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E3 | Add Hose Spigot; Cover Crops | Ask This Old House

Season 25 Episode 3 | 23m 42s

The team looks back at some of their most memorable cutaway demonstrations over the years. Then, Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner add an outdoor hose spigot using PEX. Jenn Nawada visits a farm to learn how they use cover crops to protect and improve their farming soil during the off-season. Then, she demonstrates how a homeowner can use cover crops in vegetable gardens.

Aired: 10/14/26 | Expires: 10/29/26
Funding for Ask This Old House is provided by The Home Depot and Renewal By Andersen.
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