House Hunters Renovation

Andrew and Robin are searching for their dream home in Maine. The couple wants something big enough for their four growing children and right on a lake but they agree on little else. Once the family decides on a house, it's all hands on deck as they tackle a massive renovation with a new design idea emerging around every project. Things only get harder and more expensive when they discover they may need to spend $8,000 to expand their septic field. When everything is completed, however, the family will have the lakefront retreat they've always dreamed of.

A puppeteer and his fiancee have moved from New York City to West Hollywood, CA, and are eager to find their first home. They're hoping for something move-in ready but their budget is going to require them to seek a fixer-upper. Their real estate agent is helping them find a house that can bring together their opposing style requirements and they have a designer and contractor on hand to help with the necessary renovations. Will they be able to overcome all the nasty surprises that await in the house's old walls and wind up with the perfect new home?

Laura and Steve are eager to get out of their cramped Austin, TX, rental and buy their first home so they can start a family. With their tight budget, they're looking at homes in need of a little TLC. Once the lock is in place, they quickly make big renovation plans for every room in the house. The couple faces one costly issue after another as well as some bold design decisions but in the end they'll have a beautiful home with an eye-catching new kitchen, perfect for raising a family.

A husband-and-wife medical doctor team looking to purchase their first home together quickly learn that finding the perfect place will be trickier than they expected. Their real estate agent is on hand attempting to find a home that combines his hope for an industrial-style house with lots of brick and her desire for a cozy bungalow with a farmhouse feel. Their designer and contractor struggle to keep up with the renovations while second guessing the couple's design decisions and frequent mishaps. Will they be able to get it together in the end so they can finally relax and enjoy their beautiful new home?

Two years of searching has left California couple Sarah Jayne and Michael empty-handed as they debate farmhouse versus rustic and single level versus two-story for a new house close to the beach. They finally find a place they're both happy with but they need to renovate it to make it exactly what they want. Their vision takes shape as they tackle projects in the kitchen and master bathroom but then they're hit with unforeseen electrical upgrades throughout the whole house.

Rick and Kasey are relocating to Austin, TX, because of Rick's job in the military, and they're eager to find a four-bedroom traditional-style home for their three kids as soon as possible. Rick wants a huge, two-story home but Kasey's ideal home is a small, one-level place with less upkeep. When renovations begin, they face a number of issues, from hidden mold to design problems. For Kasey and Rick, the end can't come soon enough because Kasey can't stand living without a kitchen and Rick's allergies are affected by all the dust and debris.

After years of renting in Manhattan Beach, California, Veterinarian Assistant Deb is ready to purchase her first contemporary condo to share with her pets. But once she locks in a place, she soon discovers that her budget doesn't go as far as she had hoped. Deb and her pets live through the dusty renovations and face several challenges along the way from costly plumbing issues to crumbling backsplash tile. It's a struggle to the very end, but it's all worth it when Deb ends up with a beach-chic home to call her own.

A Silver Lake, California, couple searches for a home with a more spacious, suburban feel for their growing family. But after they sell their house, they only have 30 days to take on a massive kitchen renovation before their move-in date. Right away an expensive abatement sets them back both financially and time wise, and it doesn't get any easier when they run into one renovation after another. In the end, however, they wind up with the perfect home for their family.

Ready to become first-time homeowners, an engaged couple dives into their first big purchase before tying the knot. But they soon find out that there are many joys and perils of home ownership. From surprises in the flooring to losing the roof over their heads, it's a race to the finish line as they struggle to complete the renovations before making it down the aisle.

Austin, TX, native Brittney is looking for a home where she can raise her nine-year-old daughter and she knows just who to turn to for help. She enlists her real estate agent mom Sandra to find a fixer-upper. House hunting with her mom proves to be a challenge when their tastes collide, but they finally do pick a house. From rotting wood to electrical upgrades, along with a very headstrong daughter who takes her grandmother's side, Brittney faces many challenges in becoming a first-time homeowner.

Jen and Jeff rent a small apartment in Glendale, CA. While the couple feels they don't need a huge amount of space, they want a house that would give them a little more room for Jen's baking and Jeff's outdoor entertaining. After they decide on a home, they roll up their sleeves and start the renovation. Their vintage house turns out to have lots of vintage problems hidden beneath the surface, but Jen and Jeff hope to get the house up to date while keeping its charm.

