Ep 2. Save Me From the Wrecking Ball!

In season 2 episode 2 of The Deed: Chicago, titled Save Me From the Wrecking Ball!, real estate mogul Sean Conlon is faced with a challenging flip in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. The property in question is a 120-year-old brick building that was once a grocery store and a home. Now, it has been neglected and abandoned for years, and is deemed a hazard by the City of Chicago. The owners are a young couple who inherited the property from a family member, but have no idea how to fix it up or sell it for a profit.

Sean meets with the owners and sees the potential in the property, but realizes that it will be a daunting task to bring it up to code. The building is infested with rats, has water damage, a leaking roof, and a collapsed ceiling. Sean offers the couple his own money to buy the property outright, but they decline and ask him to help them fix it up instead.

Sean agrees to take on the project, but warns the couple that it will be a huge undertaking. He brings in his team of contractors and architects to assess the damage and come up with a plan to fix it up. They determine that the building needs a complete gut renovation, including new plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems, as well as a new roof and windows.

Sean and his team begin the renovation process, but run into several obstacles along the way. They discover that the building is not up to code in many areas, and they must work closely with the city to get the necessary permits and inspections. They also encounter unexpected expenses, such as having to demolish the entire back of the building due to safety concerns.

As the renovation progresses, Sean becomes more and more invested in the project. He sees the potential in the building and wants to save it from being demolished by the city. He also develops a close bond with the couple, who begin to see him as more than just their business partner.

As the deadline for completion approaches, Sean and his team work tirelessly to finish the project on time and within budget. They encounter a few last-minute setbacks, but ultimately are able to turn the property into a beautiful and functional space that exceeds the couple's expectations.

In the end, Sean is able to save the building from being torn down by the city, and the couple is able to sell it for a profit. They are grateful for Sean's help and guidance throughout the renovation process, and look forward to working with him on future projects.

Overall, Save Me From the Wrecking Ball! showcases the challenges and rewards of renovating an old and neglected property. Sean's expertise and determination, along with his team's hard work, ultimately pays off in a successful flip that saves a historic building from demolition.