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Home Improvement Season 8

EpisodeTitleDescriptionRecent Activity
May 25 1999
The Long and Winding Road: Part 34 ratings
May 25 1999
The Long and Winding Road: Part 22 ratings
May 18 1999
The Long and Winding Road: Part 13 ratings
May 18 1999
Dead Weight2 ratings
May 11 1999
Trouble-a-BruinTrouble starts when the Binford CEO (Bud) confiscates all non-Binford tools from the set of Tool Time in an effort to make Tim into more of a company man. He also dictates that the cast of the show ...moreTrouble starts when the Binford CEO (Bud) confiscates all non-Binford tools from the set of Tool Time in an effort to make Tim into more of a company man. He also dictates that the cast of the show wear Binford uniforms. This leads to the usual mess. Brad finds out that he is still up for soccer scholarship to college, despite a prior injury. Conflicts arise between Tim and Jill over whether or not Brad is ready to play in the upcoming game before the UCLA scout. 2 ratings
May 4 1999
Loose Lips and Freudian Slips1 rating
Mar 30 1999
A Hardware Habit to Break1 rating
Mar 16 1999
NeighborsNothing Yet!
Mar 2 1999
Loves Labor Lost: Part 2Nothing Yet!
Feb 23 1999
Loves Labor Lost: Part 1Nothing Yet!
Feb 16 1999
Young at HeartNothing Yet!
Feb 9 1999
Marks Big BreakNothing Yet!
Feb 2 1999
Knee DeepNothing Yet!
Jan 19 1999
Home AloneNothing Yet!
Jan 5 1999
Chop Shop til You DropNothing Yet!
Dec 15 1998
Ploys for TotsNothing Yet!
Dec 8 1998
Home for the HolidaysNothing Yet!
Nov 24 1998
Thanks, But No ThanksNothing Yet!
Nov 17 1998
Mr. LikeableNothing Yet!
Nov 10 1998
Tims First CarNothing Yet!
Nov 3 1998
Not-So-Great ScottNothing Yet!
Oct 27 1998
BewitchedNothing Yet!
Oct 20 1998
Als Fair LadyNothing Yet!
Oct 13 1998
Taylor Got GameNothing Yet!
Oct 6 1998
All in the FamilyNothing Yet!
Sep 29 1998
Adios1 rating
Sep 22 1998
WhitewaterNothing Yet!

Home Improvement Season 7

EpisodeTitleDescriptionRecent Activity
May 19 1998
From Top to BottomNothing Yet!
May 12 1998
Tool-Thousand-One: A Space OdysseyNothing Yet!
May 5 1998
Rebel Without Night Driving Privileges2 ratings
Apr 28 1998
Believe It or NotNothing Yet!
Apr 21 1998
The Son Also MoochesNothing Yet!
Mar 31 1998
The Write StuffNothing Yet!
Mar 17 1998
Desperately Seeking Willow1 rating
Mar 10 1998
Futile Attraction1 rating
Mar 3 1998
Taking Jill for GraniteNothing Yet!
Feb 24 1998
What a DragAfter falling through the porch swing, Tim discovers a hidden bag of marijuana. Tim ad Jill suspect it belongs to one of the boys. And they are shocked when they discover the chronic belongs to Brad.Nothing Yet!
Feb 10 1998
Say Goodnight, GracieNothing Yet!
Feb 3 1998
Tim The Landlord Taylor1 rating
Jan 20 1998
An Older WomanBrad announces his plans to wed.1 rating
Jan 6 1998
The Old College TryNothing Yet!
Dec 16 1997
Bright ChristmasNothing Yet!
Dec 9 1997
The Dating GameNothing Yet!
Nov 25 1997
ThanksgivingNothing Yet!
Nov 18 1997
Losing My ReligionNothing Yet!
Nov 11 1997
Jills Passion1 rating
Nov 4 1997
The NieceNothing Yet!
Oct 28 1997
A Night to DismemberNothing Yet!
Oct 14 1997
Pump You UpNothing Yet!
Oct 7 1997
Room at the TopNothing Yet!
Sep 30 1997
Clash of the TaylorsNothing Yet!
Sep 23 1997
Quest for FireNothing Yet!

