The WORST episodes of Property Brothers

Every episode of Property Brothers ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Property Brothers!

Twin brothers Jonathan and Drew Scott aim to help couples find fixer-uppers and transform them into dream homes. The brothers use state-of-the-art imagery programs to unveil their plans for how the properties will look after the transformation. But the potential home buyers have to take a risk to make the twins' vision come true, and it's up to Jonathan and Drew to convince the couples that purchasing an older home in need of work is the best option.

Last Updated: 12/15/2024Network: HGTVStatus: Ended
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5.67
3 votes

#1 - Nancy & Rhonda

Season 5 - Episode 12 - Aired 8/7/2013

Nancy and Rhonda have been dating for five years and finally it's time to shack up! They're both eager to move away from cramped city living into a serene and stylish home, but the power couple needs tons of space to make it work. The Property Brothers come to the rescue helping them find a budget-friendly dream home that can be renovated on time.With a budget that doesn't match the couple's expectations, Drew and Jonathan struggle to sell the potential of a fixer-upper. The demolition is all fun and games until Jonathan reveals some hidden problems that could catapult the budget to new and impossible heights. His problems increase when the couple constantly drops by unannounced to inspect his work and make unhelpful purchases for the house. To get everything finished on time and get them out of his way, Jonathan concocts a ploy to gain their confidence. If it works he can work in peace. If not, they will continue to snoop and drive him up the walls!

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star
6.25
4 votes

#2 - Veronica & Andrew

Season 5 - Episode 13 - Aired 9/12/2013

Veronica and Andrew have had it with their cramped condo. With Veronica's maternity leave coming to an end, the clock is ticking to find the perfect turnkey home in which to raise their young family. But it's never that easy! The Property Brothers come to the rescue helping them find a budget-friendly dream home that can be renovated on time.With a budget that doesn't match the couple's expectations, Drew and Jonathan struggle to sell the potential of a fixer-upper. From the second the couple decides between two huge renovation projects, multiple disasters conspire to max out the budget and set the schedule back. Jonathan scrambles to reconfigure his designs but Andrew, happily oblivious to the details, continues to demand a top-of-the-line barbecue! Forced to live through the renovation, Veronica struggles with the pressure, and Jonathan is pushed to work miracles that even he doesn't think he can manage.

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star
6.29
14 votes

#3 - Bachelorette Pad [Amber]

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 3/27/2012

Fresh out of a six-year relationship, Amber is determined to move on and buy a new house. The Property Brothers come to the rescue and help her find a budget-friendly dream home that can be renovated on time. With a budget that doesn't match her expectations, Drew and Jonathan struggle to sell the potential of a fixer-upper. She finally decides between two big renovation projects but with tough negotiations it takes over a month to close the deal. And Jonathan has just four weeks to complete the job. Then the curve balls came fast and furious: Amber wants upgrades that force Jonathan to transform his design; the plumbing is completely rusted out; and the foundation is weak so construction has to be stopped. The budget takes some major hits and Amber sees her dreams slipping away. Jonathan steps up to save a damsel in distress!

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star
6.67
18 votes

#4 - Downtown Dream Home [Steph & Micah]

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/13/2012

Happily married for three years, Steph and Micah are ready to buy their first house but can't find anything that meets their needs. The Property Brothers come to the rescue and help the couple find a budget-friendly dream home that can be renovated on time. With a budget that doesn't match the couple's expectations, Drew and Jonathan struggle to sell the potential of a fixer-upper. The couple finally decides between two big renovation projects, and Jonathan only has four weeks to complete the job. But the project instantly becomes a homeowner's nightmare. The electrical needs to be completely rewired. The demolition takes forever. And the kicker: the plumbing is a total disaster and has to be replaced. With his budget and timeline shot, Jonathan is forced to re-envision his entire plan to save the day!

