Ep 2. The McDowell Job

The show Renovation Realities is back with an exciting new season 15 episode 2 named The McDowell Job, featuring the renovation of a home. The episode is filled with fun, drama, challenges, and excitement as a skilled couple, Andrew and Brittany, embark on the mission of renovating a house to make it their home. The show is packed with informative and entertaining segments of the duo as they tackle the various challenges of a home renovation and show audiences their progress, step by step.

The episode starts by introducing the couple and their recently purchased fixer-upper in McDowell, Kentucky. The home is dated, in need of some modernization, and has a host of functional problems. The first task on their to-do list is to remove the old, worn-out carpet and replace it with hardwood flooring. Andrew and Brittany decide to take on this task themselves and quickly realize the scope of the project as they run into difficulties with the old carpet and the structure of the subfloor.

The next segment features the couple dealing with a mold problem that they discover in the bathroom. They explain how they had to remove all the drywall and insulation and re-frame the entire wall to install new insulation, drywall, and a ventilation fan to prevent the mold problem from coming back. Andrew and Brittany express the difficulty of this task due to the limited workspace, but push through and finish the work in time.

In the following segment, the couple embarks on their most significant project so far - the kitchen renovation. They provide a walkthrough of what they’d like to change in the kitchen, including low-hanging cabinets, outdated countertops, and a cramped kitchen layout. Andrew and Brittany outline their plan for opening up the kitchen by taking down a load-bearing wall in between the dining room and kitchen. This proves to be an enormous challenge for the couple, as they had to consult with a structural engineer, obtain a permit, and follow strict guidelines to ensure the safe demolition of the wall.

However, their plans are thwarted in the next segment after they discover electrical problems in the kitchen. They had to wire the new electrical outlets and connections, but their problem was that the home had outdated wiring and incorrect connections. Despite this, Andrew and Brittany manage to re-wire the faulty electrical system, including the grounding, quickly and efficiently.

The work never ends on the McDowell Job as the couple next faces a flooring dilemma in their living room. They chose a unique style of multi-directional flooring that they now realized might not be the best choice. After some deliberation, they decided to switch to a more classic hardwood flooring and go through the trouble of moving the previous installation to the attic, where it can be reused.

In the final segment, Andrew and Brittany are tasked with the job of painting the entire house. Despite the fatigue of the previous work, the couple perseveres, and in a few brisk brushstrokes manage to give the house a new, modern feel. They also take advantage of the paint job to replace and install new trim throughout the house, which further enhances its look.

The episode ends with the couple giving us a walk-through of the completed house, which features new hardwood flooring, fully renovated kitchen, new electrical and plumbing systems, a fresh paint job, and a modern trim throughout. Andrew and Brittany are pleased with the outcome of the McDowell Job, which provides them with a beautiful home and a great return on investment.

In conclusion, Renovation Realities season 15 episode 2, The McDowell Job, is an exciting and informative episode that takes us through the daunting and rewarding experience of renovating a house. Andrew and Brittany are engaging and charming homeowners that will make you feel like you’re listening to your friends’ home renovation project. This episode is a must-watch for anyone who loves DIYs or is considering renovating their homes.