A Silver Lake, CA, couple is eager to trade their current rental for a single-family home with a large yard. While they both agree that their new home must have three bedrooms, an open floor plan and a spacious kitchen, they clash when it comes to style. One wants a home with a contemporary feel and an all-white interior but the other would like a Spanish-style home with lots of charm and color throughout. When they finally agree on a house, they face a mound of unexpected structural and design issues. They're willing to put forth the effort to make their dream come true, but will the stress and sacrifice result in them having a stunning home they both love?

A couple looks to buy a home near their furniture restoration business in Silver Lake, California. Once they agree on a place, they must put in some sweat equity to make it fit their eclectic tastes. However, they quickly learn that renovating a house is an entirely different project than restoring furniture, and tensions run high as they rush to complete the renovation before their current lease runs out.

A growing family is ready to buy a bigger home in the Glendora, CA. They can't decide between traditional and modern but they both agree the new home must have an open-concept chef's kitchen, a large yard and a symmetrical design overall. Having very different wish lists results in their agent finding them a home in need of major renovations and the couple has to face problematic walls and floors as well as a new bathroom layout. Will their compromises result in them having the home of their dreams?

After years of moving around the country for work, a couple is ready to put down roots in Nashville, TN. They decide on a home and start renovations, but getting him to agree on a cabinet color turns into an uphill battle. Then, their new kitchen design may need to be reworked if they can't find a way to re-route the gas line for the stove.

With their two sons about to head off to college, a Franklin, Tennessee, couple downsizes to a house that needs major renovations throughout. They hire a designer and contractor to get the work done as quickly as possible, but even the experts couldn't predict the various problems they discover hidden in the home's floors, walls and ceilings. It's a stressful renovation full of highs and lows, but in the end, it's transformed into a beautiful house that they are ecstatic to move into.

After deciding to not renew their apartment lease, this Southern California couple begins their search for a home where they can start a family. He wants a single-story home with Craftsman-like details but she has her eye open for something with two stories and an East Coast vibe. Fortunately, they both covet vintage details because their budget requires them to look at fixer uppers. Once they close on a home, the renovation begins and problems arise as they struggle with an outdated and confusing floor plan. Will they be able to overcome all the obstacles and have their very own Los Angeles dream home?

An electrician, his wife and their young daughter are upgrading to a larger family home in the suburbs. She dreams of a house with storybook charm, but his style is more contemporary. It is no easy hunt, and when they do finally settle on a house, it isn't long before they run into some challenging situations. From opening up walls to literally moving mountains, they'll need help from friends and extended family before they end up with a space that they are proud to call home.

Nashville real estate agent Elliott has helped numerous people find their dream homes and now he is on the hunt for his own. His best friend Beta accompanies him as he searches for an older cottage reminiscent of the house from his childhood. Once he finds his dream home and the renovation process begins, Elliott is pushed to his limits as he faces issues from dangerous asbestos flooring to old rotted ceilings. It's a stressful process, but with the help of a hired contractor and designer, the end results are beyond his expectations.

A newly engaged couple takes another leap into adulthood to buy their very first home together in California. But with their modest budget in an LA market, creating their perfect home will take some hard work and a little more compromise than they originally thought. They face some tough decisions in their renovation that can potentially delay the home's completion, but when their renovations are finished, they realize growing up might not be so bad after all in their beautiful new home.

A Los Angeles couple is ready to grow their family in a new home. They agree on a lot of their ideal home's key features including a spacious kitchen and plenty of play room for their future daughter but they're torn between midcentury modern and ranch styles. Once they close on the perfect home, they immediately feel they've bitten off more than they can chew. From major kitchen and design studio plan changes, to misplaced doors and tiles, this renovation proves to be a challenge at every turn. With a baby on the way, time is of the essence -- will they pull this project off in time?

Newlywed real estate agents Cameron and Reid are ready to buy their first home together in Franklin, Tennessee. Reid has his heart set on an open floor plan and wants an updated traditional interior, whereas Cameron likes defined rooms and more whimsical decor. These professionals quickly find that selling a house and restoring one are very different ballgames. From financial setbacks to sagging floors and even some wrong deliveries, it will take a lot of patience and perseverance to make it to the finish line.

Kelly and Cameron are ready to put down roots with their young son in Valley Glen, California, but they face skyrocketing home prices. Cameron wants a ranch-style home with a midcentury modern interior and room for a music studio, while Kelly likes a more traditional exterior with cozy details and lots of storage space. Once they settle on a place, the renovation begins and their budget quickly shrinks thanks to a new HVAC system, kitchen overhaul and master bathroom expansion. Luckily, Cameron blossoms as a handyman and starts to tackle projects around the house, and when they get to the finish line, they find themselves in a home sweet home.