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6.75
12 votes

#5 - Fit for a Family [Sophie & Preston]

Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 4/17/2012

Tired of renting and in need of more space for their fabulous parties, Sophie, Preston, and their five-year-old son Finn, are desperate to buy a new house. The Property Brothers come to the rescue and help them find a budget-friendly dream home that can be renovated on time. With a budget that doesn't match their expectations, Drew and Jonathan struggle to sell the potential of a fixer-upper. The couple finally decides between two huge renovation projects, but Jonathan has to complete the job in just over five weeks. With the house costing a bit more than expected, the couple is forced to scale back their plans. And when the demolition hits a major flooring issue and pumps up unexpected costs, tensions run high.

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star
6.81
16 votes

#6 - High-End Home [Rob & Jessica]

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 4/3/2012

Forced to live with their parents, Jessica, Rob, and their fiercely independent 5-year old daughter, Coco, are desperate to buy a new house. The Property Brothers come to the rescue and help her find a budget-friendly dream home that can be renovated on time. With a budget that doesn't match their expectations, Drew and Jonathan struggle to sell the potential of a fixer-upper. The couple finally decides between two huge renovation projects, but Jonathan has to complete the job in just over five weeks. Constant snags turn the project into a full-on sprint from the start. The bathroom sub-floor is completely rotted and Jonathan fears structural delays will kill the budget. A sneaky HVAC system stands in the way of his bedroom design, and issues with the kitchen floor threaten the timeline. The couple gets seriously agitated but Rob still makes an eleventh hour demand to upgrade all the kitchen appliances. Jonathan laces up and madly dashes to complete the job on time and on budget.

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star
6.86
21 votes

#7 - Space for a Crowd [Kate & Cole]

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/6/2012

Forced to live and work out of a cramped rental with their beloved dogs and cat, Kate and Cole decide it's finally time to buy their first house. The Property Brothers come to the rescue and help the couple find a budget-friendly dream home that can be renovated on time. With a budget that doesn't match the couple's expectations, Drew and Jonathan struggle to sell the potential of a fixer-upper. The couple finally decides between two big renovation projects, and Jonathan only has four weeks to complete the job. But they instantly fall behind schedule when the demolition takes far longer than expected. The couple presses for add-ons that puts pressure on Jonathan to make miracles happen. With all the material and design changes flying at him, Jonathan has serious concerns that he won't be able to come in on time or under budget.

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star
6.93
29 votes

#8 - Courtney & Luke

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/11/2012

Cramped in a tiny condo with newborn twins and a two-year-old daughter, Luke and Courtney are desperate to buy a new house. The Property Brothers come to the rescue and help them find a budget-friendly dream home that can be renovated on time. With a budget that doesn't match the couple's expectations, Drew and Jonathan struggle to sell the potential of a fixer-upper. The couple finally decides between two huge renovation projects, and Jonathan only has six weeks to complete the job. But the home inspection reveals foundation problems that blast the budget, and knocking down the walls proves to be more difficult than originally planned. Juggling kids and renovations quickly whips the couple into stressed-out zombies. Then Jonathan hits a snag when a centrepiece counter won't fit through the front door. With only a few days before Luke, Courtney, and little ones, become homeless, he has to act fast!

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star
7.00
1 votes

#9 - Crista & Sumit

Season 5 - Episode 11 - Aired 8/7/2013

Crista and Sumit have reached their limit and want to flee from their cramped townhouse. With four dogs and plans to have kids, it's time to settle into a large free-flowing home with all the modern fixings. But it's never that easy! The Property Brothers come to the rescue helping them find a budget-friendly dream home that can be renovated on time. With a budget that doesn't match the couple's expectations, Drew and Jonathan struggle to sell the potential of a fixer-upper. The couple almost instantly regrets their decision when a string of unexpected surprises hurt the budget and threaten the timeline. But it doesn't stop Crista from insisting on a long list of new upgrades that she must have. And she grows increasingly cranky when the couple is forced to move into the construction site. Jonathan thinks he has it all under control when an 11th hour snag threatens everything!

