Holmes Inspection is a 2009 Canadian home renovation series on HGTV, hosted by general contractor Mike Holmes. It is the third of Holmes' renovation series, following Holmes on Homes and Holmes in New Orleans. The format of the series is similar to those of his previous series Holmes on Homes, where Mike enters a home in need of repair and often finds substandard work. However, unlike Holmes on Homes, whose focus was on substandard work done by fraudulent or poor-quality contractors, the focus of Holmes Inspection is on homeowners who have been victimized solely as a result of poor home inspections.
In the United States, the series debuted on HGTV on Sunday, December 19, 2010.
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Best Episodes of Holmes Inspection
Abated Breath
S1 Ep3
8.8
15th Oct 2009
A home inspector misses a problem with David and San Yee's new house that could put their health in jeopardy.
Heated Issue
S1 Ep10
8.6
3rd Dec 2009
Todd and Duane were scared that their home inspector missed something significant enough to ruin their sparkling new décor.
A Load of Trouble (1)
S1 Ep22
8.4
6th Oct 2010
The Holmes Crew arrive at a house where issues with sloped floors and sticking doors on the second floor are far more serious than reported. After a further series of inspections revealing that portions of the house were caving in or were in danger of doing so, the Holmes crew are forced to gut the house and rebuild it from the ground up. This episode was previously titled
Exhausting the Issue
S1 Ep4
8.4
22nd Oct 2009
Rick and Didi's recently renovated house was actually a flip. While the finished work looked wonderful, it had some serious issues with how it worked.
Looks are Deceiving - Part 2
S2 Ep15
8.4
1st Sep 2011
Sean and Carol have been out of their house for weeks now. Mike’s Holmes Inspection found structural issues, in addition to the many ways their cold, drafty thirty-year-old house had been invaded by pests of all shapes and sizes. Damon and the crew are all on hand to straighten this house out, and make it safe and warm for this small family’s return.
Failing Grade
S2 Ep4
8.4
27th Jan 2011
Debbie’s basement leaks despite the home inspector’s assurance that the grading is neutral. Mike, Damon and the crew will Make It Right-- and watertight.
A Load of Trouble (2)
S1 Ep23
8.3
17th Jul 2010
The Holmes Crew arrive at a house where issues with sloped floors and sticking doors on the second floor are far more serious than reported. After a further series of inspections revealing that portions of the house were caving in or were in danger of doing so, the Holmes crew are forced to gut the house and rebuild it from the ground up.
Looks are Deceiving - Part 1
S2 Ep14
8.3
1st Sep 2011
Sean and Carol met overseas and came home to buy their dream home close to the grandparents. Now that dream has turned into an oversized nightmare. Baby Liam’s room is so cold they call it “the meat locker.” The roof is showing signs of wear and the living room is too cold for comfort. Mike Holmes will do a Holmes Inspection and show them they have even bigger issues than they thought.
Acres of Pain
S1 Ep19
8.3
20th May 2010
The Holmes Crew arrive at a dream house built on three acres that has much more serious safety issues than what was mentioned in the home inspection report.
No More Down and Out
S1 Ep9
8.3
26th Nov 2009
Keith and Caitlin were newlyweds looking to purchase a home free of defects since their resourses were limited. Their home inspector assured them they would have only a few minor cosmetic issues to deal with, but Mike Holmes disagreed....strongly.
Down the Drain
S2 Ep7
8.3
17th Feb 2011
A home with an unreliable geothermal heater.
Holding It In
S1 Ep6
8.3
5th Nov 2009
Kris and Dave's had a hidden cold room that their inspector missed and should never have been closed in. The improper work led to mould in the play area for their children.
A Hole Lot of History - Part 1
S1 Ep11
8.2
10th Dec 2009
Fred and Sara bought a historical home, only to find that "older" doesn't necessarily mean "more solid".
Full of Surprises
S1 Ep8
8.2
19th Nov 2009
Despite a rating of 8 out of 10 from their home inspector, Mike and Tricia discovered a number of "surprises" waiting for them.
Troubled Waters
S1 Ep7
8.2
12th Nov 2009
Kim and Daniel bought their house so that their two little girls could grow up in a safe family home. While they tried to follow the advice of their home inspector, some problems were missed and things went from bad to worse.
Worst Episodes of Holmes Inspection
Heads Up Heating
S1 Ep26
6.5
8th Jul 2010
The Holmes Crew arrive at a home where the family room and two bedrooms are freezing, and the kitchen windows are leaking water
Below Grade
S2 Ep25
6.8
10th Nov 2011
While Jaime and Vishal were house hunting, a family crisis occurred that meant Vishal’s mom needed a place to live too. A home inspector was hired to ensure they’d finally found an affordable home for everyone. As it turns out, he missed a lot of issues that would have made this family more comfortable. Mike Holmes will do a Holmes Inspection and Damon and the crew will bring this house up to Mike’s standards.
