Dream Home Turned Nightmare! | Holmes Inspection 119

Jason and Kim were thrilled to be able to buy their dream house, an unusual design built on three acres, which they have admired for ages. Once they moved in, they began to realize they had much more serious safety issues than were clear in their home inspection report. Mike will use all his skills and experience to do a Holmes Inspection, and Damon and the crew will help to turn this house back into this family’s dream.
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[@tertuetken565]

Never use a home inspector that came recommended by a realtor. A realtor doesn’t want any possibility that the sale won’t go through.

[@capaeo5532]

Thanks! What would be the best way to find a good home inspector?

[@mateofernando5066]

Google. @@capaeo5532

[@SophiaAphrodite]

Or the home owner. ONLY get your own.

[@user-iq9uu9mh7k]

​@@capaeo5532I would ask a reputable general contractor if they could inspect a home for me.

[@Wyomingchippewa]

​@@capaeo5532ever hear of a barndominium

[@samishiikihaku]

If nothing else, all these episodes show us normal people what to look for in our own homes. I love watching them.

[@CalTek]

As much as some contractors hate Mike....I have learned a lot from him that I have used in my own homes as well as when buying new ones.

[@MidgetPunter]

Knowledge is the most powerful thing anyone can own. It's worth it's Wright in gold and it's also a curse. When my family has questions and needs I'm the first and last person they call as its always less expensive to pay me nothing to fix something that will cost them thousands.

[@user-rs8on5pd7d]

That mold inspector was an absolute legend. Probably saved the lives of a few people in that family. Automobile fumes are no joke. For a series that finds negligence that inspectors and craftsmen miss or purposely ignore, its super nice to learn of a golden apple amongst the rotten ones.

[@CalTek]

Was thinking the same thing. Nice to hear that there are people out there in the trades that have knowledge and aren't afraid to speak up and do what is right.

[@mujkocka]

Make you wonder what training and qualifications needed to become a home inspector. One should ask about their experience and qualifications before hiring them i reckon

[@paulsuprono7225]

Wonder whether there's time constraints on filing charges against original builder . . . defects thereof ! 🧐 🇺🇲 🤔

[@aoamchart]

@@mujkocka Nothing. There is basically no training/certification/anything required to become a home inspector. There are trained/experienced inspectors out there, but it's a completely unregulated 'profession'. Many home inspectors don't know anything more than an average buyer. They get some minimal training at best on current code, and that's about it. Further - Even decent home inspectors are ultimately one person. They don't know every trade and will ultimately miss problems.

[@zSyBo]

Ive seen people put garage doors in and just use it as a woodworking shop. That HVAC was still screwed up regardless lol

[@patmcbride9853]

That post in the middle of the garage opening drives me crazy.

[@peterwilson8039]

If the home inspector mentions anything in the report, have a contractor in to do an estimate, before you buy the house. The home inspector will say don’t worry. It’s nothing. The contractor will tell you how much it’s going to cost to fix it. Just like a used car can burn you if you’re not careful, a used house will burn you but it will be much worse.

[@jasonesler2716]

Mike is the MAN!!!!!! I always feel so sorry for the poor people that try to do everything right and get screwed.

[@howtheworldworks89]

Two issues I have are that the pit for the ground water should not have been buried (again) under the pavers. There could have been a heavy removable concrete lid or cast iron grate installed as this shouldn't be a covered access point. Also, the new interior spindles for the railing do not match this type of house. They should have been a more modern type vs the traditional look chosen IMO. These people were really lucky to have this work done by Holmes and the other Crews. Professional work all the way around!

[@detroitbob58]

I sure wish someone would give a professional opinion of the rough cost to do these home remodels. I was a semi professional years ago, and I would guess this house needed at least $140,000 to repair! Probably a lot more since most of Mikes shows are shot in Canada.

[@TLM-Nathan]

Sounds like the mold guy is the unsung hero / VIP in this situation.

