Restoring Salem
About The Show
Known for its rich history of seafarers, witch trials and Puritans, Salem, Massachusetts, is also home to some of the most historic houses in America. Mike Becker and Charrissa Vitas are on a mission to completely restore and renovate these neglected diamonds in the rough before putting them back on the market. Every home poses new, unforeseen challenges, but this duo takes pride in repurposing original elements and tracking down era-appropriate pieces to bring new life to old homes while making them functional for modern families.
Episodes
S1 | E1
17th-Century First-Period Renovation
After buying a first-period home sight unseen, restoration and design experts Mike Becker and Charrissa Vitas may have met their match. This neglected and dilapidated relic is straight out of a horror movie with a cramped and narrow layout, low ceilings and hundreds of baby spiders that occupy the web-laden basement. During renovation, they discover hidden gems and unforeseen dangers that include a deadly hidden power line. By creatively repurposing pieces from other parts of the house and tracking down era appropriate finishes, however, Mike and Charrissa restore the home to its original beauty while making it functional for modern homeowners.