made the switch and have all the amenities as an On Grid home.

[@landmarkcreations1183]

When I hear roger say “stata fertiliza” it just hits me in the feels. Hope he’s doing ok

[@scallywag1716]

Wow! An actual after lawn fix / care picture. Finally!

[@phase1geo]

TOH continues to be one of the best shows and resources out there. Thank you all!

[@KodieS]

Toilet tip: Dump a bucket of water quickly into the bowl after you've drained the storage tank. It will force it to flush and only leave a small amount of water in the bottom. Much more manageable.

[@pizzanpepsi]

I was surprised that nothing was mentioned when water line was reconnected, to not overtighten it. This is one of the most important steps when installing. Maybe they were rushed, because these guys are usually top notch!

[@larry78cj7]

I miss Roger. Hard to imagine TOH without him.

[@MeredithFarms]

What happened to Roger?

[@MeredithFarms]

Mr. Meeseeks that’s awful I’m sorry to hear that...he does seem like a really good guy

[@donsuggs4150]

Hello, just FYI: the subtitles are for a different show. Might wanna look into it!

[@russellmoore8187]

Haha! What a fun accident

[@ConnorKennedy16]

Dang, I'd like to have a like 2-hour documentary on that dude's off-grid house. That's a very impressive setup that would be awesome if it was explained in detail

[@pointedspider]

Alright! Roger! Good to see u sir!

[@pointedspider]

@Odorous Smegma No, I mean Roger! He's the landscaping guy!

[@Comrade_YG]

Its good to see everyone in one video

[@Makitru]

This episode is from early 2018

[@nicholas440]

Old vid

[@pointedspider]

@@Makitru I know he has something going on, and I know it's an old video...just glad to see him!

[@rrvette7953]

I fully enjoy all of the ASK THIS OLD HOUSE INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS . Thank You !!

[@davidmatke248]

I miss Roger! He was one of my favorites. Hopefully he's doing better.

[@jdorffer]

Make sure to level toilet and use shims as necessary

[@Howard007]

The homeowner of the off grid home… love when people say “ok” after explaining something haha

[@ricks.1318]

Good to see Roger in an episode .....

[@oldtwinsna8347]

Old episode though. Oct 2017 airdate and so filmed in early 2017.

[@brandongraser2939]

I love commercial HVAC systems. they are much better than residential systems

[@azeraeth]

Super cool episode. I'd love to see a more practical approach to even semi-off-grid for the rest of us in our regular sized houses - Battery, solar, geothermal. I know you've covered them a lot in the past though

[@possumbayou8238]

I had to replace the floor in the house I had recently bought. The toilet flange wasn't attached to the floor. I was planning on replacing the tile anyway. I got the house for a good price. I have had a few projects. That was the only thing that had extra problems The house is 80 years old.

[@joedasilva38]

Hard to believe that heat exchanger has not been utilized more in our homes today.

[@randyd3649]

That’s some Oscar worthy acting there at the beginning of the episode

[@pizzaivlife]

Kevin comes off as a jerk sometimes

[@idontmindpineappleonpizza8825]

Pizzafourlife he really does.

[@pikminlord343]

another great video

[@marvinkuznitz6250]

The subtitles are from an episode of "this Old House" that i saw a few days ago.

[@nopay066]

Yup, bc they're trying to conceive the type of saw Ole' Richie used. Try to guess.🤔

[@cheshirehomestead3574]

Roger my man

[@BC_OPERATOR]

Rest in peace roger We miss you

[@bnasty267]

Tape measures usually have a keyhole (like a wall shelf would have) on the clip. Just find a screw that fits the keyhole, and screw it most of the way into the side of your workbench, face of cabinet, etc. You can just hand the tape on that. There, saved you $10 for a magnet, glue, and plate.

[@scallywag1716]

And added a place for your to rip / tear clothing or skin.

[@ricks.1318]

@@scallywag1716 Waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah

[@scallywag1716]

Rick S. Big, tough guy....you so manly I bet all the dudes love you.

[@ThatEMOguy74]

I live in North Carolina I was over in Pickens South Carolina last weekend small little town up in the mountains.

[@bunnyrabbit115]

Cool

[@Rearmostbean]

What kind of compost is being used? I did the topdress with compost to my lawn, and the compost became very hard and smothered a lot of the lawn. (Probably manure base)

[@aaronmusquiz7630]

Hi this old house i’m a young kid is 15 years old and he likes to do construction plumbing framing electrical I really love your show I would love to be on it One day and to meet Tommy

[@eternalzim]

On the next episode of TOH: How to remove toilet seal wax from your microfiber cloths.

[@scallywag1716]

Discard the cloths because you can’t get it out of microfiber.

[@DustinPlatt]

That off the grid dude is rich af.

[@cooldudeakatrevor9828]

You got any wooden handles on your shovel you should put some electrical tape at the top so you got some grip it is a good idea

[@br33zy771]

8:47 looks good. I give it one season till it's all patchy and brown though as there's no irrigation system.

[@casperunnerup]

What kind of heat exchanger is used to get the heat from the air into the glycol? -edit. Never mind, it's obviously just some radiators

[@donnamarie4443]

My yard stinks. Just bought the house in October 2019. Crabgrass took over last year. This year, every kind of weed known to mankind is in my yard. Front, back and side. There's got to be an easier alternative than grass. Thanks for upload🙃

[@robertgroover3316]

Its amazing how much "on grid" technology it takes to make "off grid" technology.

[@hunnybunny6801]

No shade to This Old House, but that area looks like a crime scene from an Forensic Files video where someone is buried in backyard!🤣

[@imacgra1]

Tip always clean your exhaust fans 2:44

[@JimmyTurner]

I mean id say a rag to wipe up the water when it spills is better than a turkey baster..... takes less time too

[@Uncle-Bull]

There’s more water down there than you’d think. Trust me. Not worth listening to the wife.

