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E13 | Split Water Heater, Attic Ladder | Ask This Old House

Season 24 Episode 13 | 23m 42s

Ross Trethewey upgrades a home to a solar-assisted split heat pump water heater, ideal for cold climates. Kevin O'Connor and Jenn Nawada discuss 3 common houseplant pests- mealy bugs, spider mites, and fungus gnats. Jenn shares some simple tricks to banish them. Nathan Gilbert solves a tough attic access issue by installing a new hatch and pull-down ladder.

Aired: 01/28/26 | Expires: 02/12/26 | Broadcast Schedule
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