Ep 1. What Lies Beneath
- October 19, 2015
In the fourth season premiere of Rescue My Renovation, titled "What Lies Beneath", the show's host John DeSilvia takes on a home renovation project that presents some unexpected challenges. The owners of the home, a couple named Julie and John, had already begun renovating their basement when they ran into some serious issues with the foundation.
Initially, the couple had planned to simply finish their basement by adding a new bathroom, a home gym, and a space for their kids to play. However, once they began tearing down drywall and digging into the cement floor, they discovered that the foundation was crumbling in several places. This put the entire project on hold and left them feeling frustrated and overwhelmed.
That's where John DeSilvia and his team of experts come in. Their job is to assess the damage and figure out how to make the necessary repairs while still keeping the homeowners' renovation dreams on track. In this particular episode, John takes a closer look at the foundation and realizes that the problem is much worse than anyone initially thought. Not only is the concrete crumbling, but there are also some serious issues with moisture and mold.
John decides that the only way to fix the problem is to take out the entire basement floor and start from scratch. This involves bringing in heavy equipment to break up the cement and dig down to the footings. It's an incredibly daunting task, but John is confident that he and his team can handle it.
Once the old foundation is removed, the team gets to work on building a new one. They pour new concrete and make sure that it is properly reinforced to hold the weight of the house. They also install a new drainage system to prevent any future moisture issues.
Despite the setbacks and unexpected challenges, John and his team are able to get the job done and give the homeowners the basement of their dreams. Not only do they add the bathroom and home gym that the owners wanted, but they also make room for a home theater and a play area for the kids.
Throughout the episode, John offers valuable renovation tips and insights that viewers can apply to their own home improvement projects. He emphasizes the importance of properly assessing any potential problems before starting a renovation and taking the time to do things right. He also stresses the importance of hiring experienced professionals and not cutting corners when it comes to important structural elements like the foundation.
Overall, "What Lies Beneath" is an exciting and informative episode of Rescue My Renovation that showcases the incredible talent and dedication of John DeSilvia and his team. Despite the unexpected challenges they faced, they were able to turn a damaged and unsafe basement into a beautiful and functional space for the homeowners to enjoy for years to come.