Soaked
S1 Ep1
6.9
1st Oct 2009
Shannon, a young first time home buyer, realizes that there are some serious plumbing issues that her home inspector had missed.
Bigger Bungle
S2 Ep24
7.0
3rd Nov 2011
Anna and Terry traded in their starter bungalow for a larger one, with a big front porch and a wild, untended backyard. Now the front porch that attracted them is falling apart and fixing the grading, as the home inspector suggested, went way over budget. Tackling the issues he missed is impossible on the budget they have left. Mike Holmes will do a Holmes Inspection, and Damon and the crew will Make it Right.
Headroom Headache
S1 Ep24
7.2
24th Jun 2010
The Holmes Crew arrive at a home that has problems in the backyard. The home inspector pointed out a few things that needed doing, but downplayed the homeowners' concerns.
Back to the Drawing Board
S1 Ep20
7.3
27th May 2010
The Holmes Crew arrive at a house that was negotiated down in price based on the issues raised in the home inspection report. The homeowners put in thousands of dollars and hours into repairs, but they're now discovering things the home inspector missed.
Pane-full Truth
S2 Ep6
7.3
10th Feb 2011
Dan needs a Holmes Inspection for his townhouse, and is delighted when Mike Holmes, Damon and the crew make his first home a place worth living in.
Stacked Against Us
S2 Ep19
7.3
29th Sep 2011
Reza and Liz bought an eight-year-old house based on a home inspection that seemed to go well. That didn’t last long. Now they have had pipes freeze in the master bathroom, cracks have opened under their son’s bedroom window and water has started leaking into the kitchen below. They need Mike to do a Holmes Inspection, and show them the many issues their inspector missed. Damon and the crew will all have to help on this one.
Pump Up the Heat
S2 Ep8
7.3
24th Feb 2011
Izabela and Waldemar bought a renovated house with faulty geo thermal heating in a bidding war. Mike will do a Holmes Inspection and help Make It Right - and green.
Moisture Madness
S2 Ep17
7.3
15th Sep 2011
Kristen and Grant spent the top of their budget to buy a downtown storefront property that had been beautifully renovated. Happy with the sparkling kitchen and bath, they were blind to signs of trouble. Their home inspection did not help them to see the issues they might have with this unique house in the future. Well the future is here, but luckily so is Mike Holmes. He will do a Holmes Inspection, and Damon and the crew will make this urban space safe and sound.
Attic Dealbreaker
S2 Ep20
7.4
6th Oct 2011
Ross and Lisa foolishly allowed a family friend to do their home inspection for the price of a case of beer. While he told them a few things, he missed more than he saw. Among other things, he skipped that awkward climb into the attic, claiming there would be no deal breakers up there. Mike Holmes is here to prove him wrong. Damon and the crew are on hand to fix all the issues found on Mike’s much more thorough Holmes Inspection.
A Hole Lot of History - Part 2
S1 Ep12
7.4
17th Dec 2009
The work on Fred and Sara's house continues.
Minor Finds, Major Fixes
S2 Ep23
7.4
27th Oct 2011
A woman and her son search for a smaller home.
Steamed
S2 Ep26
7.5
17th Nov 2011
Anca and Paul needed a home that would be large enough for his two sons 11 and 13 and her daughter, 11. Losing out in three bidding wars may have made them a little more desperate to settle for this tired townhouse with a single shower for everyone. Still, the home inspector saw no major issues. Turns out there were a lot of things he didn’t see that has this family steamed. Mike will do a Holmes Inspection and Damon and the crew will Make it Right.
Trouble Overhead
S2 Ep22
7.5
20th Oct 2011
Eiman and Benafsha originally decided to buy a condo downtown in which they could start their lives together as a couple. Then they found this charmingly renovated bungalow for almost the same price. Excited, they agreed to the seller’s condition that they skip the home inspection. Not a good idea. Mike will do a Holmes Inspection and show these two exactly how much more they could have known about what they were getting into. He and the crew will Make it Right?.
Holmes Inspection Episode Guide
Soaked
S1 Ep1
6.9
1st Oct 2009
Shannon, a young first time home buyer, realizes that there are some serious plumbing issues that her home inspector had missed.
Frigid Floor
S1 Ep2
7.6
8th Oct 2009
Homeowners Neil and Michelle discover that their new home has a serious flaw that causes their floor to become freezing cold during winter and more than their fair share of blown electrical circuits.
Abated Breath
S1 Ep3
8.8
15th Oct 2009
A home inspector misses a problem with David and San Yee's new house that could put their health in jeopardy.
Exhausting the Issue
S1 Ep4
8.4
22nd Oct 2009
Rick and Didi's recently renovated house was actually a flip. While the finished work looked wonderful, it had some serious issues with how it worked.
Go with the Flow
S1 Ep5
7.7
29th Oct 2009
Cathy and Tim's new house sparked a romantic flame for them with its dual fireplaces. What their home inspector missed was a possible source of a far more dangerous fire.
