Trading Up with Mandy Rennehan
Trading Up with Mandy Rennehan follows Blue Collar CEO(TM) and multi-million dollar designer and construction mogul Mandy Rennehan, as she cranks the residential resale reno business up a notch with three stellar property overhauls in her beloved hometown of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. A proud and respectfully uncensored member of the trades since her teens, Mandy went from firing up power tools to landing a coveted spot amongst Canada's Top CEO's and most Powerful Women list. Now, Mandy's putting her money where her heart is and her latest residential real estate projects are not only investments, they're an opportunity to bring some very deserving apprentices along for the ride as she mentors them and prepares them for successful careers in the" business " of the trades. No ant infestation, collapsing foundation or water infiltration will stand in Mandy's way as she transforms these neglected historic properties into gorgeous desirable homes, inspiring and teaching everyone along the way. There are many bumps (and a few pot holes) in the road on this journey but heart and humour always prevail.
- 2022-2022
- 1 season
- Reality
Trading Up with Mandy Rennehan follows Blue Collar CEO(TM) and multi-million dollar designer and construction mogul Mandy Rennehan, as she cranks the residential resale reno business up a notch with three stellar property overhauls in her beloved hometown of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. A proud and respectfully uncensored member of the trades since her teens, Mandy went from firing up power tools to landing a coveted spot amongst Canada's Top CEO's and most Powerful Women list. Now, Mandy's putting her money where her heart is and her latest residential real estate projects are not only investments, they're an opportunity to bring some very deserving apprentices along for the ride as she mentors them and prepares them for successful careers in the" business " of the trades. No ant infestation, collapsing foundation or water infiltration will stand in Mandy's way as she transforms these neglected historic properties into gorgeous desirable homes, inspiring and teaching everyone along the way. There are many bumps (and a few pot holes) in the road on this journey but heart and humour always prevail.
Season 1 Episode Guide
10 Episodes 2022
Episode 1
Rotten Chester
44 mins
Blue collar CEO(TM), Mandy Rennehan returns to her hometown of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia to begin renovating and restoring the first of three properties she has purchased, fondly named "Chester". She brings three trade apprentices along for the ride. As demolition gets underway, and surprise after surprise is uncovered, Mandy realizes "Chester" might be more of a learning experience for her apprentices than she had ever anticipated.
Episode 2
There Goes the Contingency
44 mins
Demolition continues at Chester, the first of three properties Mandy Rennehan is renovating in her hometown of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. As they peel back the layers, she keeps uncovering more and more nasty surprises. Will the dire state of the foundation, rotten siding and the ant colony in the wall be the death knell for the contingency?
Episode 3
Knot Only the Bathroom
44 mins
As the second floor gets a major overhaul, Mandy challengers her apprentices to find something special for the primary bathroom. And the apprentices and Mandy get all tied up in knots when Ida, Mandy's dad, gives them a lesson they weren't expecting.
Episode 4
Two to Go
44 mins
Blue collar CEO(TM), Mandy Rennehan and her apprentices are in the home stretch of restoring and rebuilding the first of three properties, but as they begin work on the dilapidated mudroom off the kitchen, a new issue is discovered that could potentially derail the schedule for completion.
Episode 5
Our Queen on King
44 mins
Mandy Rennehan and her team break ground on "King", the second of three properties being renovated in her hometown of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Her apprentices Jaymin, Dan and Melissa uncover some nasty surprises hidden inside the walls of the 130-year-old duplex.
Episode 6
The King of the Upper Blues
44 mins
During the renovation of King's upper unit, an unexpected sewer pipe issue nearly derails Mandy Rennehan's plans for a 2nd story deck. The apprentices sharpen their drywalling and tiling skills as they help transform "King Upper" into a desirable and dazzling 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a striking design bathed in blue.
Episode 7
Main Floor Magic
44 mins
With most major hurdles out of the way at the King duplex, Mandy Rennehan focuses on beautifying and completing the lower unit. The apprentices learn about fine finishes when Mandy's nephew gives a lesson on floor sanding and they visit the City of Halifax for some counters and a trip down memory lane.
Episode 8
Learning to Fly Solo
44 mins
Blue collar CEO(TM), Mandy Rennehan introduces her three apprentices the last of her three historic properties: Rennesouth. Jaymin, Melissa and Dan start transforming Mandy's former wood-shop into 3 luxury apartments but excitement turns to shock when Mandy makes a surprise announcement.
Episode 9
Being the Boss
44 mins
Mandy Rennehan's 3 apprentices are given the huge challenge of managing their own separate renovations in Rennesouth's 3 luxury apartments. Dan has a set-back after biting off more than he can chew, Melissa experiences communication issues with her trades, and Jaymin struggles with their bathroom design.
Episode 10
The Big Finish
44 mins
With 2 of 3 luxury apartments complete, Blue Collar CEO(TM), Mandy Rennehan watches the renovation of the 3rd and final unit from afar. Apprentice Jaymin hunts for the perfect antique barn doors and faces a flooring installation issue on the way to completing their huge Parisian style unit. The apprentices say an emotional farewell in this season finale.