Ep 3. Oaks

Zombie House Flipping is an American reality television series that showcases a team of house flippers as they buy bargain properties in Orlando, Florida that have been abandoned, neglected, or damaged beyond repair. They then use their creativity and skill to turn them into stunning homes that they sell for a profit. In season 4, episode 3, titled "Oaks", the team tackles a house in the Oaks neighborhood.

The episode begins with the team driving to the Oaks area, one of the wealthiest neighbourhoods in Orlando. The house they will be flipping is a 4,500-square-foot mansion that has been abandoned for years. The house was originally listed for two million dollars but has since been reduced to 575 thousand dollars. The team sees potential in the house and is excited to take on the challenge.

Upon inspection, the team encounters a few challenges. The property has been sitting vacant for a long time and has deteriorated significantly. The house has an outdated interior with some rooms that have not been touched for decades. Furthermore, the plumbing system is in bad shape, and there is a large hole in the roof that has allowed rainwater to damage the ceilings. The team needs to fix all these issues while trying to keep the project within budget.

The team divides into two groups. Keith, the electrician, and Conner, the construction manager, focus on rewiring most of the house and repairing the plumbing system. Meanwhile, Peter, the designer, and Duke, the general contractor, concentrate on renovating the interiors. Duke leads the demolition process, and Peter selects the materials, colours, and finishes that he believes will bring the house back to life.

During the renovation, the team encounters another challenge. They discover that the original AC system was installed poorly and that there are leaks in the ductwork. This issue would not only make the house uncomfortable to live in but would also cause the electric bill to skyrocket. The team decides to remove the old AC system and replace it with a new one. They also fix the ductwork and add insulation to ensure that the new AC system works efficiently.

The renovation takes several weeks, and the house is finally ready for the market. The team stages the house with furniture and decor that complement the house's architectural style and features. A potential buyer visits the house and is impressed with what they see. Keith, who is showing the house, gives them a tour and highlights some of the house's impressive features, such as the spacious living room, the gourmet kitchen, and the inground pool in the backyard.

The potential buyer is particularly impressed with the master bedroom, which has a luxurious en suite bathroom, a walk-in closet and a beautiful view of the backyard. They note that the house has come a long way and that the team had done an incredible job, transforming the once derelict home into an attractive mansion.

In the end, the team manages to sell the house for $1.2 million, more than double the buying price. The team is thrilled with the profit they have made and reflects on the hard work they put into the house. They toast to Oaks being one of their most successful flips yet.

Overall, episode 3 of season four of Zombie House Flipping is a must-watch for anyone interested in home renovation and house flipping. The episode showcases the challenges and rewards of flipping a mansion, the inner workings of house flipping, the creativity and skill required to renovate a house, and the potential profits one can make through flipping houses.