Building Roots

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  • 2022
  • 2 Seasons
  • 7.7  (75)

Building Roots is a home renovation series that premiered on HGTV in 2022. The show follows husband and wife duo Ben and Cristi Dozier as they work together to renovate and flip houses in the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas. Ben and Cristi met while attending Texas A&M University and married soon after graduating. They both had careers in the corporate world but eventually decided to leave their office jobs behind and start their own home renovation business together. Building Roots chronicles their journey as they transform outdated properties into beautiful, modern homes to sell for a profit.

With Cristi's keen eye for design and Ben's contracting skills, this couple makes an excellent team. Cristi has a talent for seeing a home's potential and coming up with gorgeous concepts to reimagine the space. She has bold and creative ideas for everything from open floor plans to high-end finishes. Ben brings the plans to life, overseeing all aspects of the construction process. He does much of the hands-on work himself in addition to managing subcontractors.

In each episode, Ben and Cristi take on a new fixer-upper project in their hometown of Fort Worth. They tour rundown properties on the market and make offers on homes with good bones but lots of problems, like bad layouts and dated decor. After purchasing a house, they get right to work demoing and updating both the exterior and interior. Cristi incorporates her design magic like shiplap walls and farmhouse accents while Ben tackles important structural changes. Together they transform dark, cramped houses into light-filled contemporary homes for modern families.

Some of the fixes viewers see across the first season include opening up floor plans, removing walls, expanding kitchens, adding bathrooms, refinishing hardwood floors, painting cabinets, replacing fixtures and finishes. The couple often incorporates recycled materials and budget-friendly DIY projects alongside higher end upgrades. Each episode showcases the reveal of the home after weeks of intense renovations. Thanks to Ben and Cristi's shared vision, the transformations are truly remarkable.

While juggling the demands of parenthood and flipping houses, this busy couple also finds time to give back to their community. Some of the homes they take on are donated to them by people who need help, like an elderly widow downsizing. Ben and Cristi fix up these houses and sell them, donating a portion of the profits to a local charity.

Building Roots highlights not just Ben and Cristi's talent for home renovations but also their strong marriage and family life. The two have an obvious affection for one another and make a great team. Their three young sons even love lending a hand at job sites! Viewers get to witness this family chasing their dreams together as they steadily grow their business.

With its focus on breathtaking home transformations, meaningful community impact, and unbreakable family bonds, Building Roots emerged as a fan favorite on HGTV. Ben and Cristi's charm and craftsmanship make them a captivating duo to follow on their home renovation adventures. Building Roots manages to be entertaining, uplifting and aspirational all at once.

Building Roots is a series that ran for 2 seasons (19 episodes) between April 10, 2022 and on HGTV

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Out With the Old, In With the Old World
8. Out With the Old, In With the Old World
December 5, 2023
Design masterminds Ben and Cristi Dozier take on boundary-pushing projects as they turn basic Colorado homes into one-of-a-kind spaces. Their passion for doing the impossible drives them to help clients plant roots and discover what it means to be home.
Pink Is Not in Their Vocabulary
7. Pink Is Not in Their Vocabulary
November 28, 2023
Design masterminds Ben and Cristi Dozier take on boundary-pushing projects as they turn basic Colorado homes into one-of-a-kind spaces. Their passion for doing the impossible drives them to help clients plant roots and discover what it means to be home.
Build It and They Will Gather
6. Build It and They Will Gather
November 21, 2023
A couple's quaint farmhouse is the perfect size but becomes quite cramped when extended family gets together. Ben and Cristi transform the barn on their property into an extension of their home, complete with a breathtaking fire feature.
Vaulted Hips Don't Lie
5. Vaulted Hips Don't Lie
November 14, 2023
Design masterminds Ben and Cristi Dozier take on boundary-pushing projects as they turn basic Colorado homes into one-of-a-kind spaces. Their passion for doing the impossible drives them to help clients plant roots and discover what it means to be home.
Building on Shaky Ground
4. Building on Shaky Ground
November 7, 2023
A couple wants to update a home they inherited from his stepfather, with plans to make it their permanent residence. But when Ben and Cristi uncover countless structural issues, this discovery threatens to consume the couple's entire budget.
Islands in the Lodge
3. Islands in the Lodge
October 1, 2023
Two siblings love their Colorado legacy home, but the structure and decor is the same as when it was purchased 35 years ago by their late parents. Now, Ben and Cristi transform the property into a mountain lodge suited for their large family gatherings.
A River View Runs Through It
2. A River View Runs Through It
September 24, 2023
A Nashville couple's home has been puzzled together with random additions through the years, resulting in a senseless flow. Ben and Cristi take the pieces of the home apart and put them back together, highlighting the property's stunning river views.
Dome Sweet Dome
1. Dome Sweet Dome
September 17, 2023
A couple's unique, circular home boasts 360-degree windows with wraparound mountain views. But the property lacks function and style. Ben and Cristi take on a challenge they've never faced before transforming a dome into a home.
From the Roots Up, The Doziers
101. From the Roots Up, The Doziers
October 6, 2023
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Dozier Home Tour
102. Dozier Home Tour
October 6, 2023
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Smoot House Tour
103. Smoot House Tour
October 6, 2023
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Where to Watch Building Roots
Building Roots is available for streaming on the HGTV website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Building Roots on demand at Max, Discovery+, Amazon Prime, Philo, Amazon, Vudu, Sling, Google Play, Apple TV and Pluto TV.
  • Premiere Date
    April 10, 2022
  • IMDB Rating
    7.7  (75)