[@gregwooldridge8864]

I'm a livestock contractor and was horrified one of my young client passed away from carbon monoxide poisoning in her holiday home . Poor ventilation from gas hot water unit in her bathroom.

[@cabman86]

Mike should go to the parliament and push for revamping the certification process for inspectors.

[@Revkor]

seriously. I don't even blame the previous owner even if they were dumb DIYers the fact the inspector missed the most basic issues

[@twan923]

I believe he did at one point, either his first show series or this one. If not for inspection, but minimum code requirements. Keep in mind these shows are from 2010.

[@Cheepchipsable]

Plenty of certified guys, they just don't care, or perhaps realise codes are there to prevent stupid people from hurting themselves.

[@brianweber4154]

​@Revkor cheap shortcut contractors also or was this diy by a complete amateur????

[@Revkor]

@@brianweber4154 I lean to DIYer but really bad contracter is not out of the question.

[@fatalberti]

32” rail ht scares me. i made our loft rail 42”. extra safety for loft/kids play gathering

[@tammywehner3269]

a true Jem of a person, any country would be proud to have this one amongst it people. Canada, you got a Keeper in this one!!

[@seamripper0000]

What a cool home, so glad they got Mike and his crew to help make it safe!!

[@mark33545]

Man that house is a fire trap, when you see that aluminum mess at the panel, you just know there are shady boxes like that buried in the walls all over the place.

[@hotbam37]

Yeah for real.

[@Symbolizer21]

The problem is, short of gutting the whole house, there isn't much to be done. You can make sure the right materials are used (aluminum rated splices and devices) and possibly try using arc fault breakers. I also think that the panel could have been addressed differently but budgets are always a thing and it is a great job that was done within the limits of the project. With aluminum wiring education is key, the homeowners being aware of it and it's risks in the home will hopefully keep them vigilant of issues and not ignore 'small' electrical problems

[@elrobo3568]

I would like to know if any of these home inspectors are ever taken to court?Mike and company, you are the best!

[@shawnevans3581]

😂 i laughed when he said it was the mold guy NOT THE INSPECTOR 😂

[@annasrosegarden7674]

What I want to know is can/will they sue the negligent inspector AND the realtor for not disclosing the health & safety issues? At least they could recoup some of the cost to correct the issues. God bless Mike Holmes! What a good heart, and an amazing skilled contractor! ❤

[@Joseph-ny5rr]

I don’t think home inspectors are responsible for their report.

[@paulanomoly7977]

Was it sold AS-IS? We don't know. If so, they cannot hold anyone liable.

[@Kingcloudii]

@@Joseph-ny5rr they are, its a legal report, and you can go after the inspectors for anything missed

[@RussellD11]

ALL inspectors have fine print on the bottom that they are not liable for any errors or omissions ... Look close , its there..

[@Kingcloudii]

@@RussellD11 that doesnt make it legally binding

[@stefanfricke674]

what I find hillarious in addition to everything else is that pillar right in the middle of that garage door ;)

[@TheStevedie]

It makes me think the previous owner just wanted a large door to get things in and out. Work on the lawn mower ect. Not necessarily use to store a vehicle in.

[@Cheepchipsable]

@@TheStevedie Maybe, but it was sold as having a garage. Love the way they seem to think merest whiff of CO will kill them all, and the trouble they went to to keep cars away from the door with those big pot plants.

[@snaplash]

8:22 You just don't leave a vehicle running in an attached garage. I open the garage door, start, and drive out within seconds. When backing in, I shut the engine off as soon as I stop.

[@R_A_3000]

Some people let their cars warm up in the winter season. Especially if it snows outside.

[@Scubamike4499]

Right, that's what I say. I don't care how cold it is outside, it is absolute stupidity to run your car with the door closed.

[@wiseandhumble2470]

Folks need to battle nature more, thats whats wrong in this world,everyones so damn lazy, walk your ass out the front door, 100ft to the car, itll be good cardio, especially when you hit some black ice, keeps your equilibrium on point!!😊

[@rhondakennedy819]

I loved the house. The guys did an awesome job as always. I learn a lot from this show. Be kind to each other. Stay safe. Love to all

[@talidu8b]

I always ask myself when watching this show, who pays for all the renovation? Are they getting their money back from the inspector or from the previous owner? In EU that would be the way but it is a very complicated process and takes a lot of time.

