Home Inspector Missed WHAT? Odd Odors in our House! | Holmes Inspection 212

When Deb and Scott relocated from Boston, it was Scott who picked this newer town house before Deb and baby Liam came here to join him. The home inspector told him it was a well-kept town home with very few issues. Once they moved in, Deb immediately noticed a bad smell emanating from the guest bathroom, and avoided using it. Now they are noticing that the laundry closet stinks as well. This young couple is wondering what else their home inspector might have missed. They need the expertise of Mike Holmes to tell them for sure, and the help of Damon and the crew, to give this house a clean slate.
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[@Runco990]

I love Holmes on Homes. We HAVE the materials, we HAVE the knowledge.... what we don't have, is people that give a damn about their work these days. I also remember tile baths in Europe that lasted for decades! Imagine an all tiled, deep walk in BATHTUB! They KNEW how to do things right, with worse materials. Today? Throw it together and run. I have watched this show for years.... and applied all this knowledge to my own house. I purposely bought an older house, and it has (had) less problems, mostly 37 years of wear and tear.

[@Iamthathillbilly]

Theres a lot of guys and girls out there who can and will do good work, that care and want to do it right. Sadly most of them get exploited and abused by cheap employers and customers until they either no longer care, or leave the industry entirely

[@Runco990]

@@Iamthathillbilly That is exactly why I am self employed.

[@MM-tw6cm]

so actually- I DON"T think it is a matter of having people that don't care- I believe it runs higher to CORPORATIONS who say get it done, get out and move on to the next one- those people who care are squashed and eventually have the air evacuated from their lungs so they finally give in to corporate "standards"

[@karlmckinnell2635]

😂 until Mike backed a bunch of crap homes like the ones he made his reputation on.

[@Amoth_oth_ras_shash]

only recently stumbled over this channel/dude/group and yep , despite not being a carpenter or such just by following material instructions and common sense i could do better then 99% of the stuff seen in the states , honestly most of it looks like its just a money drain of endless patch work to stop it from falling apart like , roof material that looks like a small sneeze blow it away , wall construction that just bleed heat or is ticking time bombs of mold and is just waiting to fall apart as there is no real timber , or real beams , just playwood and slap dash crap everywhere not even worth the cash asked for the houses in material costs a empty yard price and importing a 'construction kit' from europe be better :/ at least the ones i seen of holmes it looks like a fragment of people still want to build professional , so it last and respects materials

[@thundermite1241]

Front load washers need to be left open if not being used frontloaders will stink if you close it cause of the water and even condencation buildup will form mold & or mildew which can lead to bad smells

[@Cheepchipsable]

Yes, there is always a small amount of water left inside. Running a cycle with just detergent or vinegar in the softener tray occasionally will help keep it clean.

[@TabaquiJackal906]

Which is why i got rid of mine. Hated that damn thing.

[@yosefmacgruber1920]

@@TabaquiJackal906 But now you have to have a front-load washer, because due to the water conservation nonsense of the so-called "environmentalists", the top-loaders do not get your clothes clean anymore, I think I read something about that in _Consumer Reports._ Also, if they can make a dishwasher that is also a dish-dryer, then why can't they make washing machines that then dry your clothes without having to remove them to another machine? Or would such a machine have problems and not last very long?

[@TabaquiJackal906]

@@yosefmacgruber1920........water conservation isn't 'nonsense'. I have a new top-load washer (front loader died) - it gets my clothes clean just fine, thanks. Get a grip. An all in one machine would be cool.

[@MrWolfSnack]

It will also stink if it cant properly pump the water out, it will backflow and sit in the drum because of a plumbing problem.

[@nigelhunt4165]

What about the deck and the outside window issues being under the code for normal?

[@ChristianWagner888]

Waterproofing a tiled shower on top of a wooden floor requires good materials and professional workmanship. It certainly should not have failed within less than 5 years. I wonder, what is the design life span of the new waterproofing system? In Europe we are used to tiled bathrooms lasting 30 to 50 years.

[@blue_jay31]

For sure, in Canada they are framed in wood ! Not good !

[@JR-lb4ng]

It shows that the Builder was more concerned about timeline and costs than doing the job correctly. It is absolutely scary to think that just about every new home built in the last 30+ years, the builder and contractors and subcontractors all care about quantity and not quality. Gone are the days of true craftsmanship and a pride in doing the job right the first time, truly sad. Mike and his crew show exactly how it should be done and luckily there are few who get to benefit from their help. I wish he could see the mess I bought. Bad roof, water in the crawl space, bad interior walls, awful exterior grading and it goes on and on

[@randomrazr]

all the other homes built by the builder prob the same. sad with modern technology that you would think homes today would be better and more reliable as ever but people still cut corners

[@Timothy-NH]

I was looking at a cabling job, making sure they put my conduits in the right places before the backfill the floor and pour concrete. While there, I was talking to the plumber about the propress vs. sweating, and the life of the propress fittings. I learned from him that in construction, stuff is all figured for a 50 year cycle.

