Mike Holmes Joins Cottage Life With New Series, Preparing His Kids to Take Over the Family Business

Sherry, Mike, and Michael Holmes star in the new series Holmes on Homes: Building a Legacy © Courtesy of Cottage Life

Mike Holmes Joins Cottage Life With New Series, Preparing His Kids to Take Over the Family Business

The Holmes family is back and better than ever with their new series, Holmes on Homes: Building a Legacy. A reboot of the iconic Holmes on Homes program, the new series sees Mike return to his "make it right" roots and instill his values in his children, Michael and Sherry, as they continue his legacy.

The series dives into homeowner stories and showcases the dynamics of their own family like never before. In this Q&A, we explore what sets this new series apart and the passion behind the Holmes family’s dedication to the trades.

What sets Holmes on Homes: Building a Legacy apart from the iconic Holmes on Homes series?

Sherry Holmes: Technology has evolved a lot since Holmes on Homes. In the new series, we use drones to film, and we’re learning more about new home technologies available to make your home smarter and healthier. We’re also collaborating with interior designers, something we never did before on Holmes on Homes

Michael Holmes: This series features more fun family moments that show our family dynamic. We're also digging deeper into the homeowners' backstories. For instance, we meet a guy named Michael, and the only person he trusts to fix his home is Mike Holmes. He knows everything about Mike Holmes and grew up watching him on TV.

Mike Holmes: After 23 years of filming, viewers kept telling us: "We loved Holmes on Homes, bring it back!" So, we did—better than ever. We have a lot of fun together in the show, and you'll get to know Michael and Sherry better because eventually, I’ll buy an island and retire somewhere.

You’re passionate about the trades and capturing teachable moments on camera. Can you tell us a little bit more about why this is so important to you?

Michael Holmes: Our dad taught us the value of skilled trades, which we saw firsthand growing up. We want viewers to understand why we do what we do. We're not just gutting houses; we're addressing serious issues like mold, electrical, and plumbing problems. Our show captures this educational aspect.

Sherry Holmes: And it's not just about aesthetics or the big reveal— it's about the entire journey to the finish line. We focus on more than just making your home look beautiful; we fix what's behind the walls, ensuring it's safe and healthy.

Holmes on Homes Building a Legacy drives home the importance of family. Will viewers get to see more behindthe-scenes family moments?

Michael Holmes: Absolutely, both with our family and the families we help. Viewers will get a closer look at how these homeowners ended up in situations where they needed our help. Sherry and I started our TV careers on Holmes on Homes and now we’ve got families of our own who will also make appearances in the show.

Sherry Holmes: I think capturing heartfelt moments with deserving families is so important as it shows viewers that everyone faces hardships. Helping these families might help those watching know that they're not alone. Viewers get to go through the renovation with us; it becomes a shared experience.

Do you think you’ve all grown closer over the years? 

Michael Holmes: I feel like Sherry and I have brought out a different side of our dad. If you watch Holmes on Homes, he’s very much like: “I’m gonna come in here and we’re going to take it all down and fix it.” [imitates Mike Holmes]. Now, you see a lighter, more playful version. He even smiles sometimes.

Sherry Holmes: We’ve been working together for a long time now, so we’re now at a point where we can openly discuss any issues on-site and resolve them quickly. We’ve also agreed to leave work at work, so when we’re spending time together, we can focus on being a family unit.

Mike Holmes: After all these years of teaching my kids, I know that they can do it on their own and that they will move forward and carry on my life’s work of ‘making it right.’ Am I ready to retire just yet? I may have another year in me, maybe two.

Holmes on Homes: Building a Legacy premieres Tuesday, November 12 at 9 p.m. ET/PT, exclusively on Cottage Life.