[@capaeo5532]

Not sure on this show, but some of the shows, you actually sign the property over to the show in exchange for repairs, then they "allow" you to possess the property for a limited amount of time.

[@wiseandhumble2470]

Lol, nothing in this cruel world is free, im betting these folks got a really good deal on this is why they jumped on it so quick, we seen what evolved from that,anyway they bank probably offered a way bigger loan than they needed thus leaving a good bit for any hidden expenses which everyone has these folks just gave theres to mike, its bitter sweet for the homeowner because they probably planned on putting in a pool or something with it but instead got a rude awaking because of a lousy home inspector and realitor, trust me when i tell you those two are very good freinds, now the local mold company is never invited to the wine and cheese tasting, nope just realitor and inspector...

[@wiseandhumble2470]

(The bank)

[@RollTide24-7]

Have so much RESPECT for Mr. Holmes! Thank the lord this beautiful family got him to come out and fix there home the correct way!

[@blue_jay31]

For sure ! What was the total cost !

[@mordysalem1498]

Their* 🙄

[@RollTide24-7]

@@mordysalem1498 Yea you're right 😆. I'm just a Hillbilly from Red Deer Alberta Canada 😂. I'm just having a good laugh idk why I can't spell correctly 😂 I'm blaming spell check 🤣

[@wiseandhumble2470]

​@@mordysalem1498my previous comment was for you

[@neonjoe6180]

Takes an experienced builder to make an inspector 😮😮😮

[@tonysolar284]

But I've watched 5,000 videos on home inspections, So I've got third hand experience, does that count?

[@ryaj2356]

And unbelievable enough, most to almost all inspectors are not builders, former builders, contractors, no experience, maybe a former realtor more often or not.

[@MH-en9qc]

@@tonysolar284Nope!

[@justanotherguy3850]

With all the damage that had to be repaired, what was the cost? And since the previous home inspector failed to do his job properly, and I assume the prior property owner fail to report issues, was there any legal action?

[@hotpuppy1]

Split foyer and raised ranch houses in my area have the garages under the living space. The garage IS separated from the rest of the lower living space and ducts are covered (no vents) in the garage. I don't see why this house can't have the garage under the living space if the area is walled off, ceiling covered with 5/8 drywall and the ducts enclosed.

[@capaeo5532]

Exactly!

[@DozIT]

Perhaps cost? Might have required re-engineering HVAC to move trunk, would have had to seal the floorboards, ceiling. Would have still needed to heat the garage as there were water lines, etc. The home owners still pay for the repairs shown in this show (something like 20-30% of the cost) - it may have been their choice, or perhaps Mike didn’t want to touch that issue from a potential liability standpoint.

[@ElizabethLucey-zs1ew]

Mike you and your crew are on time and never late your a great person

[@Mike_GA]

The producer always needs to rock the drama queen aspect. Don't understand why the "workshop/garage" didn't have the HVAC ducting reconfigured, new stud walls built up and sheet rocked to modern code. Wouldn't that have resulted in a space for a single vehicle? The pole in the middle of the garage door? As much as Mike loves bringing in engineered headers to take a load, seems easy enough here. Why was the cistern sealed up? Couldn't the mason have built up the cistern height to ground level and a drainage grate installed? This episode...leads in head scratching solutions.

[@hotbam37]

I still can't figure out how that cistern drains what appears to be an uphill slope from what I could see.

[@OTooth506]

As someone who grew up without a father, I’d like to thank Mike for teaching me so much about construction!

[@michaelseavello4612]

Hopefully, they’ll go after the sellers, their agent & the inspector.

[@dongidongi]

During the COVID boom a ton of homes were sold on waived inspections. But given the quality of inspections, it is no different than having an inspection. !

