Holmes On Homes Season 1 Episode 5 Cold Comfort
- April 19, 2003
In season 1 episode 5 of Holmes On Homes, titled "Cold Comfort," homeowner Sue-Lynn is feeling the effects of a major renovation gone wrong. She hired a contractor to add an addition to her home, but the work was not up to code and left her with several issues, including mold and a lack of proper insulation.
Mike Holmes arrives to assess the situation and immediately notices a slew of problems. The addition was not built on a proper foundation, causing it to settle and shift over time. This led to large gaps in the walls and floors, allowing cold air to seep in and causing the home's heating bills to skyrocket.
In addition to the foundation issues, Holmes discovers that the electrical work in the addition was also not up to code, posing a serious safety hazard. The wiring was improperly installed and had overloaded a circuit, causing several of the outlets in the home to not work.
Holmes sets out to correct all of these issues and make the home safe and comfortable once again. He tears out the existing addition and lays a proper foundation, ensuring that the new addition will not shift or settle. He also replaces all of the electrical wiring and fixtures, bringing them up to code and ensuring that the home is safe from potential fires.
To address the insulation issues, Holmes adds a layer of spray foam insulation to the walls and floor, sealing up all of the gaps and preventing cold air from entering the home. This will not only make the home more comfortable, but it will also reduce the homeowner's heating bills.
Throughout the episode, Holmes emphasizes the importance of doing things the right way and following code. He stresses that shortcuts may save time and money in the short term, but they will ultimately lead to bigger problems down the road.
In the end, Sue-Lynn is thrilled with the transformation of her home. She now has a safe, warm, and comfortable space that she can enjoy for years to come. Holmes leaves the home with the confidence that he has made a positive impact on the life of another homeowner.
