Series synopsis
Love It or List It is an American reality television series that premiered on HGTV on September 8, 2008. It was created by Catherine Fogarty, Maria Armstrong. It stars Tina Morasco, Jacqueline Hennessy, Hilary Farr and David Visentin.
When a house no longer feels like home, homeowners are left with a big financial and emotional question: renovate or sell it? Love It or List It helps fed-up homeowners decide. In each hour-long episode Realtor David Visentin and designer Hilary Farr compete for the homeowners' final decision to stay or go.
Premise
When a house no longer feels like home, homeowners are left with a big financial and emotional question: renovate or sell it? Love It or List It helps fed-up homeowners decide. In each hour-long episode Realtor David Visentin and designer Hilary Farr compete for the homeowners' final decision to stay or go.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Tina Morasco
- Jacqueline Hennessy
- Hilary Farr as Self - Designer
- David Visentin as Self - Real Estate Agent
- Page Turner as Self
Episodes
This series spans 20 seasons with 241 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 0 | ||
| Season 1 | 13 | September 8, 2008 | January 12, 2009 |
| Season 2 | 13 | April 6, 2009 | November 2, 2009 |
| Season 3 | 26 | November 9, 2009 | November 8, 2010 |
| Season 4 | 16 | March 14, 2011 | October 19, 2011 |
| Season 5 | 63 | September 10, 2012 | June 15, 2015 |
| Season 6 | 0 | April 29, 2013 | |
| Season 7 | 0 | October 28, 2013 | |
| Season 8 | 0 | February 10, 2014 | |
| Season 9 | 0 | June 16, 2014 | |
| Season 10 | 13 | September 8, 2014 | December 1, 2014 |
| Season 11 | 13 | January 5, 2015 | June 29, 2015 |
| Season 12 | 1 | September 21, 2015 | December 14, 2015 |
| Season 13 | 10 | January 2, 2017 | March 6, 2017 |
| Season 14 | 9 | May 7, 2018 | December 3, 2018 |
| Season 15 | 20 | July 2, 2018 | January 7, 2019 |
| Season 16 | 9 | November 18, 2019 | January 13, 2020 |
| Season 17 | 12 | August 10, 2020 | November 2, 2020 |
| Season 18 | 10 | October 11, 2021 | December 13, 2021 |
| Season 19 | 13 | September 5, 2022 | May 8, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
No Way to Go But Up Richard and Kim bought their charming row-house 12 years ago, but as their family has grown, the home has remained the same. They are constantly battling the layout and storage in their house. It's time for Designer Hilary and Realtor David. Hilary and her team will work within the confines of their house to gain more space and renew the function. David will show them houses with enough space for everyone. And in the end, Richard and Kim will have to choose what to do with their home. Will they Love It? Or List It? |
September 8, 2008 |
| 2 |
Musical Mansion Steve and Jessica loved their Victorian home, but with Steve's growing instrument collection and two kids, their house seems smaller than ever. Ready to help are Designer Hilary and Realtor David. Hilary and her team will revamp the house for more storage and an updated style. David will search for better homes with more space to convince them to move. When all the work is done, Steve and Jessica will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or List It? |
September 15, 2008 |
| 3 |
Twin Teenagers and a Toddler Brad and Laura have twin teenage boys and a toddler. With the arrival of their third child, the boys were forced to share a room. Although it was fun for a while, there simply isn't enough space for the growing boys. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team will look to open up space in the suburban home so each of the boys can have their own room. Realtor David will search for houses that can fit the family even as the kids get older. In the end, Brad and Laura will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they love it? Or List It? |
September 22, 2008 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Attic Attack Andrew and Julie loved their house from the moment they saw it being built. Now that they have three kids, their family has outgrown the space. Realtor David and Designer Hilary are ready to help. David will look for houses to fit their family and Hilary will renovate their home to convince them to love it again. In the end, Andrew and Julie will have to choose what to do with their house - Love It Or List It? |
April 6, 2009 |
| 2 |
Basement Master Eric and Kim tried to make their house function for their family, but after renovation costs soared, they started looking for alternatives. They moved their master bedroom to the attic, and now, they can't take it anymore. Realtor David and designer Hilary come to help. David searches for the family a home with enough bedrooms for everyone, while Hilary works to open up space within their house. When all the work is done, Eric and Kim will have to choose what to do with their home. Will they Love It Or List It? |
April 20, 2009 |
| 3 |
Bachelor Pad to Family Home Rod and Jennifer got married and quickly started having kids. With three kids in just over three years, they didn't have time to change the bachelor's house into a family home. Realtor David and designer Hilary are ready to help the family find function and style. David will search for houses that will fit everyone. Hilary will transform the house to find purpose in the home. In the end, Rod and Jennifer will have to decide what to do. Will they love their revamped bachelor pad, or if they'll list it. |
April 27, 2009 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Michael and Jeffrey Michael and Jeffery's kitchen is cramped, and their basement is dark and outdated. While Hilary works to fix their home, David struggles to find them a new home that meets their needs and fits within their unrealistic budget. |
November 9, 2009 |
| 2 |
The Nguyen Family The Nguyen's feel the time has come to make a change and convert their house back to a single family home. With living quarters split up among the main floor and basement the family is desperate to reclaim their space. Manh feels the house is "lucky" and thinks a renovation is the answer to their problems. Masako on the other hand feels there are too many things to do and it's easier and more beneficial to move. Will Hilary continue the "lucky" streak and convince Masako its best to stay or can David start their luck in another home and convince Manh it's time to leave? |
November 18, 2009 |
| 3 |