[@MAGAMAN]

My home inspection was worthless. The few things they did find don't compare to the things I found after buying that are all a lot worse. The entire house needs to be rewired. There are damaged joists, the roof is poorly supported. Walls have been removed. The cabinet under the sink was completely rotted out. HVAC was a homeowner special or done by a shifty company and needs to be replaced. I spent all my money trying to get it into a state where we could move in and now we are going room by room and tearing it down to the studs and repairing what needs to be repaired structurally while living in the house. It will be a nice house when I am done, but it will never be worth the amount of money I am putting into it.

[@cindyjohnson5242]

Yep, same happened to my daughter. Horrible!!

[@jefferyG499]

@@MAGAMAN Given your name and profile pic, your opinion is worthless.

[@yvangelist]

Watching those for maybe the 3rd time is great. After so many renos and everything. I feel that I always have to look at the work my contractors do and say: Would you do this at home ? I can tell you have been through some funny / horror times.

[@darrylfant7938]

I always like Holmes I have not seen him for awhile good to see his show again.

[@williamroberts6803]

I so wish I could get this great man to inspect my house and fix my problems. I have so many needs.

[@blue_jay31]

It would be nice to know what the final price was to fix this poor house?

[@shaunolinger964]

@17:15 Now THAT is a neat slow-mo!!! Nice catch, whoever was doing the filming!

[@tvojslauf]

Why wouldn’t you raise the catch basin and install a grate?

[@dalecharbonneau3762]

i live in Georgia now for the last 6 years or more and get 2 seasons of planting and have just over 11 acres and was a 1/4 acre in New Hampshire was on a dead end street but had to plow it myself to get out , in Georgia was 445 the first year then went up each year as we added

[@alk3myst]

They can install a nice car port in front of the double doors to the basement. I know quite a few that did that even though they have a real garage.

[@wendymullock275]

How I would have loved to have Mike and crew come and sort my old house, so many problems with just about everything. I’ve learnt so much from watching Mike. ❤❤❤

[@davidgilbert9822]

Yeah sorry it’s only Ontario that gets his services.

[@kc8ueu]

Yeah, me too. I wish Mike would start a school for building inspectors and we all had money to do it right the first time!

[@Nctbgs]

As long as you have a boat load of cash I’m sure he will. But you will literally need a TON of money .

[@ronbennett7885]

These episodes are from 2010 or even earlier. A lot has changed since then. Sadly, Mike Holmes is involved in litigation over shoddy-built homes, including some that were condemned and torn down. Worse part is he's seemingly not helping the homeowners address the problems. Can't believe it's the same guy. Miss the old Mike Holmes. At least one can relive it viewing these reruns.

[@maryphelps7381]

Beautiful to look at . Perhaps architects could expand their abilities to include affects of Weather & Products .Builders as well .

[@ncooty]

@41:14: Mike always talks about surge protectors in terms of lightning, but they're really more like water hammer arrestors for electricity. If a large load slams off, it absorbs the shock at the panel instead of transmitting it through other circuits. Sure, theyre useful if your house gets hit by lightning and has insufficient grounding, but that's not the most likely scenario.

[@johnnyzhu6729]

Can’t wait to see this guy to do a home inspection.

[@JayYoung-ro3vu]

I have a aection of town where many of the houses have garages underneath them. The platt is hilly, so it made sense on the 1920-30s. Many of these basement garages are enclosed or inoperative because of failing retaining walls or vehicle sizes.

[@JeffDeWitt]

I love this show and Mike and his team did a great job as always, but I was sorry to see them remove the boards inside the house and put regular siding on the outside. I know the house was a lot better physically after they were done, but I liked the way it looked before much more.

[@ronbennett7885]

For speed and economy. It's a tradeoff. Mike Holmes and crew are home builders first not preservationists. That's evident in many of these episodes. The one with the kitchen center stone range was especially disappointing with how bland it turned out. Even the homeowners appeared disappointed. Probably likewise in this episode with the finishes and taking out the garage door.