After years of visiting friends and playing golf in Palm Springs, California, Susan is ready to make the commitment and buy a home and settle there. Once renovations begin, major problems come up, including structural issues and a black mold infestation, challenging Susan to stick it out to the end.

A Southern California couple searches for a fixer upper they can turn into the perfect home where they can raise their daughter. While they disagree on style, they both want the home to be close to family and have a big yard. When they finally find a place, they begin renovating every single room of the house and tackle a slew of problems from water leaks and roofing issues to structural challenges and budget disputes. It's a struggle to the very end but the final result will be a beautiful home that perfectly blends both of their styles.

A Los Angeles writer searches for a contemporary home with industrial farmhouse touches. He's determined to find a house to put his personal stamp on, while his older brother joins the hunt to make sure he doesn't get too far over his head.

After relocating to Massachusetts from the Midwest, a family of three has limited time to find a home that fits each of their personalities. But even after they settle on a vintage home and begin a huge transformation, remodeling an older home comes with some costly surprises. It's a tough battle, but when they get to the finish line, this family can finally settle into their dream home.

A musician and his wife begin an ambitious renovation on a dated family home in, California. Things quickly unravel as they uncover a host of big-ticket problems ranging from foundation issues to building code roadblocks.

A Denver couple is eager to trade their current place for a larger home where they can raise their two young children. Once they settle on a house, they dive into the top-to-bottom renovation, tackling everything from asbestos issues to structural challenges.

A large Southern California family needs to find a sizable house to accommodate their growing needs. After touring three homes, the family decides on a house they feel has the potential to give them everything they need after a few renovations. They begin in the kitchen where they bring in a farmhouse touch with industrial flair. As the project continues, however, the couple's ambitious attitude takes over and additions are made to the project that nearly push their budget to the breaking point. In the end, the family takes their promising fixer-upper and transforms it into the home of their dreams.

A Massachusetts couple is ready to upgrade from their one-bedroom condo into a home where they can start a family in the town of Charlestown. They hope to find a single-family Colonial near their family with at least three bedrooms and enough space to entertain guests. The Charlestown market is tough, however, so in order to find the perfect home on their budget, they have to settle for a house in need of serious updating. The frustrating renovation project requires them to deal with structural surprises behind the walls, unforeseen permitting issues and a decision that may impact their open-concept design.

A Los Angeles couple is ready to stop paying rent and find a larger, more practical home perfect for entertaining. They both want a home with high ceilings, a big kitchen and a large space for entertaining but that's all they can agree on. She wants a modern bungalow with lots of light, white walls and a swimming pool for guests. He's hoping for a more traditional home with lots of wood features and a large back yard. When they finally get the keys to their new house, they bring in an interior designer and contractor to help tackle multiple projects and deal with issues from expensive electrical problems to back-ordered materials. Their spirits are high, though, and they eventually get the party house of their dreams.

Childhood sweethearts look for the perfect starter home in Swampscott, MA. They're hoping to find a home with grass-free backyard where the kids can play sports, an open-style kitchen, hardwood floors, a mudroom and front porch. In order to stay under budget, they're willing to buy a fixer-upper and take on the renovation themselves. Once they find the perfect fit, however, they quickly realize renovating a home requires making several decisions they may not be ready to make. If they can commit and stick to their choices, they just may end up with a home that exceeds both their expectations.

California newlyweds are anxious to start a family of their own and are searching the San Fernando Valley for the perfect fixer-upper. They're looking for a home with an open-concept living space and kitchen to hold their extended families, but they differ when it comes to their personal wish lists. After their friend and real estate agent helps them pick out a place, renovation reality quickly hits their wallet and they become overwhelmed by decisions. Their vision for their home takes a few compromising turns along the way and several costly issues push them over budget as they learn that home renovation isn't as easy as it looks on TV.

A recently engaged couple is ready to settle down in a new home before their upcoming wedding. After finding a house, their emotional and financial stress begins to take a toll when an unexpected hailstorm damages their kitchen on day one of renovations.

Parents-to-be living in a Glendale, CA, rental need a bigger home before their baby arrives. After getting the keys to their new home, stress levels and the renovation budget start to rise when leaking pipes, floor problems and a hazardous fireplace are revealed.

A Denver, CO, couple with a new baby, a dog and five chickens wants to move out of their cramped home into one with more space. After agreeing on a style of home, their budget takes a hit before renovations even begin when they discover a hidden structural problem.