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Holmes on Homes: A Nightmare Reno
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Mike’s Advice / TV Show Behind The Scenes
Wednesday, April 9th, 2025 @ 3:41pm
A Botched Reno on Holmes On Homes
Watch this full Mike Holmes episode – Holmes on Homes for free! Tammy and Jason bought a new house, and after the second year the warranty was over and they noticed some issues that needed to be addressed.
They found a contractor through flyers. He was putting out ads throughout the area. A sweet grandpa type, he provided references and referrals. Tammy and Jason were impressed, and after a lot of time spent reviewing everything, they hired the contractor. What they didn’t know was that he wasn’t the actual contractor. The contractor who had talked to the couple subcontracted it out.
The contractor told them they don’t need a permit.
“Looks like a bit of a scam to me,” said Mike Holmes
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Mike Holmes, contractor and TV host, visits unlucky families who have been swindled or abandoned during their home improvement projects on his hit TV series, Holmes On Homes. Each project is more than just a renovation, it’s an opportunity to help make people’s lives better.
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