[@peteryeung111]

Professional home inspectors should be strictly licensed, and be liable for what they write on paper for major structural issues.

[@thomasparks8484]

Great job Well Done guys❤❤

[@annanimity8697]

...AMAZING!...LOVE THIS SHOW!

[@lynne2774]

In the UK and other countries home inspectors should be regulated and hold professional qualifications and hold insurance against missing vital costly issues. Perhaps a client could pay for an insurance policy against a defective report and then insurance companies wouldn't cover bad inspectors. Any claim above say £1,000 or £5,000 ( whatever is agreed by law to be reasonable) if the result of an inadequate inspection would be paid from the inspectors insurance. We should also have an independant ombudsmans service that all building contactors are required by law to join and have a bond to cover bad work. A licence to run a contracting business from the local building standards department ( code department) that could be withdrawn if the work isn't to code should be a basic consumer protection. People who break the law by doing work that isn't to code should be at risk of being jailed if taken to court. At the moment they risk almost nothing and carry on devastating peoples lives and financial security.

[@Cheepchipsable]

There is only so much you can determine externally without destructive inspections. You might notice Mike inspects a lot of stuff by poking holes in the walls. They need to make permits cheaper and faster to encourage people to do the work properly.

[@tuniabjc9659]

I actually wonder what he'd say if he could see how bad my house is. I'm in the US though. but there is so much wrong with this place and yet I paid too much for this older wooden house that was basically thrown together and has coiled wall heaters set in clapboard /particle board walls with paneling in the living room but the ceilings falling in and the trusses in the attics caving in or ruined because of rain and poor ventilation over the years, none of this was caught or caused for concern by the inspectors we had from the realtor for the sellers.

[@Cheepchipsable]

I wouldn't trust a realtor supplied tradesman. If the house is older it might have met the standards of the day - and things break down over time.

[@cindyjohnson5242]

😢

[@wiseandhumble2470]

You are entitled by law to have an inspector of your choosing,buyer that is....A reputable licensed inspector or 10, dosent matter, unfortunately this is a very kept secret in the real estate game for the very reason we just watched, houses would never sell or sell way under asking price if this was out more but anyway, me personally if im making probably the biggest purchase in my lifetime im going to do whatever i possibly can to make that the smartest purchase ever, even if it adds another 2500$, thats peanuts compared to a potential 75,000$ remodel/ repair bill after i made that big purchase, its awful knowing people work an entire lifetime to have these sorta things and leeches are right there to sack as much as they can for themselves, any given time one realtor under a big realty name can have 10 to 15 listings and they make sometimes 8 to 15% of the sale, 100,000 house thats 10k to the realitor, all they gotta do is look good, talk smooth and pitch the house, little to no real hard work is involved, folks gotta start being more independent and quit needing someone for everything based on choices and save alot!!!

[@dennishowland7495]

What a great job they do boy they really really take things and make them so much better. Did you such a great job and a fantastic I love watching you guys.

[@downundertruckerusa4733]

Another amazing ingredient job

[@TheWabbit]

The sad thing is my sister bought a house ( USA ) and had an independent inspector come in, she sent me the list and i went and visited her, first thing I said was get a plumber to put a new hot water tank in, not only was it old, it had a 35' run of exhaust to the chimney and it had no incline to it, just to the ceiling then 30 ft riding the ceiling to the chimney. I told her that would kill her. First thing the plumber said was the water heater wouldve killed you ( to my sister ) i am not in the trades but knew that was wrong.

[@makmar4484]

Yes the garage should have separate heating but it still wont take the fumes through out the house as there is no cold air returns in the garage

[@chrisyost5949]

That is not enough cover in Florida. That overhang will not stop the sideways/driving rain we get.

[@user-sl2wr2rg8c]

Maintaining a house that big on a day to day bases is a full time job in itself

[@javaskull88]

What an absolute nightmare of a house. That “inspector “ should lose whatever license he has.

[@frankmitchell9851]

Mike know his stuff. And is the beat at what he does.

