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There’s something intrinsically comforting about home renovation as long as you’re not footing the bill. Watching a dilapidated house transform from a space that was rundown into becoming its best self is a fulfilling thing. It’s like the real estate equivalent of seeing a flower bloom; it just feels right. And thankfully for us, HGTV and Hulu understand this specific source of joy.
If you’ve been craving something simple and uplifting to watch during your hectic life, you’re in luck. Hulu has a huge selection of HGTV shows just waiting for you to watch. Whether you use home renovation shows as a source of inspiration as you work on your own living space or you just like mocking ridiculous house hunting couples, you’re set. Here are the best, most addicting, and most comforting HGTV shows you can stream right now.
'Flip or Flop'
Have you ever wanted something greater for the abandoned house in your neighborhood? Then Tarek and Christina El Moussa are your inspirations. Each episode follows the couple as the scoop up yet another distressed house and make it into something wonderful. But when it comes to flipping houses there’s always a gamble that even the most promising property may flop. It’s that risk of failure that makes Flip or Flop so addicting. The chance of losing their investment is there, but the chance to sell big while creating a home for a family is always bigger.
'Good Bones'
Many mothers and daughters have dreamed of starting their own company, but Karen E. Laine and Mina Starsiak Hawk made their dream a reality. Together the pair started Two Chicks and a Hammer, which specializes in remodeling properties around Indianapolis. Watching Karen and Mina transform a space from bleak to chic is comforting. But the best part of this series is the pair’s loving and teasing back and forth.
'Love It or List It'
Competition is always fun to watch, especially if you can comfortably root for both sides. That kind-hearted rivalry is what stands at the heart of Love It or List It. Each episode a new couple is torn between interior designer Hilary Farr and real estate agent David Visentin. Hilary wants to transform the family’s current house into the home of their dreams while David wants them to sell the lot and move. Who will win? And more importantly what ridiculous demands will these crazy couples make?
'Property Brothers'
Though watching any home go through a remodel is comforting, it can feel a bit hollow without a family involved. That’s where twin brothers Jonathan and Drew Scott come in. Together they convince couples to buy up houses in need of love with the promise that they will help them turn these properties into something great. If the idea of a family warming up to a new home sounds appealing, this one is for you.
'House Hunters'
Look, we can all say that we watch HGTV for DIY pointers but that’s never the truth. Really we just want to salivate over gorgeous homes around the world. And no series showcases those beautiful, for-sale properties better than House Hunters. Each episode an often wealthy couple has to choose from a handful of stunning homes. They may be looking for a new place to live or vacation anywhere from New York to the Bahamas. But no matter what properties they’re looking at, what they find is gorgeous. If weighing in on people’s dream homes sounds appealing, this is your catnip.
'Fixer Upper'
Does Target’s Hearth and Hand collection break your heart with its loveliness? Then you just may be a Chip and Joanna Gaines fan. The owners of the remodeling and design company Magnolia Homes, the series follows the couple as they renovate houses throughout Texas. Joanna Gaines’ gorgeous style will give you the inspiration you need for any upcoming project, no matter how ambitious.
'Hidden Potential'
Looking for a little oomph to transform your boring space into something special? Then designer and contractor Jasmine Roth is your savor. Each episode follows Roth as she turns another cookie cutter house into a custom home. If Roth can put her lovely South Carolina-inspired stamp on these often-bland properties, you can put yours on your home.