[@Cheepchipsable]

@@JR-lb4ng Builders were just as dodgy as far back as you like. Don't forget we are seeing the worst of the worst here.

[@Maxiimko1989]

What a lucky couple to have Holmes working on their home❤❤❤

[@sethnmarshall]

He is only like this on TV. The homes he actually builds are worse than cardboard boxes.

[@susanmcconnell6041]

ALWAYS trust this guy and his recommendations!! I learn so much!! As a 71 year old farm lady, having to work on my old house by myself, these guys show me best practices to implement! Thanks guys!!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@KC-603]

That shower was stunning, love the glass! So happy the smell is gone too! Enjoy your home!! Mike, you and your crew rocks!!

[@susandunlop50]

Homes as Damon address You, along with your Superior Staff of caring employees along with the Wonderful Supporting Group,s are all such caring, professional folks and do not hesitate to bring their concerns to to or Damon. You direct and teach both Son and Daughter in many different areas ensuring almost daily lessons. The extremes that all of you go for that extra step, leap or bound to Help every one who needs, support, help and leaving them feeling such a huge financial and emotional stress is wonderful. God Bless You All. If ever feeling bored, us two old unhealthy wife and husband would just love to see you at our front door. Please Take Care, and keep congratulating all the trades helping everyone out.

[@chipbrice8029]

the world needs moore people in buildind trades like MIKE HOMES WHO BELIVE IN DOING THINGS RIGHT AND ABOVE CODE

[@josiatokirina1788]

Thank You for sharing this excellent Full Episode! A five year new home with all those destructive issues. Where are the inspectors to keep contractors work in check?!

[@STScott-qo4pw]

Spending their bribes.

[@steveanderson4768]

As soon as I saw that upstairs shower and thought if they put in a mud pan instead of a Schluter shower system, which is what they replaced it with soon as they pulled out the first chunk of that mud and it was all water standing underneath there, I knew where the stink was coming frombut the builder should’ve caught the dryer vent and stuff like that

[@flowerstone]

My wife would say that kitchens designed by men don’t incorporate the cleaning aspect. Tiles with grout or uneven surfaces is a big no-no. Smooth and easy to clean is the way to go. 😊

[@GoatzombieBubba]

Kitchen tile is glass so it is smooth and easy to clean.

[@Runco990]

I'm a man and do all my own cooking. I regularly HOSE down my kitchen with pasta sauce. 🤣 No really, I have granite tile and it's easy to keep clean with a sponge IF you do it more than once a decade! I'd hate to live in an "Apple" house. (all smooth and white) I'll keep my granite, thank you. 😁 Pro tip: Kaboom foam cleaner is amazing and not just for bathrooms! 👍

[@Scubamike4499]

When we renovated our bath I asked if she wanted a tiled shower. She said she wanted an acrylic unit. I asked why? She said way easier to clean

[@TabaquiJackal906]

@@GoatzombieBubbaBut not if the grout is uneven, rough, or dips. Then it's a giant pain.

[@johnnyseely8473]

Front lode wash machines have problem with smelling. Usually after a year of use.

[@Scubamike4499]

You have to clean behind the inside gasket. You get wet hair and stale water

[@kellismith4329]

Most people use wayyy toooo much additives (soap,softener etc) and it builds up gookus inside the tubs - they used to use a washer with 20 gallons of water per fill and now they use 1 gallon but the same amount of soap

[@serpentelevate9119]

Well in Germany almost everybody uses them. And i never have hat a problem.

[@Cheepchipsable]

I've had mine 10 years and no problem. I leave the door and tray open after the wash and do an empty wash with detergent or some vinegar in the softener tray occasionally. I also give the gasket a wipe every now and then, depending on the build up there.

[@williamtarpley4025]

Also washing machine cleaners are available Tide and other companies

[@GoatzombieBubba]

40:15 if this is in the USA the warranty void if removed sticker would be illegal according to the FTC.