Home Improvement Season 6

EpisodeTitleDescriptionRecent Activity
May 20 1997
The Kiss & the Kiss-OffNothing Yet!
May 13 1997
TapsNothing Yet!
May 6 1997
The Feminine MistakeNothing Yet!
Apr 29 1997
Family Un-TiesNothing Yet!
Apr 15 1997
Insult to InjuryNothing Yet!
Apr 1 1997
My Son, the Driver1 rating
Mar 11 1997
Communication BreakdownNothing Yet!
Feb 25 1997
Something Old, Something BlueNothing Yet!
Feb 18 1997
Wilsons WorldNothing Yet!
Feb 11 1997
A Funny ValentineNothing Yet!
Jan 28 1997
Totally Tool TimeNothing Yet!
Jan 14 1997
The Karate Kid ReturnsNothing Yet!
Jan 7 1997
The Flirting GameA door-to-door saleslady flirts with Tim, after which he buys a case of her household cleaner. Jill then avoids a speeding ticket by flirting with the policeman. This brings on humorous discussions on...moreA door-to-door saleslady flirts with Tim, after which he buys a case of her household cleaner. Jill then avoids a speeding ticket by flirting with the policeman. This brings on humorous discussions on the issue of flirting - is it right or wrong? Jill struggles with flirting in order to get job but eventually she does the right thing. 1 rating
Dec 17 1996
No Place Like HomeNothing Yet!
Dec 10 1996
Workin Man Blues1 rating
Nov 26 1996
The Wood, the Bad and the HungryNothing Yet!
Nov 19 1996
The Tool Man DeliversNothing Yet!
Nov 12 1996
Jill and Her SistersNothing Yet!
Oct 29 1996
I Was a Teenage TaylorNothing Yet!
Oct 22 1996
Whose Car Is It Anyway?Nothing Yet!
Oct 15 1996
Als VideoNothing Yet!
Oct 8 1996
Burnin Love1 rating
Oct 1 1996
Workshop Til You DropNothing Yet!
Sep 24 1996
Future ShockNothing Yet!
Sep 17 1996
At SeaTool Time visits the USS Constellation for a Salute to Engines; Jill catches Brad making out with his girlfriend.Nothing Yet!

Home Improvement Season 5

EpisodeTitleDescriptionRecent Activity
May 21 1996
Games, Flames & AutomobilesNothing Yet!
May 14 1996
Alarmed by BurglarsNothing Yet!
May 7 1996
Shopping AroundNothing Yet!
Apr 30 1996
Mr. Wilsons OpusWilson directs the school production of Romeo and Juliet.Nothing Yet!
Apr 2 1996
The Longest DayThe family finds out that Randy may have cancer.3 ratings
Mar 12 1996
Engine and a Haircut, Two FightsNothing Yet!
Mar 5 1996
The Bud BowlNothing Yet!
Feb 27 1996
Eye on TimTim is featured on a different show, but the shows host prefers Tims features.Nothing Yet!
Feb 20 1996
When Harry Kept Dolores1 rating
Feb 13 1996
Fear of Flying1 rating
Feb 6 1996
The Vasectomy OneNothing Yet!
Jan 30 1996
Tanks for the MemoriesNothing Yet!
Jan 16 1996
High School ConfidentialTim and Jills son Randy has science and math abilities that land him in classes at the high school; Tim and Al introduce The Mans Bedroom on Tool Time.Nothing Yet!
Jan 9 1996
Oh, BrotherTim hires his younger brother Marty to work for him. This proves to be the usual disaster, making both men miserable. Just when Tim appears to be ready to work things out, Marty quits. After a brief ...moreTim hires his younger brother Marty to work for him. This proves to be the usual disaster, making both men miserable. Just when Tim appears to be ready to work things out, Marty quits. After a brief awkwardness, they make up and Tim sends him to a friend at a construction outfit to work. 1 rating
Dec 12 1995
Twas the Flight Before ChristmasNothing Yet!
Dec 5 1995
Thats My MommaNothing Yet!
Nov 28 1995
Doctor in the HouseNothing Yet!
Nov 21 1995
Chicago HopeWhen Tim has to go to Chicago for a business meeting Jill plans a romantic evening for the two of them while theyre there.Nothing Yet!
Nov 14 1995
Room Without a ViewTim builds Randy a new room in the basement.Nothing Yet!
Nov 7 1995
The LookNothing Yet!
Oct 31 1995
Let Them Eat CakeNothing Yet!
Oct 24 1995
Advise and Repent1 rating
Oct 17 1995
Jills Surprise PartyNothing Yet!
Oct 3 1995
Her Cheatin MindNothing Yet!
Sep 26 1995
The First Temptation of TimNothing Yet!
Sep 19 1995
A Taylor Runs Through It2 ratings

Home Improvement Season 4

EpisodeTitleDescriptionRecent Activity
May 23 1995
Wilsons GirlfriendNothing Yet!
May 9 1995
A Marked Man1 rating
May 2 1995
Sisters and BrothersNothing Yet!
Apr 11 1995
Tool Time After Dark: Part 2After eating polish food, Tims stomach is bothering him so he stays up all night watching old Tool Time episodes.Nothing Yet!
Apr 11 1995
Tool Time After Dark: Part 1After eating polish food, Tims stomach is bothering him so he stays up all night watching old Tool Time episodes.Nothing Yet!
Mar 21 1995
No, No, GodotNothing Yet!
Mar 14 1995
Talk to MeTim accidentally throws dinner into the trash compactor and then drops Jills ring down the furnace. Tim speaks to two guys on how to talk to women on Tool Time, and he calls Jill an old hen.Nothing Yet!
Feb 28 1995
The Naked TruthWhen Tim accidentally exposes himself to his equally naked sister-in-law Nancy, whos using his and Jills shower, he suggests they keep quiet about the incident. However, Nancy breaks the silence and a...moreWhen Tim accidentally exposes himself to his equally naked sister-in-law Nancy, whos using his and Jills shower, he suggests they keep quiet about the incident. However, Nancy breaks the silence and a more uncomfortable one descends. 1 rating
Feb 21 1995
A House DividedNothing Yet!
Feb 14 1995
Its My PartyNothing Yet!
Feb 7 1995
Bachelor of the YearNothing Yet!
Jan 31 1995
Super Bowl FeverNothing Yet!
Jan 10 1995
Brother, Can You Spare a Hot Rod?Nothing Yet!
Jan 3 1995
The Route of All EvilNothing Yet!
Dec 13 1994
Twas the Night Before ChaosNothing Yet!
Dec 6 1994
Some Like It Hot Rod1 rating
Nov 29 1994
Ye Olde Shoppe TeacherMr. Art Leonard, Tims favorite old metal shop teacher, is invited for an appearance on Tool Time, along with some of his old classmates. Unfortunatley during a taping of the show, it becomes clear ...moreMr. Art Leonard, Tims favorite old metal shop teacher, is invited for an appearance on Tool Time, along with some of his old classmates. Unfortunatley during a taping of the show, it becomes clear that the man who inspired a young Tim Taylor to seek more power is losing much of his own when his crippling arthritis is revealed, as well with his bitterness about his condition. 1 rating
Nov 22 1994
My Dinner with WilsonNothing Yet!
Nov 15 1994
Quibbling SiblingsNothing Yet!
Nov 8 1994
Lets Go to the VideotapeNothing Yet!
Oct 25 1994
Borland AmbitionNothing Yet!
Oct 18 1994
He Aint Heavy, Hes Just Irresponsible1 rating
Oct 11 1994
The Eyes Dont Have ItNothing Yet!
Oct 4 1994
Death Begins at FortyNothing Yet!
Sep 27 1994
Dont Tell MommaNothing Yet!
Sep 20 1994
Back in the Saddle Shoes AgainNothing Yet!