[@nancygrissett6280]

Best show on KZbin

[@kamra99a]

What this video really shows best is why houses should be made in factories using proven designs. All the problems which might exist in a manufactured house can be designed out before mass production occurs. If you build your own house and then allow an inspector to second guess the builder, you will end up building and paying for the house twice. The second time it will be paid for one small, expensive detail at a time.

[@rodgraff1782]

Looks like a lot of work was done without permits and inspections.

[@rmakids]

I hope they thought of where to add an attached garage

[@NathanShaw-sv9xe]

I am working HVAC in Montana on new homes. These new homes have high efficiency furnaces in unconditional attics, with heat tape on condensate lines and the heat tape is inaccessible. These were built with flex duct too. All the retired baby boomers are buying these homes. "Hayden Homes".

[@saablazer1658]

23:17 Holmes rolling up in a Funkmaster Flex 😂

[@Madraus]

That was a good Episode!!

[@Troy-McClure81]

If i had a dollar for everytime a customer told me the had the house inspected 😕.Ive seen it all ,love to know how this house is holding up after all these years

[@Beretta96Dan]

I have never seen an electrical panel mounted horizontal! I just retired from my electrical business , and this is the first!

[@JeffDeWitt]

I've seen it several times on this show, maybe it's a Canadian thing.

[@Helladamnleet]

I like when they eliminate the point of standing seam by putting polar blocks on. Should have used snow bar

[@MH-en9qc]

I could get behind legislation passed to make building inspectors liable for willful negligence. If passed would definitely weed out those: 1) who don’t know basic codes, 2) get a kickback for ‘passing’ a house for the realtor, 3) are just not qualified. There should be a monetary penalty and in some cases jail time. I think along with a lien search, a home inspection should be mandatory.

[@jeanclaudevandam4974]

That garage looked nice. I would of used it for a nice workshop.

[@sandgroper1970]

I just wonder how did it pass code when originally built, or was it just passed from plans and never inspected…

[@donaldgarrison4313]

Great save Mike

[@littlehuey5679]

If you look at the layout of the supposed garage you can see that you really can’t park a car in there first off you have a 6X6 support post right in the middle of the door outside! I did the same thing in my house years ago to make a small cabinet shop and more then likely that what theses people did before they decided to sell ! That’s a fault of Mike Holmes is the exaggeration of things !!!

[@jhonsiders6077]

Aluminum wire would be a deal breaker for a house Or any other building ! Remember the Beverly hill supper club fire in Kentucky ???

[@deawallach3404]

I'd love to have the original blueprints pulled from city hall or wherever they are to see if the garage was originally in the plans. It might not have been and that is why it does not meet code.

[@user-od8ki6tt1j]

I do love these shows. Wish there were equivalent for UK homes. Mr Holmes should provide a list of all the contractors they use. I know, people out there like me, will be calling these companies up to get a damn good job done.

[@martinminar1949]

Its great to have a house up to the code. All you need is $. As a professional doind this kind of work, youre looking at $200-$400k. 99% of people simply dont have the money.

[@nyernga]

Beautiful house

[@kevinjacobsen5689]

what I am interested in knowing does the homeowners have to pay for the repairs that Mike requires to make it RIGHT or does the show itself cover all or most of the expense because some of these shows the fixes probably almost cost as much as the home did?

[@1965KareBear]

I had Kinetico water system in my house in CA and dream of having it on my farm here in OK.

[@whitexeno]

Now thats what I call a "Let me speak to the manager"

[@iketheranter9126]

No under layment under the metal roof??

[@andygollings4649]

Got to love TV funded restorations ............

[@jimhendrix7776]

Lol cracks me up how they make a huge deal about an open garage when it's easily corrected 😆!!! The huge problem with home inspectors is... realtors and home inspectors build a relationship that relies on one and other... meaning, if the inspectors continuously writes up reports that persuade potential buyers from buying which mean money outta the realtors pockets which in turn mean no references for the home inspector... so they point things out to make potential buyer think it's not serious and easily corrected... plus they're not Carpenters, meaning they often have ZERO certification in ANY skilled trade.... meaning they'll miss a ton of shit

[@_Lazare]

Beautiful

[@michaeltetzner5847]

The issue of the garage is way overblown....It may be against code, but still, as long as you don't run your car's engine in the garage,its not a problem.