[@ParanoidMarvinMk2]

In general, yes. This show is old enough that I think it may predate the equivalent law in Canada. Second, the point of that sticker is more for permits and liability for shoddy work. If there is an inspection, and that sticker is intact, than the contractor is responsible for the work inside. If the sticker is broken, the contractor has grounds to say it wasn't their work that had a problem. I.e. you still might be able to get the contractor's warranty to stick if the sticker is broken, but they don't have a leg to stand on denying it if the sticker is intact. The sticker is often placed as part of the final inspection.

[@kellismith4329]

That dryer needs to have the door swing reversed so they both open the same way

[@TownGirl04]

❤️ Love the tile in the bathroom shower 🚿

[@larrygwinn6649]

We had washer that did the same thing, it smelled so bad that we had to replace it. The manufacturer blamed on us.

[@americarocks1776]

Given the danger of silica, I'm shocked that people are working without masks and observing the work without masks.

[@richonlybyname68]

Thumbs, thumbs, thumbs.....i feel like i need to go hitchhike, somewhere....😂 Great job as always....👍💪

[@Skilful_basics8]

That gas line behind the stove looks like cst gas line which is made out of stainless steel. It’s not going to lose to floor tile

[@annashepard6337]

What about the rear deck and submerged window sill?

[@neilprice513]

Seriously who puts a floor air conditioning register in a bathroom? You would think the common sense way to do it would be a low wall register (1/2 a foot off the floor)

[@tarma43]

Its a heat (and maybe air conditioning) register... and as hot air rises/ cold sinks on the floor is the most "energy efficient" and is the norm where I live (here in the west coast USA)... ceiling (in attic) heat registers are cheaper to install but it doesn't work/flow as well.... I have a feeling wall registers are not done anymore do to the expense and extra air flow diversions.. but I'm not a heating contractor.

[@kingdommanlegacyministries7769]

OK...lets start off some comments here...1st, all front loading washer machines Really need to stay open when not in use, however, the closet doors will prevent this from happening. 2nd, I'm gonna guess that there's a break in the exhaust venting systems OR that that there is a dead animal that's made it's way into the venting.

[@bethcorey6022]

I. Have front loaders and mine stink, and I whipe them out after laundry is done, tub clean once a month and leave doors open when not in use❤

[@yosefmacgruber1920]

@@bethcorey6022 Don't you have to wipe out the bottom of the gasket around the door?

[@MrWolfSnack]

You are just as clueless as a home inspector. It's a backflow problem, the washer isn't able to pump the water out so it is sitting in the drain line and drum.

[@bloxyman22]

@@ohjeh7388 Even if it does not smell that trapped moisture will damage the washer over time.

[@THETICK36]

dont buy front load washers.... sry, they look nice and seem like a good idea, but you have to manually drain the water out of them because the normal cycle will not pump ALL of the water out. the one that my parents got has a little panel at the bottom left with a hose that you have to open and then let the remaining water drain.

[@tacojohnhg8181]

Dang, I'd be pissed about them taking my microwave. They said it has to be 30 inches above, but that's only true if it's a cabinet/wood. An over the range microwave is DESIGNED to be there, they can be much lower. In the US it's only like 13 inches, though that's pretty low...I can't imagine Canada is THAT different since their building style is very similar to our's

[@MonkeyJedi99]

Does the code read different when the microwave is over gas versus electric? - edit: also, I have never been a big fan of reaching over a stove to use the microwave, but that's a matter of personal preference.

[@scottrabinow2773]

@@MonkeyJedi99If I recall correctly, in another episode of one of the Holmes shows, that was addressed, and apparently there is a different clearance requirement between gas and electric stoves.

[@sheilasantiago3715]

Mike didn't talk to him about the deck

[@joycebrown1567]

Maybe he did, but not on camera or it could have been edited out due to time limits.

[@antagonizerr]

Have none of these folks ever owned a front loading washer before? Not a single one completely drains water and because, unlike top loaders, they're made to seal tight, any water inside doesn't evap and becomes stagnant. The rule of thumb is to always leave the door cracked after use. This is basic knowledge.

[@gerdberg4188]

You talked about needing solid pipe and then put flex duct for the exterior wall vent !

[@MonkeyJedi99]

I watch a few home inspectors. If you ever hire a home inspector and they don't have at LEAST: a thermal camera, ladder, moisture meter, torpedo level - you don't have a home inspector. If you hire a home inspector who won't go in your basement/crawlspace and attack, and up to the roof, you're wasting your money.

[@PitboyHarmony1]

i hope the homeowner had a hand in choosing that red paint. If I walked in, and saw that colour on there, I would be very, very unhappy and would instantly be planning a colour repaint. The fact that they used such a dark, bright red, means a minimum of a kilz coat then at least 2 to 3 top coats of a quality paint to make it go away. That said ... smile for the camera "oh what a gorgeous colour Mike, thanksomuch". Plus ... now wheres her microwave?

