MIKE HOLMES’ STORY
THE Make it Right® PHILOSOPHY
Mike Holmes is a professional contractor, television host, public speaker, educator, influencer and writer. As one of North America’s most trusted contractors his no-nonsense approach has struck a cord with TV audiences and industry leaders world wide, leading him to be named Forbes’ Third Most Trustworthy Celebrity and Reader’s Digest’s Second Most Trusted Canadian. Mike Holmes has built an international brand based on quality, integrity and trust.
With over 35 years of experience as a professional licensed contractor, he has completed over 220 home renovations and remodeling disaster projects and 52 home inspections throughout his television career. His record breaking, award-winning series and specials are seen in over 90 countries worldwide.
Forbes’ 3rd Most Trustworthy Celebrity and Reader’s Digest’s 2nd Most Trusted Canadian.
His Make it Right® attitude has resonated with audiences and industry leaders alike allowing him to expand his ever growing brand into a number of divisions, including television and media production, product and service development, as well as publishing. He is an international best selling author of “Make it Right®” and “The Holmes Inspection”.
Mike’s tireless dedication to improving building standards and sustainable construction has been recognized by both the Canadian government and building industry and was officially acknowledged by the Canadian House of Commons for his promotion of skilled trades and advocacy for improved building standards. To help ensure homeowners get peace of mind when purchasing a home, Mike created his Holmes Approved Holmes program in 2012, which partners with key industry product leaders and builders across North America to bring together the best in building practices.
Mike has helped raise over $19.5 million for SOS Children’s Villages Canada and increased sponsorship by 2700% since 2005.
His passion and integrity to Make It Right® continue through his work as national spokesperson for SOS Children’s Villages Canada, where he has helped increase sponsorship by 2700% since 2005. In 2016, on his second trip with SOS Children’s Villages, Mike along with his children, Mike Jr. and Sherry, visited several SOS villages in Kenya. Mike is also a National Spokesperson for Skills Canada, WorldSkills Ambassador, honorary guest speaker for the 2009 GreenBuild conference and ‘Eminent Advisor to the Canadian Government’ for the COP15 in Copenhagen (United Nations’ conference on climate change).
Mike’s mission is to improve the building industry from the ground up and raise building standards across the board. He believes that educating the public at large on the importance of upholding building code and construction principles is essential to preserving and enhancing the safety and well-being of communities and households, both at home and abroad.
While Mike still dreams of retiring one day, he’s not slowing down any time soon. He, along with his children, Mike Jr. and Sherry will continue to Make it Right®. for homeowners in need across Canada for years to come.
To book Mike Holmes for appearances and partnerships, please email communications@makeitright.ca.
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The work we do is so much bigger than just my kids and I. Without the support of our amazing tradespeople who work tirelessly on our job sites, we wouldn’t be able to give some hope back to our wonderful homeowners.
Some of our trades have been with us for many years and too many renovations to count - so I wanted to make sure we took some time to shout out the crew behind the scenes who help US Make It Right.
By now, you should all recognize my buddy, Frank. He’s been with us since the beginning - and even throughout his health troubles over the last couple years, he’s stuck by us to be our pro when it comes to all things electricity.
What you might not realize is that he’s now working with a great new group of electricians under the DeVille Group - and together with them, they’ve helped make sure our recent projects are properly wired and to code. Thanks for the help, team!
Holmes and Holmes is back on HGTV (US) tonight with Mike and Sherry running the job?
New Tweets
What did you think of @mike_holmesjr's shou sugi ban wood project from #HolmesAndHolmes? https://t.co/A1HdGToEuW
As a builder, you can address radon entry during the construction stage. This is worth a read. @RadonCorp https://t.co/v2tF6GiqG9
When clearing snow, make sure you're focus on any fire hydrants, vents, and around your foundation to prevent basement leaks. Concrete is porous, and when it starts to melt, it can seep into the foundation.
Who says a healthy home also can't look good? Nice to see @effecthomes understand AND be recognized for it as a winner of the Canadian Home Builders Association's Green Home of the year. Check this out to learn more: https://t.co/nrSK2yCinR
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MEET MIKE HOLMES – CONTRACTOR, TV HOST & EDUCATOR
Mike Holmes has been Making It Right for TV audiences around the world for almost 15 years. You can catch his shows on HGTV and DIY network. In his latest series Holmes Next Generation, he is bringing his kids Mike Jr and Sherry along for the ride.