Holding It In
S1 Ep6
8.3
5th Nov 2009
Kris and Dave's had a hidden cold room that their inspector missed and should never have been closed in. The improper work led to mould in the play area for their children.
Troubled Waters
S1 Ep7
8.2
12th Nov 2009
Kim and Daniel bought their house so that their two little girls could grow up in a safe family home. While they tried to follow the advice of their home inspector, some problems were missed and things went from bad to worse.
Full of Surprises
S1 Ep8
8.2
19th Nov 2009
Despite a rating of 8 out of 10 from their home inspector, Mike and Tricia discovered a number of "surprises" waiting for them.
No More Down and Out
S1 Ep9
8.3
26th Nov 2009
Keith and Caitlin were newlyweds looking to purchase a home free of defects since their resourses were limited. Their home inspector assured them they would have only a few minor cosmetic issues to deal with, but Mike Holmes disagreed....strongly.
Heated Issue
S1 Ep10
8.6
3rd Dec 2009
Todd and Duane were scared that their home inspector missed something significant enough to ruin their sparkling new décor.
A Hole Lot of History - Part 1
S1 Ep11
8.2
10th Dec 2009
Fred and Sara bought a historical home, only to find that "older" doesn't necessarily mean "more solid".
A Hole Lot of History - Part 2
S1 Ep12
7.4
17th Dec 2009
The work on Fred and Sara's house continues.
Watch Your Step
S1 Ep13
7.9
7th Jan 2010
Eunice and Ryan saved up to buy a home with more space, not more problems. After a thorugh Holmes Inspection and a helping hand from Mike, Damon and te crew, their new house will finally feel like home.
A Century Ago
S1 Ep14
7.8
15th Apr 2010
Jennifer and Paul wanted an older home with character and curb appeal. When the home inspection report came back with only minor repairs, Paul tackled them with enthusiasm. It wasn’t long before they began to suspect that the home inspector had missed some much bigger problems, and called in Mike Holmes for a second opinion. Damon and the crew will put their best efforts into making this home as safe and sound as it looks.
A Stitch in Time
S1 Ep15
8.0
22nd Apr 2010
The Holmes Crew arrive at a house where the home inspector missed signs of obvious neglect that could lead directly to much bigger issues.
No Breathing Room
S1 Ep16
8.1
29th Apr 2010
The Holmes Crew fix a house that was hastily inspected, and find that the house has electrical issues that make it unsafe for the homeowners' children, as well as a roofing problem that causes mould to appear in every wall of the house.
New Beginnings
S1 Ep17
8.0
6th May 2010
The Holmes Crew help a policewoman on disability who downsized to a townhouse that she could afford for herself and her daughter.
Sump-Thing New
S1 Ep18
7.8
13th May 2010
The Holmes Crew help a couple who decided to upgrade to a new house, confident that it would have fewer problems. Once again, the home inspector reported only minor issues, but missed other bigger problems.
Acres of Pain
S1 Ep19
8.3
20th May 2010
The Holmes Crew arrive at a dream house built on three acres that has much more serious safety issues than what was mentioned in the home inspection report.
Back to the Drawing Board
S1 Ep20
7.3
27th May 2010
The Holmes Crew arrive at a house that was negotiated down in price based on the issues raised in the home inspection report. The homeowners put in thousands of dollars and hours into repairs, but they're now discovering things the home inspector missed.
Terminiated
S1 Ep21
7.8
3rd Jun 2010
The Holmes Crew help a family with asbestos wrapped ducts which the home inspector saw, but said that the house was beautifully renovated so there was no need to disturb them. However, the house hides a serious termite infestation that threatens to compromise the home's integrity.
A Load of Trouble (1)
S1 Ep22
8.4
6th Oct 2010
The Holmes Crew arrive at a house where issues with sloped floors and sticking doors on the second floor are far more serious than reported. After a further series of inspections revealing that portions of the house were caving in or were in danger of doing so, the Holmes crew are forced to gut the house and rebuild it from the ground up. This episode was previously titled
A Load of Trouble (2)
S1 Ep23
8.3
17th Jul 2010
The Holmes Crew arrive at a house where issues with sloped floors and sticking doors on the second floor are far more serious than reported. After a further series of inspections revealing that portions of the house were caving in or were in danger of doing so, the Holmes crew are forced to gut the house and rebuild it from the ground up.
Headroom Headache
S1 Ep24
7.2
24th Jun 2010
The Holmes Crew arrive at a home that has problems in the backyard. The home inspector pointed out a few things that needed doing, but downplayed the homeowners' concerns.
Plumb Unlucky
S1 Ep25
8.0
1st Jul 2010
The Holmes Crew help a woman who decided to skip the home inspection. Now she has toilets that don't flush, a shower that takes days to drain, some odd wiring and no heat in the kitchen.
Heads Up Heating
S1 Ep26
6.5
8th Jul 2010
The Holmes Crew arrive at a home where the family room and two bedrooms are freezing, and the kitchen windows are leaking water