Home Improvement Season 3

EpisodeTitleDescriptionRecent Activity
May 25 1994
The Great Race IINothing Yet!
May 18 1994
Reality BytesNothing Yet!
May 11 1994
What You See Is What You GetNothing Yet!
May 4 1994
Swing TimeNothing Yet!
Apr 6 1994
Fifth Anniversary1 rating
Mar 30 1994
It Was the Best of Tims, It Was the Worst of TimsNothing Yet!
Mar 16 1994
Too Many CooksNothing Yet!
Mar 9 1994
The Eve of ConstructionNothing Yet!
Mar 2 1994
Room for ChangeNothing Yet!
Feb 9 1994
The ColonelNothing Yet!
Jan 26 1994
Reel MenNothing Yet!
Jan 12 1994
Dream OnNothing Yet!
Jan 5 1994
Slip Sleddin Away1 rating
Dec 15 1993
Twas the Blight Before ChristmasNothing Yet!
Dec 1 1993
Feud for ThoughtNothing Yet!
Nov 24 1993
A Frozen MomentNothing Yet!
Nov 17 1993
Dollars and SenseNothing Yet!
Nov 10 1993
Be True to Your ToolNothing Yet!
Nov 3 1993
Blow UpNothing Yet!
Oct 27 1993
Crazy for YouNothing Yet!
Oct 13 1993
Arrivederci, BinfordNothing Yet!
Oct 6 1993
A Sew, Sew EveningNothing Yet!
Sep 29 1993
This Jokes for YouNothing Yet!
Sep 22 1993
Aisle See You in My DreamsNothing Yet!
Sep 15 1993
Maybe, BabyJill wants a baby, but Tim is through with kids.Nothing Yet!

