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Ask TOH | Light Lift, Kentucky Lawn Care

Season 15 Episode 17 | 23m 43s

Roger is in Kentucky – the Bluegrass State – to bring back a lawn’s luster. Scott gives a homeowner a lift by installing a motorized winch to raise and lower a light. Tom has tips and tricks for using a jigsaw.

Aired: 03/29/17 | Expires: 09/27/17
Funding for Ask This Old House is provided by The Home Depot, Renewal By Andersen, and ChipDrop.
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