If you’re reading this from Canada, you already know Mike: the contractor who arrives at the scene of botched renovation jobs and works his magic.

So why do I love this guy?

1. He seems to know everything there is to know about construction. We’re talking deep knowledge of every subdomain of home renovation. It’s knowledge (and wisdom) that only comes from years of experience.

2. His mantra is “Make it right [the first time].” Fellow software developers, you know this story, right?

3. The concept for his show is an entrepreneur’s dream:

Take an existing idea: shows about home renovation, which are a dime a dozen.

Make a clever addition: start on a site where the contractors screwed up.

Suddenly, look at this innovative format you’ve got:

a show with conflict (in the dramatic sense only – Mike has a policy of not naming and shaming)

episodic story arcs that are much more engaging

(most importantly) a useful tweak to the format that gives Mike and his crews ample opportunity to relay relevant information about a reno to the audience, without relying on awkward asides.

More information: Check out the Holmes on Homes Website.