Home Improvement Season 2

EpisodeTitleDescriptionRecent Activity
May 19 1993
The Great RaceIn Tool Time: Tim announces the poll winner of The Most Popular Guest on Tool Time. The winner will be returning for another episode - despite Tims attempt to rig the vote. Tim ends up in a lawnmower ...moreIn Tool Time: Tim announces the poll winner of The Most Popular Guest on Tool Time. The winner will be returning for another episode - despite Tims attempt to rig the vote. Tim ends up in a lawnmower racing contest against the guest in question. Lisa finally gets more than one scene! At home: Karen has won a day at a spa for two and plans to take Jill with her. Brad and Randy say they wont exclude Mark from their activities if he passes a non-squealer test: he has to hold a tadpole inside his mouth for three seconds. unfortunately, Mark swallows it when Randy gives him a pat on the back. Jill decides to teach the two a lesson... 2 ratings
May 12 1993
Birth of a Hot RodAt home: Tims project hot rod is finally in the stage where he can see if it starts up. It doesnt. Tim takes a break. Jill wants him to fix a doorknob, the burner on the stove, the gas line and the ...moreAt home: Tims project hot rod is finally in the stage where he can see if it starts up. It doesnt. Tim takes a break. Jill wants him to fix a doorknob, the burner on the stove, the gas line and the ice dispenser. Tim keeps postponing them all because of the hot rod. Jill declares that she will fix the stove and the ice dispenser. Tim forbids that and promises he will fix everything, soon. Jill becomes tired of waiting and calls a repairman to fix the stove. Tim does not approve. Then the repairman sees the hot rod and in an instant forgets all about the stove... In Tool Time: Its Lawn Care Week. Tim gives a speech about mowing the lawn and presents several types of grass. Later during the week, they will salute clippers and sprinklers, but first they salute fertilizers. Nothing Yet!
May 5 1993
To Build or Not to BuildAt home: Mothers day is approaching and Tim wants to prove to Jill that he and the boys can actually buy something from the heart. In Tool Time: Tim presents Binford products that clear drain and ...moreAt home: Mothers day is approaching and Tim wants to prove to Jill that he and the boys can actually buy something from the heart. In Tool Time: Tim presents Binford products that clear drain and toilet clogs. Surprisingly, there is no catastrophe. Tim demonstrates how to pour a concrete foundation. Sadly, again no catastrophe. 1 rating
Apr 14 1993
Ex Marks the SpotNothing Yet!
Mar 17 1993
Much Ado About NanaIn Tool Time: Tim and Al are building a deck. Surprisingly, there is NO catastrophe! At home: Tims mother-in-law comes for a visit from Texas. To everyones surprise, she is no longer super-fat. In ...moreIn Tool Time: Tim and Al are building a deck. Surprisingly, there is NO catastrophe! At home: Tims mother-in-law comes for a visit from Texas. To everyones surprise, she is no longer super-fat. In fact, she is slim. Since Jills parents are moving to a new condo, her mother has decided to give some items to her daughters. Jill wishes for their antique wooden clock, but her mother has chosen a tea set for her. Jill is unable to tell her mother about how she feels about the clock and Tim fails to understand whats the problem. Nothing Yet!
Mar 3 1993
Shooting Three to Make TutuTim gets Pistons tickets, but Jill says he has to take Mark to the ballet. Making everything worse, Brad and Randy test out a cigar.1 rating
Feb 24 1993
Karate or Not, Here I ComeIn Tool Time: Tim has invited an expert to demonstrate how to cut wood using karate. Al believes he can do it too - and he does! Tims ego cant take this and he tries it too - with predictable results...moreIn Tool Time: Tim has invited an expert to demonstrate how to cut wood using karate. Al believes he can do it too - and he does! Tims ego cant take this and he tries it too - with predictable results. At home: Brad and Randy wont let Mark play football with them. They say Mark is a geek and a chicken. Tim and Jill agree that Mark should find a way to improve his confidence. Tim suggests karate, Jill gymnastics. Naturally, Mark chooses karate. In karate class, Marks partner is a bully and the boys mother gets into a fight with Jill and Tim. 2 ratings
Feb 17 1993
Bye Bye BirdieA woodpecker keeps Tim awake at night. Hes trying hard to get rid of it, but Mark has been feeding it and named it Pete. Brad tries to fake being sick in order to be able to stay home because his math...moreA woodpecker keeps Tim awake at night. Hes trying hard to get rid of it, but Mark has been feeding it and named it Pete. Brad tries to fake being sick in order to be able to stay home because his math homework is not done since Jennifer used to do it until she refused and Brad broke up with her. When Brad flunks in math Randy suggests that he tell Jill that Jennifer left him and hes depressed because of it. This works, until Jennifer turns up and Jill learns the truth. Tim and Jill have to teach Brad and they find out that multiplying compound fractures is not as easy as they thought it would be... In Tool Time: Tim demonstrates how to lay a new floor. Tim has one of his genius ideas regarding how to scrape off the old floor. With the usual results. 1 rating
