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MIKE’S TV SHOWS 
After working in the building industry for more than 35 years, Mike was asked to develop and host his own TV series, Holmes on Homes®, which became an international success and broke ratings records. Since then, he has used his no-nonsense Make It Right® attitude to educate homeowners on proper building code, what to look for in contractors and their rights as homeowners. His TV shows are broadcasted in over 90 countries.
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Here's the trick to determining whether or not a wall is load bearing: call an expert and have them check it out for you.
Remove excess moisture and humidity from your home through proper ventilation, especially in damp areas (basement, bathrooms, laundry room and kitchen)
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Humidity can cause hardwood floors to swell and contract which leads to gaps and popped nails. Not a big concern structurally, but boy do squeaky floors drive me nuts. Am I the only one?
When we make shows, it’s our goal to do more than just help the homeowner in that episode. We also want to teach you, the viewer why we do what we do.
Faulty wiring is the number one cause of electrical fires. Sometimes fires happen because of poor workmanship. Other times it’s just wear and tear. But you need to know the warning signs.
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