Mike Holmes has helped hundreds of homeowners over the years, but now the homeowner who needs his help is his son MJ. MJ wants to renovate his tiny bungalow so he and his girlfriend Lisa can have a place of their own to start a family. Of course, MJ’s modest renovation plans are turned upside down by Mike’s ambitious plans.

A Bold Move

MJ's plan for the hot tub are dented by cracks in the foundation. Mike oversees the new walls on the second floor. MJ decides to not tarp the roof, which dampens Mike's mood.

Moving up in the World

Mike and MJ team up to tackle the exterior of the home before illness strikes the crew. With Mike out sick, MJ has to make some critical decisions without his dad.

Decisions, Decisions...

Tensions run high as Mike and MJ engage in a revolving door of disagreements over hardwood flooring, exterior brick, and a lively debate about dishwashers. MJ and Lisa prepare for a romantic weekend getaway. Meanwhile, Mike takes over the job site, with some frustrating consequences for MJ.

Distractions and Disagreements

It’s the finishing stages, but the end is not in sight for MJ, as he runs into financial set backs, tiling troubles with Lisa, and door debates with his dad. As tensions mount, MJ must come to a decision that has repercussions for the completion of his home.

Trouble at the Finish

Emotions are high as MJ delivers his custom table to an unsuspecting friend. Then, after months in the making, it’s all Holmes on deck as everyone pitches in for the final push to complete the house before the big reveal.

Holmes Sweet Home

Mike and MJ decide to go into business together buying and renovating houses; MJ is in for a surprise when he discovers Mike has already purchased their first project, then finds another potential investment 3.5 hours away.

We're In Business

On the St. Lawrence River, MJ and Mike get a good deal on an eyesore full of asbestos, and they are forced to call in a remediation team; back at the country house, Mike and MJ find out they on the hook to replace its entire leaching field.

Water: The Good, the Bad and the Money

Mike and MJ add a partial second story to the country house while dangerous structural issues in the river house force them to take down the roof and second floor walls.

Demo, Digging and Dancing

Facing major structural and water issues at the river house, Mike and MJ decide to take the whole house down so they can build it back up right. This is a major setback, and their profit will take a big hit unless they identify some areas to save. At the country house, they continue to solve the water issues but notice more water on the basement floor during a mechanical walk-through. MJ transforms the two-car garage into a functional and appealing workshop and living space.

What Comes Down Must Go Up

Trusses go up at the river house until MJ learns that the permits for the new build have not yet been approved. Mike goes to the council meeting hoping to hear good news, but it's a waiting game in the meantime. Back at the country house, Mike and MJ welcome their designer BFF Sarah Richardson, who offers some good advice. MJ starts getting pre-wedding jitters as his big day approaches.

Decisions and Delays

The leaching bed is replaced at the country house, and work progresses until Mike and MJ find out an open permit remains on the barn. Back at the river house, Mike decides to hire a designer for the first time, but he has a tough time handing over some control to a new member of the team. And the big day finally arrives when MJ and Lisa get married in a picturesque setting -- as long as the pounding rain holds off.

The Wedding

Mike and MJ are welcomed back to the River House by a river of muck!  The deck posts and windows are installed as the Holmes men rush to get the house closed in before winter. And after looking at, and purchasing, their next property, Mike throws a monkey wrench into their renovation plan -- and budget.

Here We Go Again

Mike’s open concept vision for the Suburban House hits a structural snag. Will MJ be able to rein him in or will the budget take another huge hit? Thankfully the kitchen layout is something they can both can agree on.  A major issue arises for the deck at the Country House.  And over at the River House, the fun doesn’t last for long as Mike throws another curveball at MJ -- one that could have serious repercussions for their business plan.

Game Changer

HGTV Canada Designer Sarah Richardson is back at the Country House with some valuable advice on the design of the master en-suite. Meanwhile, over at the Suburban House, the Holmes men use some cool technology to improve the energy efficiency of the home.  While the push is on to get the interior of the River House completed, there is added pressure for MJ who wants to surprise his dad with the finishing touches.

River House of Dreams

With the interior of the River House complete, it’s time to focus on the other two properties.  Mother nature prevents work at the Country House, so it’s all hands on deck over at the Suburban House.  With the open house fast approaching, Mike, MJ and the crew work feverishly to get the smart home ready.  There’s a lot on the line -- will all their hard work pay off? Will the home’s new value be the amount they’re hoping for?

Smart Suburban Holmes

HGTV Canada Designer Sarah Richardson talks tiles with the boys, and MJ is inspired to make some bold choices for the bathrooms at the Country House.  Will his business partner agree or will it be back to square one?  Inside the Country House, flooring takes center stage as hardwood, tile, and carpet are laid. Over at the River House, fencing and finishes touches are taking place as Mike and MJ prepare to say goodbye to the Thousand Islands -- for now.

A Thousand Goodbyes

The first property bought is the last to be finished. It’s the final Holmes stretch!  Time is money, and there is still a ton of work to be done before they can put the sign up on the lawn and get the house on the market.  Mike and MJ race to complete the landscaping and up the curb appeal for potential buyers, all while finishing the interior to Mike’s exacting standards.  Will the past year be a profitable one?