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star
7.00
25 votes

#10 - Matt & Krysten

Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/13/2012

Matt and Krysten are trading in their condo for a large modern house where they can put down roots. Matt won't leave their pricy neighborhood, while Krysten would like to roam a little further and buy a little cheaper. But they agree on the essentials: open-concept, lots of character, and a fireplace. The Property Brothers come to the rescue helping them find a budget-friendly dream home that can be renovated on time. With a budget that doesn't match the couple's expectations, Drew and Jonathan struggle to sell the potential of a fixer-upper. And Drew must break out his mediation skills when Matt and Krysten get into a serious disagreement. But then trouble really strikes: an early shortcut leads to many unwanted discoveries, threatening the completion date. Krysten also gets some unexpected news that has the couple second-guessing their purchase. As Jonathan navigates these obstacles, Matt wants to celebrate with a budget-blowing present. Facing one issue after another, the couple's move-in date could hit a brick wall!

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Nadine & Greg
star
7.00
20 votes

#11 - Nadine & Greg

Season 6 - Episode 12 - Aired 8/20/2014

With busy careers, three kids and another one on the way, Nadine and Greg have a hectic schedule. They've outgrown their current nest and their top priority is to move to a more spacious property closer to their loved ones.

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star
7.00
6 votes

#12 - Extended Family Fun [Cori & Suroosh]

Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 4/24/2012

With two young boys and a huge extended family that loves to socialize, Cori and Suroosh are desperate to buy a new house. The Property Brothers come to the rescue and help them find a budget-friendly dream home that can be renovated on time. With a budget that doesn't match her expectations, Drew and Jonathan struggle to sell the potential of a fixer-upper. The couple finally decides between two massive renovation projects but with four other offers on the table, Drew has to work his magic to seal the deal. Then it's over to Jonathan, who has only five weeks to compete the job. Immediately, the couple throws a wrench in Jonathan's design plan with non-negotiable add-ons leaving him with a dwindling budget and tight timeline.

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star
7.00
28 votes

#13 - Renovation Therapy

Season 13 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/2/2019

A couple with two kids is desperate to move out of his bachelor pad and into a spacious family home; after a lowball offer shuts them out of a negotiation on a stately property, their house hunt takes a surprising turn.

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Aven & Philip
star
7.05
20 votes

#14 - Aven & Philip

Season 6 - Episode 11 - Aired 7/23/2014

Engaged and taking on a host of major challenges, Aven and Phillip are ready to put down roots after recently relocating to his hometown.

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Beatriz & Brandon
star
7.05
19 votes

#15 - Beatriz & Brandon

Season 6 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/29/2014

With busy careers and an active lifestyle, Beatriz and Brandon have outgrown their cramped condo. But they're ready to give up on their frustrating house hunt, too. Because after nine months and a series of unsuccessful offers, they just can't seem to seal the deal. Drew and Jonathan are confident they can turn things around.

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star
7.06
16 votes

#16 - Rose & Giancarlo

Season 4 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/28/2013

After selling their condo, Rose, Giancarlo, and their daughters are camped out in her parents' tiny basement. They want a spacious, one-storey house with a gourmet kitchen close to good schools. The Property Brothers come to the rescue helping them find a budget-friendly dream home that can be renovated on time. Once they buy into the plan, Rose and Giancarlo start second-guessing Jonathan at every turn. Their late breaking changes cause major delays, yet impatience still gets the better of Giancarlo. And his offer to help with the wiring turns out to be no help at all.

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star
7.06
16 votes

#17 - Sarah & Mari

Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/2/2012

Crammed in close quarters with her sister's family, Sarah, and partner Mari, desperately need a house to raise their baby daughter. They want a spacious, open concept place in a family-friendly neighborhood. The Property Brothers come to the rescue and help them find a budget-friendly dream home that can be renovated on time. With a budget that doesn't match the couple's expectations, Drew and Jonathan struggle to sell the potential of a fixer-upper. Sarah and Mari are excited by Jonathan's designs but a snag in the deal stresses everybody out. As they peel back the layers of the old house, Mari and Sarah wonder if they've made a mistake. Then, unforeseen issues threaten to sink the budget while another unwanted surprise jeopardizes the completion date. While managing his own stress, Jonathan must find a fun distraction for the tense couple as his team races against time to seal the deal.

