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Detroit | Rebuilding Motor City

Season 36 Episode 17 | 23m 43s

A new series begins in Detroit, Michigan, where terms like “bankrupt” and “deserted” are out and “revitalization” is in. Kevin meets homeowners who plan to renovate a formerly abandoned home themselves.

Aired: 03/29/17 | Expires: 09/27/17
Funding for THIS OLD HOUSE is provided by The Home Depot and Renewal By Andersen.
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