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Ask TOH | Hot Water, Storm Door

Season 15 Episode 19 | 23m 43s

Mistakes happen. Richard revisits a homeowner to repair a water heater he thought was fixed four years ago. Tom installs a storm door with a dog in mind. And home technology expert Ross Trethewey looks at voice-activated smart devices.

Aired: 04/12/17 | Expires: 09/28/17
Funding for Ask This Old House is provided by The Home Depot, Renewal By Andersen, and ChipDrop.
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