Feb 10 1993
Youre Driving Me Crazy, Youre Driving Me NutsIn Tool Time: Tim and Al have built a wooden home entertainment center rack. To which Tim has made a little adjustment that was not in the original plan. At home: Tim and Jill are going to Sheilas ...moreIn Tool Time: Tim and Al have built a wooden home entertainment center rack. To which Tim has made a little adjustment that was not in the original plan. At home: Tim and Jill are going to Sheilas wedding. Karen is babysitting the boys. Tim has tossed the driving instructions away since he is confident that he knows the area and how to find the church. However, it is not so easy when it is dark and snowing... Nothing Yet!
Feb 3 1993
Dances with ToolsAt home: The boys pull a prank on a sleeping Tim. Tim and Jills wedding anniversary is coming up. Tim bribes the boys to reveal Jills surprise gift for him. When he finds out how cool it is, he ...moreAt home: The boys pull a prank on a sleeping Tim. Tim and Jills wedding anniversary is coming up. Tim bribes the boys to reveal Jills surprise gift for him. When he finds out how cool it is, he realizes he has to give Jill something she really wants - ballroom dancing lessons with him! The problem is, Tim cant dance at all. The boys try to pull a prank on a sleeping-as-far-as-they-know Al. In Tool Time: Tim demonstrates a nail gun. With disastrous effects. 1 rating
Jan 20 1993
Love Is a Many Splintered ThingNothing Yet!
Jan 13 1993
Howards EndAt home: Jennifer is going away for a while and leaves his goldfish Howard in Brads care (the episode title might be a clue as to how that ends up). Jill complains about Tims reckless driving on her ...moreAt home: Jennifer is going away for a while and leaves his goldfish Howard in Brads care (the episode title might be a clue as to how that ends up). Jill complains about Tims reckless driving on her car. Tim decides to tune up the car. Next, Tim learns Jill has opened her own bank account and Jill overhears Tim say to Mark that Jills car is really his car because he paid for it. They then get into a huge argument about whether possessions belong to one of them or whether they are mutually owned. Once again, Tim has to consult Wilson on how to make up with Jill. In Tool Time: Tim demonstrates a heavy duty drum sander in use. Lisa FINALLY gets more lines to say to the Tool Time audience! Tim has rewired the sander to be more powerful. Which has the usual results. 1 rating
Jan 6 1993
Bell Bottom BluesTim wants Jill to throw out some of her clothes or he will remodel the closet. Brad has punched a boy in school who called him names after hugging his Dad.Nothing Yet!
Dec 16 1992
Im Scheming of a White Christmas1 rating
Dec 2 1992
Abandoned FamilyJill is going to work and hasnt got time to look after the house. Jill was supposed to make a gingerbread house for the school PTA meeting but as she doesnt have time, Tim says hell do it.1 rating
Nov 25 1992
Lets Did LunchIn Tool Time: Al claims he can distinguish wood by their smell, even blindfolded. Tim agrees to set up a test for Al. At home: Brad and Randy decide to build at catapult. Tim has tuned up his weed ...moreIn Tool Time: Al claims he can distinguish wood by their smell, even blindfolded. Tim agrees to set up a test for Al. At home: Brad and Randy decide to build at catapult. Tim has tuned up his weed whacker - with predictable results. Karen and Dave stop by on their way to the opera. Dave asks a favor from Tim; should Karen ask, Tim is to say that Dave was on lunch with him on the previous day. Hes actually seeing another woman, but doesnt want to hurt Karen. 1 rating
Nov 18 1992
Where Theres a Will, Theres a WayAt home: Jill has been trying to get Tim to go to see a lawyer with her in order to update their will. Tim finally agrees to do it. In Tool Time: Al has been building a cabin for 4½ months without ...moreAt home: Jill has been trying to get Tim to go to see a lawyer with her in order to update their will. Tim finally agrees to do it. In Tool Time: Al has been building a cabin for 4½ months without any power-tools. Naturally, it is Tims opinion, that Al needs... yep, more power. He then demonstrates log-cutting with a dangerously powerful Binford chainsaw nicknamed widowmaker... Nothing Yet!
Nov 11 1992
May the Best Man WinIn Tool Time: Tim has a huge project: renovating a house from top to bottom. Mr Binfords daughter arrives to announce that she is now the shows producer, which means Tim is no longer in charge. At ...moreIn Tool Time: Tim has a huge project: renovating a house from top to bottom. Mr Binfords daughter arrives to announce that she is now the shows producer, which means Tim is no longer in charge. At home: Jill gets a weeks job at Inside Detroit magazine. She has to be at work 8 oclock the next morning and Tim has to be at the project house at the same time. Whos going to get the boys off to school? 1 rating
