Tune in here for this September 19, 2026 episode of the Home Depot Home Improvement show on WBT with John Gordon and David Dovell.

On this edition of the program, John and Dave talk about fall home maintenance, pest prevention and practical solutions for common home improvement projects. They discuss plants such as mint, citronella, lavender and lemon balm that may help deter insects around the home, while also explaining how cooler weather can lead more pests to seek shelter indoors. The hosts also recommend using products such as outdoor insect treatments and interior home defense as temperatures begin to drop.

John and Dave then answer a question about the best way to run electrical wire along an exterior brick wall when adding an outdoor outlet. They discuss using watertight conduit and keeping the wiring protected and positioned near the ground to minimize its visibility while maintaining proper protection. The conversation also touches on electrical code considerations when wiring is buried