[@timmytim1954]

Q. The work you do is fantastic. May I respectfully ask, " Who pays for it "?

[@CalTek]

Hard to say as this is an older episode but a Google search reveals: "Some contractors hired on the show have even donated time, materials, and labor to help homeowners in need. The remainder of the work is funded by the TV production company, but in some cases, Mike Holmes personally contributes funds towards the repairs." Also noted that "For some projects, the homeowner is also responsible for contributing to the job financially."

[@ve4edj]

The contractors themselves volunteer a lot of labour, materials are covered by the advertising on the show.

[@bstory3196]

I would be not happy losing a garage. they should have cut off the ac ducts

[@toomanyjstoomanyrs1705]

This show is based in Canada. I wonder if many of these homes featured were bought during the height of the USA housing boon before 2008.

[@ronbennett7885]

Firstly, this episode is from 2010. 14 years ago. Home inspection is still a slipshod business with little regulation in both the U.S. and Canada. I'd wager the water filter system is DOA and the basement converted back to a garage.

[@dawnmuringer9286]

With all these damages like this ,in the making and sharing these inspections of different owners, does the homeowner agree sign a contract and agree to pay for all these fixes..seems this episode had to exceed thousands and thousands $$_

[@Natural-Causes]

My question is are these inspectors exposed so eventually someone doesn’t die due to their incompetence?

[@cabman86]

They could always turn the garage into a wood shop.

[@zhombyland1159]

Not a good idea. Sawdust would get into the air vents and it's highly flammable, and I think potentially explosive. In one of their netflix shows they redid a school carpentry (and other) shops and the amount of special stuff they had to install to deal with the wood dust was pretty crazy. Also, wood tends to have mold and other stuff on it (if natural) and it would add pollutants to the air. And if they wanted to stain or treat the wood, you would have all of the off-gassing from the stains. Wood shops are definitely best away from residential spaces.

[@Cheepchipsable]

@@zhombyland1159 Depends how much work someone is doing. I doubt a home hobbyist would have much trouble but if you were trying to run a fully fledged workshop, that's a bit different.

[@rayRay-pw6gz]

Or buy two EV’s.

[@robre6840]

i get the CO in open garage situation but when you start the car truck whatever gonna have the garage door open gonna let majority of gas out not like your gonna be idling with the garage door closed

[@Faruk651]

Yes but someone could forget the car idling, or kids can press the autostart on remote. Too risky.

[@cliffthompson2996]

Damn good SHOW

[@av2697]

If this is an issue, how does a Barndominium pass inspections and are even allowed to be certified to be built? They tend to be the same situation...

[@timothymcguirk4633]

Amazing that’s all

[@einarquay]

First thing I’d check out is whether the builders took out a permit. If not, hurrah, Titles insurance.

[@skeeterdouglas6124]

Props to the to the mold guy. Did the home inspectors job better than he did.

[@melindaapril3880]

So I’m confused about home inspection in Canada. You buy a home and before you do that you pay for a home inspection. Mike Holmes comes in and shows you what’s wrong with it and then things are repaired right. So is the inspector who inspects it before buying responsible for the repairs or the people who bought the house?

[@redneckbryon]

That garage under the house is legal, as long as it’s sealed so no carbon monoxide can leak into the rest of the house, like any other garage would be sealed. Also as long as it’s not being heated by the same forced air furnace, that’s heating the rest of the house, but if you are using hot water heat, you can use the same boiler. I’m surprised Mike didn’t point that out, they did so much extra work with landscaping that wasn’t necessary on this project, they could have just sealed the garage.

[@marklast6474]

You would be allowed to use a MEWP as a crane in the uk!