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Episode Guide
  • February 02, 4:00 pm
    Three Spa Bathroom Renovations in Seattle

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    Designer Carriann Arkowski and a local realtor critique three spa bathrooms in Seattle to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a Zen Master Bath with an elaborate steam shower. Next, they visit

  • February 02, 4:30 pm
    Three Master Suite Facelifts in Las Vegas

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    Designer Carriann Arkowski and a local realtor critique three master suite facelifts in Las Vegas to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a contemporary master suite with a massive shower that h

  • February 02, 5:00 pm
    Three Green Kitchen Renovations in Austin

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    Designer Vern Yip and a local realty expert critique three green kitchen renovations in Austin to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a eco-friendly kitchen with modern orange cabinetry. Next,

  • February 02, 5:30 pm
    Evaluating Cape Cod Vacation Rental Renovations

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    Cape Cod is rich in American history, and with its maritime theme and ample beaches, it's no wonder it attracts people from all over the country. But what are vacationers looking for when they visit this idyllic coastal town? HGTV Designer

  • February 02, 6:00 pm
    Three Contemporary Master Bath Renovations in Salt Lake City

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    Designer Danielle Fennoy and a local realtor critique three contemporary master bathroom renovations in Salt Lake City to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out an aesthetically pleasing contempor

  • February 02, 6:30 pm
    Three Lexington Entertainment Space Renovations

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    Designer Monica Pedersen and a local Realtor critique three Lexington entertainment space renovations to determine which one will get the biggest bang for their buck. First, they check out a entertainment area built for family entertaining.

  • January 28, 2:00 pm
    Three Major Home Renovations in Madison, Wisconsin

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    If you had $70k to spend renovating your home, how would you spend it? HGTV designer Monica Pedersen, along with a local realty expert, heads to Madison, Wisconsin to evaluate three major home renovations where each couple spread their budg

  • January 28, 2:30 pm
    Three Vintage Kitchen Renovations in Memphis

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    Designer Monica Pedersen and a local realtor critique three vintage kitchen renovations in Memphis to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a historically modern kitchen with handmade cabinetry.

  • January 24, 4:00 pm
    Three Ultra Designed Master Suite Renovations in Scottsdale

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    Designer Monica Pedersen and a local realtor critique three ultra designed master suites in Scottsdale to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a contemporary master suite with a patio shower. Ne

  • January 24, 4:30 pm
    Three Backyard Patio Renovations in San Diego

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    Designer Jamie Durie and a local realtor critique three backyard patio renovations in San Diego to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a contemporary outdoor living room with a dual-finish fire

  • February 04, 2:00 pm
    Three Master Suite Expansions in Richmond

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    Designer Monica Pedersen and a local realtor critique three master suite expansions in Richmond to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a master suite expansion with modern day luxuries. Next, t

  • February 04, 2:30 pm
    Three Indoor/Outdoor Renovations in St. Thomas

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    Designer Danielle Fennoy and a local Realtor critique three St. Thomas indoor/outdoor luxury renovations to determine which one will get the biggest bang for their buck. First, they check out a home with a hexagon-shaped great room that ope

  • February 09, 4:00 pm
    Three Kitchen Renovations in Phoenix

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    Designer Kristan Cunningham and a local Realtor critique three kitchen renovations in Phoenix to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a comfortable contemporary kitchen with a oversize island. N

  • February 09, 4:30 pm
    Three Master Bathroom Renovations in Birmingham

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    Designer Vern Yip and a local realtor critique three master bathroom renovations in Birmingham to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a traditional master bathroom with custom detailed cabinets

  • February 09, 5:00 pm
    Three Designer Great Room Renovations in Tampa

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    Designer Danielle Fennoy and a local realty expert critique three great room renovations in Tampa to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a transitional great room with completely open views. Ne

  • February 09, 5:30 pm
    Three Houseboat Renovations in Sausalito, California

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    Designer Carriann Arkowski and a local Realtor critique three Sausalito, California houseboat renovations to determine which one will get the biggest bang for their buck. First, they check out a nautical steam schooner houseboat with a mova

  • February 11, 2:00 pm
    Three Vacation Rental Renovations in Savannah

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    Designer Jinnie Choi and a local realtor critique three vacation rental renovations in Savannah to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a historic vacation rental with a painted mural. Next, the

  • February 11, 2:30 pm
    Three Row House Kitchen Renovations in Washington DC are Evaluated

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    Row houses are tricky to renovate. They're typically small, narrow, and you're restricted to the space provided between the homes on either side. HGTV design expert Monica Pedersen, along with a local Realtor, are visiting three Washington

  • February 18, 2:00 pm
    Three Transitional Kitchen Renovations in Charleston

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    Designer Shawn Henderson and a local realtor critique three transitional kitchens in Charleston to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a traditional kitchen with a touch faucet. Next, they visi

  • February 24, 2:00 pm
    Three Bathroom Renovations in Portland

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    Designer Monica Pedersen and a local Realtor critique three bathroom renovations in Portland to determine which one will see the biggest bang for your buck. First, they check out a Asian influenced craftsman bathroom with an all tile shower

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About This Show

Granite countertops or a custom, mosaic backsplash? Hardwood floors or stone tiles? We are bombarded with so many beautiful home renovation ideas, not only is it difficult to decide what we want, but it's hard to determine which choices provide the greatest return on investment. Bang For Your Buck has the concrete answers on remodeling value and how to get the most out of any renovation budget. In each episode, three homeowners from the same city renovate the same room of the house with the same budget. After the renovation, experts determine the value of each home, dramatically revealing whose remodeling choices were good investment decisions.

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