Nov 4 1992
Roomie for ImprovementIn Tool time: Its Tool Times salute to lubricants. Michael and Mario Andretti are going to make an appearance in the show. At home: Mark has chicken pox and Tims never had it, which means that Tim has...moreIn Tool time: Its Tool Times salute to lubricants. Michael and Mario Andretti are going to make an appearance in the show. At home: Mark has chicken pox and Tims never had it, which means that Tim has to move to Als place for a while. Which means Tim finds out the answers to questions he never wanted to ask... 1 rating
Oct 28 1992
Haunting of Taylor HouseIn Tool Time: Tim is demonstrating how to make a brick wall. Since its Halloween, he also dresses up as a monster in an attempt to scare Al. Together, they carve jack-o-lanterns. Except that Tim has ...moreIn Tool Time: Tim is demonstrating how to make a brick wall. Since its Halloween, he also dresses up as a monster in an attempt to scare Al. Together, they carve jack-o-lanterns. Except that Tim has invented a new method for achieving the same result - with, you guessed it, more power! With predictable results. At home: Tim has turned their basement into a haunted house. Brad has agreed to dress up as Raggedy Andy because Jennifer is coming as Raggedy Ann. But she has changed her mind because Brad had been insensitive to her and comes as a biker chick. With another boy. Also, the impolite Curtis is back! 1 rating
Oct 14 1992
Heavy MeddleIts weekend. Tim reveals to Al that he is going to put the 350 Chevy engine in his hot rod. Tim has invited some friends to help him. Al wants to come too. Tim thought Al would be spending the weekend...moreIts weekend. Tim reveals to Al that he is going to put the 350 Chevy engine in his hot rod. Tim has invited some friends to help him. Al wants to come too. Tim thought Al would be spending the weekend with Greta (last seen in season 1 episode 21, Als Fair in Love and War). But Greta broke up with him. So Tim invites Al. Karen has broken up with Greg and is visiting Jill. When Tim tells that Dave Gibbons is coming, Jill wants to introduce him to Karen. Tim can see what Jill has in mind and protests - he needs Dave in the garage. Another friend of Tims, Bob, brings his pregnant wife with him. The next to arrive are Hank and Wanda. And Tims original plan was that no one bring along their wife. Then Jill gets the idea that they should barbecue... Nothing Yet!
Oct 7 1992
Groin PainsA pulled groin muscle hampers Tims love life.1 rating
Sep 30 1992
Overactive GlanceTim and Jill are going out for a dinner. Tim glues his hands together. Jill has asked Karen to babysit for the boys. Jill watches a Tool Time on tape and sees Tim checking out a womans behind. Tim is ...moreTim and Jill are going out for a dinner. Tim glues his hands together. Jill has asked Karen to babysit for the boys. Jill watches a Tool Time on tape and sees Tim checking out a womans behind. Tim is then accused of having the wandering male eye with no control. Tim guarantees hes not going to check out babes while on dinner with Jill. Then he is approached in the restaurant by an ardent fan, Kiki Van Fursterwallenscheinlaw... Nothing Yet!
Sep 23 1992
Rites and Wrongs of PassageIn Tool Time: Tims guest, Angus McLain, has come to tell about The Highland Games in Detroit. Tim and Al will be participating in the games. At home: Tim has bought tickets to the biggest monster ...moreIn Tool Time: Tims guest, Angus McLain, has come to tell about The Highland Games in Detroit. Tim and Al will be participating in the games. At home: Tim has bought tickets to the biggest monster truck rally in the history of Detroit, which means that Jill will get the house all for herself on Sunday. Brads principal calls the Taylors and tells that Brad hid a dissected frog in her food. Turns out that Brads schoolmate had dared him to do it. Brad gets grounded and Jill says that means no truck rally for him, but Tim wants to allow Brad to go. They have an argument about it but eventually come to a compromise. Then comes the evening when the police bring Brad home... 1 rating
Sep 16 1992
Read My HipsIn Tool Time: Its Salute to Safety week. The Guys from K & B Construction are back for a safety demonstration. Tim reads a letter from a viewer who thinks Tim has taken the show too far with all ...moreIn Tool Time: Its Salute to Safety week. The Guys from K & B Construction are back for a safety demonstration. Tim reads a letter from a viewer who thinks Tim has taken the show too far with all the macho grunting stuff. Tim burns the letter with a construction-use flame thrower. At home: Randy teases Brad about Jennifer wanting a kiss. Jill has prepared a surprise romantic evening for two, but Tim goes from Tool Time to a bar with the construction workers. And Tim is so thick he cant take a hint when he calls home and Jill says that she is really looking forward to seeing him and listening to Billie Holliday while waiting. He promises to be at home in 15 minutes but actually arrives after two hours. Jill isnt pleased... 1 rating