[@MarshWaha]

Same question I have what the heck happened to the microwave? Here I thought they were just gonna move the cabinet up and move the exhaust up and put the microwave back.

[@maartengaat8718]

What I known from old episode, yes they choose the color

[@HorseInTheHospital]

When this episode was taped 20ish years ago that was a trendy look and accent walls were very popular

[@joesmith-wk2dm]

I bet the issue with the washing machine was an extremely clogged drain pump filter. Had a similar issue with a front loader. Horrendous smell, standing water in the wash drum, and poor drainage out of the drain hose. The drain filter access is usually under the kick plate on the front of the washing machine at the bottom. Take it off, unscrew the filter, and prepare to be disgusted (both sight and smell). Clean the filter or replace if needed. After putting it all back together, you can buy washing machine cleaning tablets. Run a cleaning cycle (or 2) with those in and the nasty smell should be gone

[@ljclo8413]

Good episode.

[@robertbunch7421]

I like how he didn't tell the guy that there was 1 issue with the deck he built.

[@Timothy-NH]

Did I miss how the issue with the windows below the deck height? Or did they just not show how they fixed that?

[@kingdommanlegacyministries7769]

Who DOES that...run an exhaust but 'forget' to run it out the house ???!!!

[@Revkor]

they didn't forget the brick people forgot it was there

[@Amoth_oth_ras_shash]

this is why you used to have that the middle aged and young of a 'handy' profession worked on building etc and the elder took the ''go inspect with their expertise'' be i for potential jobb's of customer/other villager/town citizen request whats needed for x in one form or another around most of europe

[@vanadrian5408]

My brunet home inspector missed a ton, rotted flooring, electrical issues, hvac issues. Costed him over $30000. There was no way he should have missed it. But he was referred by the reality place. Go figure.

[@josiatokirina1788]

There should never be a heat register in the floor of a bathroom or kitchen or anywhere water can run on the floor! DUH!

[@TwstedTV]

We need more of this show. Mike Holmes needs to come out of retirement and keep doing this show. He has a good 40 years left. I keep binge watching this show. 🥰👍

[@HorseInTheHospital]

40 years left? He’s 60 right now … I mean sure he could live to be 100 but do you think he will be renovating homes at 80, 90 years old LOL

[@TwstedTV]

@@HorseInTheHospital I didn't know he was 60. He looks more like 45. And when he gets older he doesn't have to do the actual manual labor, he can just be foreman telling people what he wants done like he does now. 🤓👍

[@HorseInTheHospital]

@@TwstedTV these episodes were taped almost 20 years ago 😅

[@travelingdude33914]

Popcorn ceilings 🤢🤮🤢. I will never understand why they install heating vents in the bathroom floors

[@sammyd7370]

Can't believe the owners bought the home with water spots on the ceiling and the smell. Their as much to blame as the inspector.

[@CatsSleepyHollow]

Wish there was another MH show we Americans watch too without having high dollar cable they sadly dont offer where I live.

[@paulsanderson3997]

Check sparky with the hair dye

[@boristhebarbarian]

What happened to the cracked grout and to the back deck? Did it get ripped out and lowered? Or was the whole song and dance about water ingress at the basement windows for naught?

[@CjMorris33]

Did they not fix the deck

[@JamesTrigg]

I was wondering about that

[@boristhebarbarian]

I am a new recent viewer to this channel and have not picked up on a lot of things yet but I have a question; are Damon Bennet and Sherry Holmes a couple? They seem a lot friendlier then any of the other crew. It does not seem like a typical overseer-employee relation.

[@heyboo4764]

What really stinks is the nightmare of buying a Holmes approved home in Terrace Woods. Construction so bad its cheaper to demolish than repair. Holmes financed the homes and he continues to get paid even when home is demolished.

[@Revkor]

note wasn't the Holmes team. you partnered up with another guy you got to be sure they are good. the houses as design were probably great but from what I here mid contruction the partner swtiched build teams (likely because the new guys were cheaper) and they did a shit job. Mike only made 2 mistakes. One partnering with this other group and not immediately jumping on it to make it right for PR purposes at mnimum. Mike is still human and this was a mistake. that is why even older mike the mike of this show stresses inspection. from all I heard none of the owners forked over the cash to have a mike Inspector double check the work

[@bigbandguru]

Our children moved cross country. Inspections showed lots of poor construction in $600K homes. So they rented condo. Buildings are as big a problem as buying stocks. You never know….