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star
7.07
30 votes

#18 - Sister, Sister [Sonja & Michelle]

Season 13 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/12/2018

After years of being on the road, Sonja has finally landed a job closer to family in Nashville, and her sister Michelle helps make her house hunt a priority. Drew leads her to a property with great bones, but an unexpected twist leaves Sonja with a tricky decision. Later, with Sonja as his design partner, Jonathan is determined to create a deluxe family hideaway.

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star
7.07
45 votes

#19 - Making Their House a Home [Joe & Jessie]

Season 11 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/7/2018

A military couple with twin toddlers has outgrown their cramped Nashville condo and want to find a farmhouse-style home where they have room to grow. After a contender is sold out from under them, a surprise solution gets them back on track. However, while Jonathan is determined to deliver a showstopper, the renovations are slammed with unexpected challenges.

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star
7.08
24 votes

#20 - Mark & Priscilla

Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/12/2013

Back home after years of exotic travel, and with a second child on the way, Mark and Priscilla are desperate to escape their cramped rental. They want a big, detached, open-concept house in a family friendly neighborhood. The Property Brothers come to the rescue helping them find a budget-friendly dream home that can be renovated on time. With a budget that doesn't match the couple's expectations, Drew and Jonathan struggle to sell the potential of a fixer-upper. But Mark's expensive tastes result in a pricey fixer-upper. So when a slew of unexpected structural, electrical and plumbing issues surface, rising costs create major tension for the mom and dad-to-be.

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star
7.10
40 votes

#21 - Competitive Couple is Challenged with a Reno [Gabby & Jim]

Season 8 - Episode 9 - Aired 1/20/2016

Gabby and Jim are ready to trade their cramped big city apartment for a family-friendly home in the suburbs. And the couple desperately needs the Property Brothers to find them the perfect place to call home. At first, Gabby and Jim find themselves in pole position for an unlisted fixer-upper with dream home potential, but then it's up to Drew to navigate their wild ride through a surprise bidding war. Later, preserving a home's historic charm takes extra-special care and turns up some big issues along the way. Prankster Jonathan gets a surprise of his own from the competitive new homeowners and then puts his Midas touch on a blinged-out powder room.

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Out of the In-Laws' House [Delecia & Dwyane]
star
7.10
10 votes

#22 - Out of the In-Laws' House [Delecia & Dwyane]

Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 1/31/2012

Delecia, Dwyane and their son Dekar are living in one bedroom in Dwyane's parents' house. They are tired of living out of suitcases and boxes. They need a space of their own. They say they don't need anything too ornate, but would love to find their dream home. Property Brothers Drew and Jonathan are ready to help them find that house, but realize it might take more work than the couple would like, especially after finding aesbestos and structural issues within the house.

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star
7.10
39 votes

#23 - Glitz and Glamour

Season 14 - Episode 8 - Aired 7/24/2019

A Minneapolis couple relocates to Las Vegas in search of a midcentury modern gem. Drew finds a classic 1960s property for the two men, one of whom has a drag queen alter ego named Margo. A famous drag queen offers design tips for Margo's "drag room." Jonathan works his magic and brings the bling, despite major cost overruns and a break-in.

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star
7.11
9 votes

#24 - An Eclectic Vision [Olivia]

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 4/10/2012

Wildly social and tired of being crammed in a tiny apartment, Olivia is desperate to buy a new house. The Property Brothers come to the rescue and help her find a budget-friendly dream home that can be renovated on time. With a budget that doesn't match her expectations, Drew and Jonathan struggle to sell the potential of a fixer-upper. Olivia finally decides between two big renovation projects and Jonathan has to complete the job in just over four weeks. But right after the pair rip out the toilet, Olivia drops news on Jonathan that forces him to rethink his plans. Then disaster strikes and the kitchen becomes a high-alert danger zone. In the midst of even more challenges, a house guest comes to visit. Jonathan is left reeling with a mountain of tasks and just two days until the renovation deadline.

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star
7.11
61 votes

#25 - Expecting the Unexpected [Janna & Jason]

Season 12 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/21/2018

After traveling the world and tying the knot, newlyweds are on the hunt for a sprawling urban home where they can raise a family. Because their condo sold faster than expected, Drew signs on for an express house hunt. Then, Jonathan must find a style compromise that suits the couple's opposing aesthetics.

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