Home Improvement Season 1

EpisodeTitleDescriptionRecent Activity
May 5 1992
Stereo-typicalIn Tool Time: Its the Salute to Saws week. Tims special guest is Janeen Ray Heller, who can play the saw. At Home: The speakers of Tims stereo system blow up (sadly, not literally) and he goes to buy ...moreIn Tool Time: Its the Salute to Saws week. Tims special guest is Janeen Ray Heller, who can play the saw. At Home: The speakers of Tims stereo system blow up (sadly, not literally) and he goes to buy new ones. The thing is, he cant restrain himself and ends up buying a whole home entertainment system... 1 rating
Apr 28 1992
Als Fair in Love and WarNothing Yet!
Apr 7 1992
Luck Be a Taylor TonightIn Tool Time: It has been Tim and Als week of salute to painting. Tim brings up the subject of women thinking that men are insensitive and dont listen. He claims that men are sensitive to other things...moreIn Tool Time: It has been Tim and Als week of salute to painting. Tim brings up the subject of women thinking that men are insensitive and dont listen. He claims that men are sensitive to other things like details. Tims guys poker night is in jeopardy because one of the regulars wont be able to make it. They invite Al as a substitute. At home: Tim wants the women and kids out of the house for the duration of the mens poker night, but that is not going to happen. One of the men is Jills sisters husband Charlie and they are having marriage problems. Charlie is about to leave but Tim talks him out of it and the poker night is a go. He also gives Charlie advice on how to apologize to his wife. Meanwhile, Jill gives her sister advice on Charlie. Nothing Yet!
Mar 17 1992
A Battle of WheelsNothing Yet!
Mar 3 1992
Birds of a Feather Flock to TaylorNothing Yet!
Feb 25 1992
Unchained MaladyAt home: Tim receives a chain letter with the instructions that it be sent forward to 10 people within 24 hours or else something bad will happen. Tim doesnt buy into that and disregards the letter, ...moreAt home: Tim receives a chain letter with the instructions that it be sent forward to 10 people within 24 hours or else something bad will happen. Tim doesnt buy into that and disregards the letter, despite Jills warnings. Randy breaks his new bike and has to figure out how to explain that to his parents. In Tool Time: Tim is late because his car battery had been dry and someone had parked in his space on the parking lot. He tells Al about the letter and he also warns Tim of the consequences. Turns out he sent Tim the letter and then later found a $20 bill on the street and won a shovel in a radio contest... and Lisa asks if she can stay the night at Als place because the heating at her place does not work. Even after he accidentally dyes his hands green, Tim refuses to believe in the chain letters curse because George Foreman himself is coming to make an appearance in Tool Time. Nothing Yet!
Feb 18 1992
Baby, Its Cold OutsideValentines Day is coming up. Brad is trying to figure out a card for Jennifer. Tim has made a weekend reservation for him and Jill at Stone Creek Lodge. The boys will go to aunt Helen so that Tim and ...moreValentines Day is coming up. Brad is trying to figure out a card for Jennifer. Tim has made a weekend reservation for him and Jill at Stone Creek Lodge. The boys will go to aunt Helen so that Tim and Jill have privacy. Or thats the plan. In Tool Time: The sponsor, Mr. John Binford, announces that Tims family is to go camping for the weekend - and the whole experience will be filmed for Tool Time. Tim comes up with a plan: They will film it to look like the family camped the whole weekend, when they really only make a quick side trip on their way to aunt Helen. Or thats the plan. 1 rating
Feb 11 1992
What About Bob?In Tool Time: Al is excited because Bob Vila is in town signing his new book. When Al utters I cant believe I actually got to talk to the pioneer of home repairs, Tims ego cant take the blow. Then, ...moreIn Tool Time: Al is excited because Bob Vila is in town signing his new book. When Al utters I cant believe I actually got to talk to the pioneer of home repairs, Tims ego cant take the blow. Then, Tool Time sponsor Mr. Binford announces that Bob Vila will be the guest in the following days episode. Whats even worse, Mr. Binford wants Tim to face Bob Vila in a challenge... At home: Tim makes Jill prep him for trivia questions. Randy has been bad at school - he got caught for bullying. Jill announces that she will invite the boy, Curtis, to come to their house so that Randy can apologize in person. However, when Curtis asks Jill how old she is and compares her to his grandma, then tells on the phone to his mom that their house is cooler and that Jill is much heavier than her, Jills goodwill starts to evaporate. Nothing Yet!
Feb 4 1992
Jills BirthdayAt home: Jills birthday is coming up and Tim has forgotten it. Luckily for him, the boys remind him. Jill says she doesnt need any presents - especially because the previous year, he got her a ...moreAt home: Jills birthday is coming up and Tim has forgotten it. Luckily for him, the boys remind him. Jill says she doesnt need any presents - especially because the previous year, he got her a pressurized window washer. This year, she tells, Tim has to get her something thoughtful. In Tool Time: The show is shooting a makeover of a house - live. Tim has a truck on site. All that is needed for a catastrophe... Elsewhere: Tim learns a secret of Als when they visit a womens clothes store to find a gift for Jill. 1 rating
Jan 21 1992
Forever JungAt home: Brad is going on his first date. Jills friend Karen is coming for a visit. Tim and she dont like each other. Karen mocks Tim about his power tools, saying that men buy them because they are ...moreAt home: Brad is going on his first date. Jills friend Karen is coming for a visit. Tim and she dont like each other. Karen mocks Tim about his power tools, saying that men buy them because they are insecure about their manhood, then claims men are aggressive and destructive. And that society is male-dominated. Tim claims his and Jills relationship is an equal one but Karen comes up with tricky questions to test that. In Tool Time: Tim demonstrates how to apply laminate. The process involves a new instant glue, the use of which requires great care. Which Tim does not quite manage. Nothing Yet!
Jan 14 1992
For Whom the Belch TollsIts family night at the Taylors. Randy would like to re-watch Bury Me Again, Tim suggests Bayonette Hell but its Jills time to choose and she wants to see The Sound of Music. Then Tims college buddy ...moreIts family night at the Taylors. Randy would like to re-watch Bury Me Again, Tim suggests Bayonette Hell but its Jills time to choose and she wants to see The Sound of Music. Then Tims college buddy Stu calls that hes in town. Tim agrees to meet him over a beer because Jill doesnt want him in their home. However, Tim cant tell Stu he is not welcome... In Tool Time: Tim demonstrates how to heat insulate a window. 1 rating
Jan 7 1992
Up Your AlleyIn Tool Time: Tim demonstrates how to hang a drywall. At home: At Tims suggestion, the family goes bowling. Tims obsession for winning soon turns a time of family fun into bloody competition. Randy ...moreIn Tool Time: Tim demonstrates how to hang a drywall. At home: At Tims suggestion, the family goes bowling. Tims obsession for winning soon turns a time of family fun into bloody competition. Randy and Brad run into the bowling alley arcade bully. 1 rating
Dec 17 1991
