Desert Flippers
Wisconsin transplants Eric and Lindsey Bennett are transforming sunny Palm Springs, California one dilapidated house at a time. Renovating 20 properties a year while raising two small children is no small feat, and this couple takes it in stride. But when you go behind the walls of houses that live in triple-digit heat, you never know what you might find, scorpions, rattlesnakes, black widows and even squatters. In each episode of Desert Flippers , Eric and Lindsey search out a diamond in the rough, but they might find something that's just plain rough.
- 2016-2018
- 3 seasons
- HGTV
- Reality
Wisconsin transplants Eric and Lindsey Bennett are transforming sunny Palm Springs, California one dilapidated house at a time. Renovating 20 properties a year while raising two small children is no small feat, and this couple takes it in stride. But when you go behind the walls of houses that live in triple-digit heat, you never know what you might find, scorpions, rattlesnakes, black widows and even squatters. In each episode of Desert Flippers , Eric and Lindsey search out a diamond in the rough, but they might find something that's just plain rough.
Season 3 Episode Guide
14 Episodes 2018
Episode 1
Attack of the Tree
Tue, Jul 24, 2018 21 mins
Lindsey and Eric buy an abandoned, overgrown home and hope to update the design and maximize on the stunning mountain views. However, many obstacles stand in their way, including a 50-foot tree that's grown into the roof.
Episode 2
Overpaid Upgrade
Tue, Jul 31, 2018 21 mins
Lindsey and Eric take a risk when they overpay for an "easy" flip. They decide to add high-end finishes that they hope will attract high-end buyers, but mounting renovation costs prove this flip to be anything but easy.
Episode 3
Flight Path Flip
Tue, Aug 7, 2018 21 mins
With low inventory in the desert, Lindsey and Eric decide to take a chance on a home at the end of an airport runway. The key to the flip is blowing away buyers with an open concept inside and massive entertaining space outside.
Episode 4
Heating Up
Tue, Aug 14, 2018 21 mins
Lindsey and Eric face rising temperatures and renovation costs while attempting to turn a house with a strange layout into a beautiful four-bedroom home with potential for profit.
Episode 5
Just Add Water
Tue, Aug 21, 2018 21 mins
Lindsey and Eric Bennett face rising renovation costs and a risky investment while flipping a home for a quick profit.
Episode 6
Five-Bedroom Flip
Tue, Aug 28, 2018 21 mins
Lindsey and Eric find a five-bedroom home with an appealing list price, but the messy interior was left in a state of mid-renovation. Upgraded finishes and better outdoor appeal should make this flip compete with the pack.
Episode 7
Desert Farmhouse Flip
Tue, Sep 4, 2018 21 mins
An easy in-and-out renovation gets messy when Lindsey and Eric run into unexpected, costly issues like a roof in disrepair and major electrical problems. The pressure is on to sell this simple farmhouse for top dollar.
Episode 8
Moroccan Mirage
Tue, Sep 11, 2018 21 mins
The team hurriedly picks up a home at asking price but quickly find out about its many risks and the amount of work required to overcome them.
Episode 9
Hot Mess
Tue, Sep 18, 2018
A fire damaged home with a low price tag and high risk is on the market, and Lindsey and Eric seem to be the only ones willing to take on the challenge. What looks like a few charred walls turns out to be a much larger issue when major roof repairs are thrown in the mix, ballooning the costs and shrinking the profit. The flippers will have to make some hard decisions on design if they want to attract buyers while still staying under budget and on schedule.
Episode 10
Rain Delay
Tue, Sep 25, 2018 21 mins
Lindsey and Eric face a rare desert torrential downpour that threatens to ruin their flip and their profit while updating every room in a three-bedroom house.
Episode 11
Bid to Win
Tue, Oct 2, 2018 21 mins
Eric and Lindsey Bennett bid on and win a property sight unseen. The well-maintained home has an outdated style but no major red flags, so it seems like a good bet until a crack in the floor is revealed and threatens their budget.
Episode 12
All a Facade
Tue, Oct 9, 2018 21 mins
Eric and Lindsey transform a rundown property in a desirable neighborhood into a midcentury masterpiece.
Episode 13
High-Risk Flip
Tue, Oct 16, 2018 22 mins
Eric and Lindsey tackle a home he's had his eye on for over a year in a luxury neighborhood. However, the risky flip gets even riskier when they run into permitting issues and thousands of dollars worth of equipment is stolen.
Episode 14
Attack of the Shack
Tue, Oct 23, 2018 21 mins
Eric and Lindsey Bennett take on a property in disrepair that has been deemed a tear-down by the seller. The flippers think they can salvage the home, but the more they uncover, the more frightening this flip becomes.