The Holmes Stretch

Mike is going back to his roots and helping families, along with his kids, Michael and Sherry. At a home they dub The City Barn, they plan to fix the weathered roof and make the property more accessible for a 13-year-old who is battling cancer. When the reno is delayed because of structural issues, the Holmes team begins a second job at The Flood House and uncovers how a little leak turned into a nightmare for the homeowners.

Families Helping Families

Structural issues at their two clients' houses means Mike and Michael must split up and tackle the jobs separately. Michael takes on the roof and other problems at The City Barn, while Mike uncovers unsettling complications when taking down a load-bearing wall at The Flood House. Later, Sherry meets with two apprentices to add to the crew.

Divide and Conquer

The Flood House is close to completion, and the showpiece gas fireplace with a custom mantel brings one of the homeowners to tears; more structural issues arise at The City Barn, creating greater challenges than Mike and the team expected.

Not a Dry Eye in the House

Mike and the team begin a third project and declare it The Toxic Townhouse after a home inspection uncovers terrible toxic elements and a dangerous pipe issue; then, the team makes another disturbing discovery at The City Barn.

Can You Dig It?

Police are called to investigate after Michael makes a startling discovery at The City Barn. Then, Mike reveals all the Toxic Townhouse's issues to its owners, and the family's newest addition is introduced to the crew.

No Bones About It

Mike and the team install a new furnace at The Toxic Townhouse, replacing the decade-old gas fireplace the homeowners were using to heat the home; The City Barn owners are welcomed home with a reveal that takes their breath away.

Bringing the Heat

Mike and the crew start a new home that was left half-finished by a contractor, and they find problems behind the walls; Michael and designer Kimm go shopping for flooring with some furry friends; Sherry and Cali take baby steps getting to work.

Unfinished Business

Mike takes the homeowners through The Half Done House to reveal all of the issues discovered during demolition; Michael and Derek make a sound diffusion board for a music room and prepare to return a healthy home to its owners.

Healthy Holmes

Mike meets a woman who needs help tackling projects that have accumulated since her husband passed away 10 years ago; at The Half Done House, Sherry teaches the apprentices as they frame out a show-stopping fireplace.

A Fresh Start

Mike shocks the owner of The Twice Done House after discovering mold in her attic; the exterior of The Half Done House gets a major facelift, while Sherry and designer Kimm shop for quartz for the bathroom and fireplace.

Sticks and Stones

The Twice Done House's troublesome fence, windows and caulking are done right for the first time, and Michael brings the homeowner over to show her the progress; The Half Done House becomes the Fully Done House and the family is welcomed home.

Wish Come True

Work continues on the Twice Done House as the crew finishes installing the flooring and the kitchen; Mike must take care of a health issue, leaving Sherry and Michael to put finishing touches on the renovation.

Holmes Is Where the Heart Is

Mike Holmes faces uncharted territory when the homeowner who needs his help is none other than his son, Michael Jr. Michael's modest renovation ideas are turned upside down by Mike's ambitious plans to gut his bungalow and add a second story.

Holmes sweet home pt.1

Tensions run high as Mike and Michael Jr. run into a revolving door of disagreements, including the second-floor layout, exterior brick choice and even the necessity of a dishwasher. Then, after months in the making, it's all Holmes on deck to complete the house before the big reveal.

Holmes sweet Home pt. 2

Mike and Michael Jr. take things to the next level as they decide to go into business together. They purchase an outdated, suburban property and face a wonky layout, too many stairs and open-concept headaches.

The Suburban House Part 1

Mike and Michael figure out the open-concept dilemma at the Suburban House and turn their attention outside, where their plans for a spacious new deck come up short. They must quickly find a solution before the fast-approaching open house arrives.

The Suburban House Part 2

Mike finds a potential investment for Michael and himself, but the property is three-and-a-half hours away on St. Lawrence River. Things get even trickier as structural issues accumulate, causing stress levels to rise and the budget to go off the rails.

The River House Part 1

Mike throws Michael a curveball that has major consequences for their business partnership. The rebuild of the River House continues as they battle muck, rain and snow, and after many stressful months, the property is ready to be revealed.

The River House Part 2

Mike and Michael buy a bungalow in the country that sits on five acres with a barn and two-car garage. It also has major water issues, leeching bed woes and a flooring battle that won't be swept under the rug.

The Country House Part 1

Mike and Michael rush to finish the Country House before winter hits, but their schedule and budget are tested when an open permit, left on the barn by previous owners, is discovered.

The Country House Part 2

Armed with the personal credo to “make it right,” professional contractor Mike Holmes and his son, renovation expert Mike Jr., buy and transform rundown properties into dream homes.

All Episodes of Holmes and Holmes

Browse all episodes of Holmes and Holmes

Season 1

A Bold Move

Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 11/10/2016

Moving up in the World

Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 11/17/2016

Decisions, Decisions...

Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 11/24/2016

Distractions and Disagreements

Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 12/1/2016

Trouble at the Finish

Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 12/8/2016

Holmes Sweet Home

Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 12/15/2016