Yule Better Watch OutIn Tool Time: Tim gives a Yuletime tip: never plug in a frayed wire, and grunts Jingle Bells. He also demonstrates his great invention: a rotating Christmas tree. With the usual results. At home: Tim ...moreIn Tool Time: Tim gives a Yuletime tip: never plug in a frayed wire, and grunts Jingle Bells. He also demonstrates his great invention: a rotating Christmas tree. With the usual results. At home: Tim has decided to beat Dr. Johnson in the neighborhood Christmas decoration contest. The competition soon gets out of control. Jill is upset that Randy did not get the part of Josef but the inn-keeper in the school Christmas pageant and decides to make Randy stand out by making him an outstanding costume. Mark learns a shocking secret: there is no Santa Claus. 1 rating
Dec 10 1991
Look Whos Not TalkingAt home: Jill starts experiencing stage fright when the time to give a speech approaches. Tim promises to clean the house while Jill concentrates on the speech. True to his manners, Tim decides to ...moreAt home: Jill starts experiencing stage fright when the time to give a speech approaches. Tim promises to clean the house while Jill concentrates on the speech. True to his manners, Tim decides to rewire the vacuum cleaner with, you guessed it, more power! In Tool Time: Tim gives a house cleaning tip for men. Nothing Yet!
Nov 26 1991
Reach Out and Teach SomeoneTim starts his dream hot rod project: he has only a frame to 1934 Ford Roadster to begin with, but its a start. Jill is more interested in the clogged sink which to Tim is not an urgent matter to deal...moreTim starts his dream hot rod project: he has only a frame to 1934 Ford Roadster to begin with, but its a start. Jill is more interested in the clogged sink which to Tim is not an urgent matter to deal with. Because of that, Jill has already tried to unclog it herself and managed to drop Tims precious screwdriver in. Suddenly Tim gets very upset and decides to teach the basics of plumbing to Jill. Soon they have a fight. Afterwards, Tim apologizes but Jill doesnt feel she owes him an apology in return. In Tool Time: Tim decides to teach basic home repair to women in a simple language even a woman can understand. Nothing Yet!
Nov 19 1991
Bubble, Bubble, Toil and TroubleJill mentions the need for another sink in the bathroom and Tim promises to add one plus a whirlpool, and anything else Jill wants. Tim decides to make a Tool Time special about a bathroom re-do at ...moreJill mentions the need for another sink in the bathroom and Tim promises to add one plus a whirlpool, and anything else Jill wants. Tim decides to make a Tool Time special about a bathroom re-do at his home because that way he does not have to pay for anything. Of course, things dont go as smoothly as planned... Nothing Yet!
Nov 5 1991
Flying SaucesIn Tool Time: Tim has a tip on how to avoid hitting oneself on a finger while holding a nail. Tim also has received a fan letter which he decides to read out aloud to the audience. The writer of the ...moreIn Tool Time: Tim has a tip on how to avoid hitting oneself on a finger while holding a nail. Tim also has received a fan letter which he decides to read out aloud to the audience. The writer of the letter and his friends are construction workers who have invented a way of cooking with power and steel. Tim invites them to demonstrate this on the show. At home: Brad and Randy are ashamed of being seen in public with their geek brother. Jill thinks she and Tim should tell Brad and Randy not to torment their little brother but Tim has another idea: they have to out-torment Brad and Randy. They try Jills idea but when that seems to have no effect, Tim gets a chance to try his idea... Tim then finds some old 8-track tapes in the basement and he and Jill start quizzing each other about the music of the 1960s and 1970s. 1 rating
Oct 29 1991
Nothing More Than FeelingsJill has ignored the cars oil warning light for two days and the car becomes inoperative. Tim then gives a speech in Tool Time about respect for the machines. He tells the audience about the oil light...moreJill has ignored the cars oil warning light for two days and the car becomes inoperative. Tim then gives a speech in Tool Time about respect for the machines. He tells the audience about the oil light incident that happened to a friend. Tim gets support from two audience members with similar experiences. When they start sharing experiences about each others wives, Tim lets slip out that Jill drool A LOT in her sleep. With a predictable reaction from Jill when the show airs... 1 rating
Oct 22 1991
Adventures in Fine DiningAt home: When the Boys manage to get the whole family kicked out of a pizza place because of their behavior, Jill points out that since Tim has encouraged the boys bad behavior, he should be the one ...moreAt home: When the Boys manage to get the whole family kicked out of a pizza place because of their behavior, Jill points out that since Tim has encouraged the boys bad behavior, he should be the one to teach them how to behave. In Tool Time: Besides showing how to lay floor boards, Tim takes the time to give a speech about manners. He also demonstrates the new Binford nail gun. With predictable results. Nothing Yet!
Oct 15 1991
Wild KingdomMark is bringing his cub scout pals for a visit. Tim has to re-light the pilot light of the furnace and he decides to show Randy and Brad how to do it. While in the basement, they discover something ...moreMark is bringing his cub scout pals for a visit. Tim has to re-light the pilot light of the furnace and he decides to show Randy and Brad how to do it. While in the basement, they discover something moving down there. 3 ratings
Oct 8 1991
Satellite on a Hot Tims RoofIn Tool Time: Tim is working on a wood table, with predictable results. Al is going to help out Lisa with her bookshelf. At home: Tim decides to install a huge new satellite dish all by himself. He is...moreIn Tool Time: Tim is working on a wood table, with predictable results. Al is going to help out Lisa with her bookshelf. At home: Tim decides to install a huge new satellite dish all by himself. He is also jealous about a guy whos willing to help Jill prepare for a job interview on a Saturday. 1 rating
Oct 1 1991
Off SidesTim and the boys are watching American football on TV when Jill reminds him that they have a dinner reservation at Chez Pierre because it was supposed to be their romantic night out. Tim has to give ...moreTim and the boys are watching American football on TV when Jill reminds him that they have a dinner reservation at Chez Pierre because it was supposed to be their romantic night out. Tim has to give up the football - but sneaks a portable radio with an earpiece underneath his clothes into the restaurant in order to listen to the match. The boys get a peculiar new babysitter, Sir Larry Houdini! 2 ratings
Sep 26 1991
Mow Better BluesAt home: Tim is tuning up his ride-on lawnmower, Jill is making the boys donate unnecessary stuff for a rummage sale and Mark breaks his dads precious 20-year old torque wrench. In the Tool Time show...moreAt home: Tim is tuning up his ride-on lawnmower, Jill is making the boys donate unnecessary stuff for a rummage sale and Mark breaks his dads precious 20-year old torque wrench. In the Tool Time show: Tim hides a blowtorch from Al to make an important point. 2 ratings
Sep 17 1991
PilotTim makes the dishwasher more powerful. Jill has a job interview.2 ratings
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