[@MandoFettOG]

The subtitles for this video are wrong. They uploaded a regular episodes subtitles to this video

[@dyizhere]

Is this an old episode or is Roger back?

[@garrettducat5769]

Older episode. The series is on season 19 now.

[@oldtwinsna8347]

Air date was 10/29/2017. Looks like it was filmed in early spring 2017 so over 3 years old now. Quite dated.

[@nopay066]

What was that saw Richard used?

[@ricks.1318]

can be found at ANY plumbing supplier .....

[@nopay066]

@@ricks.1318 sure but what did he call it. Subtitles are not working, Sounded like you had to go to Asia to buy it?

[@ullgeologist]

He said jab saw, or you can use a hacksaw.

[@GT-ch8wd]

This off grid system would cost easily $100,000! That’s two lifetimes of power from the grid. 🤦🏻‍♂️😂

[@Uncle-Bull]

You’re smoking crack if you think a 6,800 sq ft house only uses $100,000 of energy over two lifetimes.

[@GT-ch8wd]

William M. You’re probably right! 😂😂 maybe 10 lifetimes is better? I’m from Australia so unless it’s in metric I have no idea 🤣

[@tom-fp2fv]

40kw solar set up for a husband and wife household 😂😂 there’s the problem straightaway

[@SaltySparrow]

Fix that downspout!

[@BridgeToMissions]

Why didn't he show a rubber toilet seal? Once you install it, it won't ever leak like a wax seal.

[@SpadeAce]

Has anyone read the captions on this video? Either I had a stroke or these guys are talking about prison.

[@elevate32767]

0:14 I've seen emotions of happiness on this show, but this might be the first time I've seen disgust

[@zcpoling]

So the subtitles are from a TOH episode lol

[@nancyinboise2160]

I found the off-grid segment interesting but not typical. I don't know why two people are living in the 6,000 square-foot house except for a person who is trying to have a bigger house tha their neighbors. Obviously this is not a typical retrofit which I would like to see more of in more of a standard size house. That person obviously has a ton of money to throw at their property

[@GurdeepSingh-ne7uw]

Hello ji😍😍😍😍😍

[@Draugluin999]

i want a atoh shirt :)

[@angelgirl6966]

I am so desperate I need your help the seven-year-old little girl put slime down our drain in the sink and now the tub and sink are both blocked I desperately need ideas we have tried wink we have tried five bottles of liquid plumber and now we have tried green goblin so need your help

[@michaeljaikeran9833]

Electric Snake it. Rent one from home supply store. The snake will remove the debris in pipes.

[@6point5]

you need to mechanically remove that. liquid plumber and other solvents won't do it.. it's just going to sit in the pipes. you'll need a plumber, or someone with a line/whip long enough to break up the slime in your pipes. best of luck.

[@Uncle-Bull]

Be careful if you do it yourself with a snake. That liquid plumber may come back up as you remove the debris. Wear heavy rubber gloves.

[@pizzanpepsi]

I bet you she won't do that again!!

[@robre6840]

new guy looks like than merrill from flip this house imo

[@ChickenPermissionOG]

solar does more damage to the environment. Takes up a ton more space plus all the rare earth metals.

[@ronnyb5890]

that off-grid installation is great when you have enough money,i cant even buy one tesla battery,all this technology is for rich people

[@kevin3434343434]

First adopters help bring the cost curve down. Without them, no one would have cell phones or laptops, etc. It will come once economies of scale get there.

[@ronnyb5890]

@@kevin3434343434 maybe so Kevin,but i live in belgium where everything is taxed at a 21% rate,and i mean everything,great channel tough Kevin,looking out for the next one,cheers

[@rknotz187]

Im surprised this video hasn't been censored by the energy oligarchy.

[@JimmyTurner]

Off the grid..... till something breaks down

[@StoneE4]

On the grid... Till something breaks down.

[@robertgroover3316]

@@StoneE4 it takes on grid technology to make off grid technology.

[@StoneE4]

@@robertgroover3316 - New technology can be adapted to any kind of utility distribution. It doesn't matter whether that distribution is through a single factory, a single home, or a whole metropolitan area.

[@robertgroover3316]

@@StoneE4 try making that stuff without oil.

[@StoneE4]

​@@robertgroover3316 - Yes, the manufacturing of some utility distribution equipment requires oil. Some of it doesn't. In the future it might be the case that none of it requires oil... What's your point?

[@rrvette7953]

Stop making the background music. and noises they drown out the voices of the people speaking. No music , no background noises PLEASE !

[@clausb.2032]

Genau darf man aber nicht hinsehen!

[@lights80088]

So much advertising it isn't worth watching.

[@jesseyoung9654]

Can we be serious for a minute about the off grid "environmentally friendly" mansion? No matter how many solar panels and heat pumps they install, they will never make up for the embodied energy in the materials required to construct that unnecessarily gigantic mansion. If you want to be really environmentally responsible, don't build 6800 sq ft to house two people.

[@Edwarddd-q6i]

EARLY!

[@harryknight6196]

J

[@the_jonathan_o]

Tired of repeating episodes.

[@Uncle-Bull]

Then don’t watch television. Maybe mommy can warm some milk for you.

[@the_jonathan_o]

@@Uncle-Bull KZbin is not television.

[@pafka07]

I don't like Ross ; he is overshadowed by bossy home owner!

[@fvalencia3494]

She says a bad toupee but I don't think she has looked in the mirror lately and looked at her own hair. It looks like a scraggly mop