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Holmes on Homes

Holmes on Homes

Rebecca and Thomas had several contractors bid on their renovation project, and when all of them came in with quotes that were lower than what they had initially expected, they thought they'd found a deal. Pipes burst in the ceiling of the basement, flooding down the walls and leaking through the new pot lights. Then they discovered electrical outlets in other parts of the home were sparking while others were not working. In this episode, Mike explores the true cost of a basement renovation, and the pitfalls of competitive "underbidding" by contractors.

2026-01-29 10:12:00 +0000 UTC2026-01-29 11:06:35 +0000 UTC(54m)
Holmes on Homes

Holmes on Homes

This story highlights the work of a modern day ''Snake Oil Salesman''- a contractor that doesn't fit the stereotypical con-artist profile. His slick computer assisted sales pitch and impressive portfolio eventually gave way to sloppy workmanship and incompetent engineering. The basement facade put up by this contractor finally came crashing down when the newly installed ceiling collapsed, prompting the homeowners to place a distress call to Mike Holmes.

2026-01-29 09:17:25 +0000 UTC2026-01-29 10:12:00 +0000 UTC(54m)