Holmes Makes It Right

S2 | E1

House Sandwich

Nel and Tom have been living in their home for nearly 10 years without any issues but after two big custom homes are built on either side the problems start flooding in. Water is pouring into their basement and they don't know how to stop it. The homeowners are ready to blame the builders that built their neighbors' homes. But after taking a closer look, Mike notices that their 60-year-old house and property are in desperate need of some TLC. What starts as a simple foundation repair turns into damage control when Mike and his team uncover an electrical nightmare.

S2 | E2

Below Board

Mel and Lisa bought their house 3 years ago, which at the time was only 5 years old. A jack of most trades, Mel did the home inspection himself and concluded the house just needed a fresh coat of paint. But the truth starts to seep through after a heavy storm and they discover that their exterior walls have turned to mush. The Holmes team has its hands full when they start to peel back the layers are shocked by what they find, a problem that threatens an entire neighborhood!

S2 | E3

5 Years Old

Mike Holmes brings his team to show a family with a problematic house and an MIA contractor that building beyond the minimum leads to maximum results.

S2 | E4

Broken Record

Mike and his team come to the rescue of Sheila and Val, a couple scammed out of their money, their kitchen and their trust by a notorious contracting criminal who would occasionally do one good job to lure other unsuspecting clients. When Mike gets a closer look at the criminal's rap sheet he discovers he's still wanted by the law! It's a tough lesson and cautionary tale about how one good reference doesn't make a good contractor and how one good deed deserves another -- in classic Holmes style.

S2 | E5

Hoofed Roof: A Botched Barn Roof Threatens The Life of a Group of Rescued Horses

A barn with a botched roof is home to a group of rescued horses but the recently shingled roof starts to fall apart leaving dangerous nails on the ground the horses could step on. Mike arrives onsite with his team ready to install a new roof but discovers that every part of the barn needs work and without the needed repairs the horses could be sent to pasture. Mike and his crew renovate the stable from top to bottom, adding improvements like a water supply that doesn't freeze in the winter and a new flooring treatment that is also hoof-friendly.

S2 | E6

High Water: A Calgary Home Nearly Destroyed by Floods Gets Completely Repaired

In the aftermath of the worst flood in Alberta's history, Mike Holmes travels to the town of High River to help one family pick up the pieces of their flood-damaged home. But what he discovers he never expected. As Mike takes a tour of the area ravaged by the flood he realizes that most of the homes need to be completely torn down and rebuilt. But when Mike and a team of volunteers start working on John and Gillian's home, they are all surprised by what they find: their home can be saved thanks to the mold-resistant products used in its construction.

S2 | E7

A Tear in the Fabric

Mike and his team discover a hole in the waterproof membrane of a woman's rooftop deck. Unfortunately, it's just the tip of the iceberg, and the crew has to peel back a number of layers to make the job right.

S2 | E8

Here In Spirit: A Homeowner Tragically Dies Weeks After Working Up In Her Attic

Kelly and Cara thought they'd found the perfect home with enough space for their son, Ben. The home inspector mentioned there was mold in the attic, and being a natural Ms. Fix-it, Cara figured she could do the work herself. After living in the home for a year, Cara decided it was finally time to deal with the problem. Two days later she started having trouble breathing and after two weeks she passed away due to mold in her lungs. Mike Holmes steps in to investigate the attic and to finish the work that Cara started, making this home safe for Kelly and Ben.

S2 | E9

Five Alarm Chili - Part 1: After Her Home Is Set On Fire, Chili Fears She'll Never Be Safe Again

After an arsonist sets fire to her house, Chili is stuck between a rock and a hard place when her insurance company pressures her to choose one of their preferred contractors. The alarm bells are ringing when the contractor's solution is to paint over all the soot and damage, ignoring all of Chili's concerns. Feeling that the insurance company is not working in her best interest, she sticks to her guns and does not sign the authorization form that would allow the contractor to work on her home, and as a result the job is left at a complete standstill. Chili contacts Mike for help and he's determined to make it right.

S2 | E10

Five Alarm Chili - Part 2

Mike visits the Fire and Emergency Services Training Institute to fully understand what a young woman went through when her home was destroyed by an arsonist.

S2 | E11

Lawn and Order

Mike steps in to help a couple finish a deck project that was much bigger and more problematic than anticipated.

S2 | E12

Great Wall of Crap: A Retaining Wall Faces Complete Failure When a Contractor Doesn't Measure Up

The retaining wall on Elaine and Bert's property was starting to fail when a contractor working next door offers to help. As the work gets underway, it quickly becomes clear that the construction isn't up to par and finally an engineer confirms what they already suspect: their wall is the worst job they have ever seen. Their contractor completely gives up and literally picks up his tools and goes home. Mike Holmes takes over the job and shows exactly what can go wrong when you don't do the homework that leads you to the right professional.

S2 | E13

Flood Suckers

Mike does double duty as he restores both a family's flood-damaged home and the fond memories of their grandfather's love and true craftsmanship.

S2 | E14

Another Story - Part 1

Mike and his team offer a family a way out after uncovering exactly what was done to home's second-story addition and what it will take to salvage it.

S2 | E15

Another Story - Part 2: Mike And His Team Are Called In To One Of The Worst Jobs He's Ever Had To Fix

Jill and Mel hired a contractor who promised a second-story addition in 10 weeks for $125,000. Unfortunately they had to learn the hard way that a professional-looking contract doesn't equal professional work and when you don't spot the red flags, you get burned. Mike is called in but the news isn't good. This is one of the worst houses he has ever worked on. Not only is the addition completely unsafe but their entire home has also been compromised and it's going to take a lot to make it right. After sinking $170,000 into their renovation it's decision time for Jill and Mel.

S2 | E16

Investment Gate: A Couple Is Conned Out Of $300,000 And They Are Left With a Destroyed Basement

Janice and George are offered a percentage of their contractor friend's business for $300,000, with $100,000 going towards renovations on their home. They take the opportunity but realize something is seriously wrong after weeks of shoddy work and a few red flags. Eventually, they discover that they are one of over 40 families that have fallen victim to an elaborate $15 million fraud. Their basement is destroyed, their savings are gone and their family's future hangs in the balance. Mike and his team are called in to make it right and help restore their trust and self-esteem.

S2 | E17

To Mike, From Aggie: A woman Tracks Mike Down and Asks Him to Help Fix Her Daughter-in-Law's Home

Pam is a nurse who works countless hours at a brain injury center. When her family breaks apart she quickly finds a small home for herself and her kids. But as soon as they move in the problems start piling up. Everything from the sump pump and the venting to the kitchen and the yard needs fixing, but she's too busy supporting her family to do it herself. Her mother-in-law Aggie is so desperate to help she tracks down Mike Holmes, writes him a letter and delivers it straight to his mailbox. Mike agrees to do whatever he can to help and puts his son, Mike Holmes Jr. in charge of making it right for Pam.

S2 | E18

Walk the Planks: A Second-Story Deck is an Accident Waiting to Happen

Benny and Queenie bought a 9-year-old home for their growing family. Their home inspector said the second-story deck had some moisture but it was nothing to worry about -- all it needed was a fresh coat of paint. As soon as Benny begins working on the first piece of trim, the deck starts to fall apart. After receiving quotes between $35,000 and $50,000 to repair the damage they contact Mike Holmes to help save their home and their life savings. Mike and his team start taking it apart and discover that the builder did not build it to code. The structure is compromised with rotted wood and could collapse at any moment. Mike is beside himself and shows what happens when homes are built for looks and not for safety.