[@IzzaMeanCat]

What about the deck and the window??

[@randomrazr]

man these houses are built so close together. one fire will take out a few houses with it

[@force311999]

they are town houses the downstairs is continues with firewalls

[@RoryK]

Left the deck the way it was I assume?

[@meredithwhidden8712]

For everything as simple as driving a car, hair care and nails, to college degrees for engineering, realtors, and doctors, people need licenses and continuing education to keep their skills up-to-date . Where is the school, what are the classes and requirements, licenses for home inspection ??

[@sethnmarshall]

A real inspector does keep a license and are usually former contractors. They are licensed and bonded.

[@karensmutny6090]

I have watched hundreds of your shows, & hope that the ""Original Home Inspector"" is made or sued to pay for the expensive repairs of His or Her Faulty Reports !!!!!!

[@richardbosson774]

Can home buyers sue the home inspector for all the things he missed

[@mikeanderson4795]

Toronto ?

[@karlmckinnell2635]

Hey, do those sh*t homes that Mike backed 😂.

[@kenya1422]

forgot the deck widow?

[@aliasfred]

It's moldy behind the door seal.

[@mojoro23]

I will never own a front loading washer again, once was enough, they all stink!

[@michaelniese5842]

four minutes in and from my viewing thank goodness i will never interact with the caustic homeowner

[@marcelwildeboer]

Tip from a painter with over 25 years of experience: Always roll from top to bottom because the paint points upwards and dust sticks to it more easily.

[@CjMorris33]

Why is there a tub diverter in a stand up shower lol

[@Runco990]

You noticed that too! Maybe for foot washing? I never saw anything like that.

[@ronaldhudson169]

You might use it to fill buckets for floor mopping? @@Runco990

[@CjMorris33]

@@Runco990 might be a UK thing

[@tomclaypoole170]

Easy way to fill mop buckets

[@thundermite1241]

Some people call them toe testers so you can run the water until its hot then when its warm enough switch it other reasons ive heard is to wash your feet only

[@jerrydlaughrin2880]

I don’t really know just how old or just win. This video was filmed where this house was done whichever but when it comes to washing machines, especially uprights or front loads I have a huge front load and the instruction book on mine says leave the door open when not in use, that way, the machine is out and you don’t end up with that musty odor buildup, moldy smell inside that will transfer your clothes when you wash them and the same thing was said also for my dryer. My dryer was the front load it said leave the door open when you’re not in use as well, that way, the machine will air out and all the moisture will air out that way you don’t end up that musty odor smell and mold and so forth inside the machine that’s what the instruction said on mine were bought back in 2017 Kenmore they’re still running strong today no issues but anyway that’s just my take on washing machine and dryers and what my instruction book said on them leave the doors open when not in use do not leave clothes in them towels in them after they’ve been washed because if they sit in there too long wet, they’ll mold and you can never get that stuff out of your washing machine that smell according to my instructions so don’t leave them in there too long that’s what I understand from what I’ve read in my instructions and my instruction manual and keep your lint trap clean in both machines that’s a must.

[@MrWolfSnack]

This is from 2009.

[@DanielSlaughter-vi5hy]

I leave my top load washer open so it dries between loads. It's good practice for all washers.

[@mattbuckman2324]

I have a bathroom falling apart

[@clarrawood6596]

Gees this is Canada I'm wondering about America

[@force311999]

heat registers in the bathroom floors are the stupidest thing I ever seen hope they never overflow a toilet

[@cherylkurucz8852]

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[@binks2413]

Hired a professional cleaning company??? Why not do it yourself

[@aarontesterman3854]

Wants a place for dogs and son to play and run. Proceeds to walks dog and push 4 year old in stroller.

[@stuartfarrell6729]

no like button wtf

[@scotttrainer9704]

You should take a look at Holmes Homes that have been falling apart. If it says Holmes, run, he's peddling junk.

[@Scubamike4499]

Did they seriously say that replacing a washer is easier than cleaning it?

[@kellismith4329]

Those ones will be close to worn out anyway I recognize the vintage

[@force311999]

@@kellismith4329they only last 5 years and are junk especially samsung

[@jaystevens3548]

Mold resistant caulking is only resistant if you do not use anything organic to smooth the caulking. NEVER USE YOUR FINGER WITH MOUTH LIQUID, That is inviting mold to grow. Use the silicone spreaders supplied in the kit. NEVER LICK YOUR FINGER AND SMOOTH IT OUT. !!!

[@angiethundercloud1663]

Again it’s not the inspectors fault don’t you have a nose and eyes to smell and see mold?