Ed and Martine (The Richardsons) For Martine and Eddie- Love it or List It's consummate contractor, a potential filled home has become a huge headache. After two years, life dedicated to his masterful work on the show has left Eddie with little time to complete the mountain of must haves needed to transform their cramped quarters into the open oasis Martine deserves. With Martine and David itching for the ease of a project free home, Eddie has no choice but to put his faith in Hilary, but when things get heated, this hard working handy man will need to learn to trust his team or risk losing his dream home forever. |
November 23, 2009 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The O'Hara Family | March 14, 2011 |
| 2 | The Douglas Family | March 21, 2011 |
| 3 | The Shaver Family | March 28, 2011 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Joe & Linh Joe and Linh's twins turn their dream home into a wedge between them. |
September 10, 2012 |
| 2 |
Matt & Kelly Matt and Kelly's aging row house and eroding foundations. |
September 17, 2012 |
| 3 |
Heidi & Greg A space that has both character and function. |
September 24, 2012 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Hazardous Household Impeded by inaccesible walkways, hazardous stairs and an unsafe, unsightly basement, Rob and Laura are no longer in love with their laborous living space. Arriving right on cue are Designer Hilary and Realtor David. Hilary and her team will renew and rectify this residence to perfectly suit this pair and make them love it again. While David will coax this couple into comfortable and suitable spaces to call home. In the end, Rob and Laura will have to decide if they can love their home again or if they'll list it. |
February 4, 2013 |
| 2 |
A Budget for Abatement When Mike and Kathy first bought this city home, they thought it was the perfect place for their family. But now that their two sons are grown and still living at home, they've come to realize it's just not working any more. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are here to help, but when Hilary and her team start the renovation, the home reveals a hidden secret: asbestos,and lots of it. Meanwhile, David looks for other homes that can make this family happy again. After Hilary makes their home safe and functional and David finds them a new potential dream home, Mike and Kathy will have to decide: will they love their home again or will they list it? |
February 11, 2013 |
| 3 |
Ready for Retirement Ten years after buying their home, Dan and Rich are left with an empty nest and a desire to retire. But in order to enjoy their retirement, they are determined to have a more entertainment-friendly home. Lucky for them, help is arriving in the form of designer Hilary and Realtor David. Designer Hilary and her team will be coming up with design plans and completing renovations aimed at convincing both homeowners to love this house again. Realtor David knows it's time for this couple to list and by showing what other homes have to offer, hopes to prove they can both find true happiness in a new house. What will Rich and Dan decided? Will they love it or list it? |
February 18, 2013 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Boy Overload The time for having kids was perfect for Dan and Krista but, their 1400 square foot home isn't cutting it anymore. With five growing boys and a dysfunctional layout, the house is bursting at the seams. While Krista wishes to stay because of the large backyard and school district, Dan already has one foot out the door. After Designer Hilary attempts to create a larger, more functional space and Realtor David finds a perfect replacement home, the couple will have to decide. Can David or Hilary convince this opposing couple to either Love it or List it? |
June 3, 2013 |
| 2 |
Builder's Plan Predicament Desmond and Alice's dreams came true when they bought the builder's plans of their three story, 1700 square foot centrally located home ten years ago. However, with three boys now in the picture, they've outgrown the space and it's too tight. Alice, a lawyer, and Desmond, a relator, have strong and colliding opinions on the future of their family home. Realtor David and Designer Hillary help this conflicted couple try to find the middle ground. Will Desmond agree to Alice' s wishes on reconfiguring the space or will Alice agree with Desmond to move on? Will they love it or list? |
June 10, 2013 |
| 3 |
Character Flaws The Dan and Marissa's hundred year old house is full of character... and flaws. Its floor plan, outdated lighting, and old heating source prevent the modern family from living comfortably. Marissa is holding on to the nostalgia of the home, while Dan is ready to run. Lucky for them, Hilary and her deisgn team are ready to transform the outdated space. And real estate agent David's already on the search for a new home. With tempers flaring, will the Dan and Marissa love thier home once again? Or will they list it? |
June 17, 2013 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Make Room for Baby When Brian and Andrea bought this partially renovated home 3 years ago, it was everything they wanted- or at least what he wanted. He loved the idea of making the home their own by renovating whenever he had time, but with one renovation after another, the end is nowhere in sight. Andrea is convinced that they have outgrown this house and doesn't want to put another penny into it, but Brian feels it holds promise and with help it will function for them again. Desperate to prove each half of this divided couple is right are competitors Hilary and David. Hilary and her team will renovate the home in order to make room for another baby, while David will show the family they can find more space in a new place. In the end, Brian and Andrea will have to decide... will they love their home again or will they list it? |
November 4, 2013 |
| 2 |
Dingy Downstairs Dungeon After a year of looking and being outbid on eight different houses, Oliver and Melissa finally found a home. Although Melissa was out of town when Oliver decided to buy it, they moved in and thought it was the home for them. Little did they know they were very wrong. Melissa can't stand the problem after problem that this house presents, including a dangerous staircase, a smelly basement, and a tiny washroom. But what Melissa sees as problems with the house, Oliver sees as challenges yet to be solved. Enter competitors Hilary and David. Designer Hilary and her team will renovate the home in order to convince Melissa to stay, while realtor David will show Oliver they can find a better place to call home. Without any clear solutions, but plenty of suggestions, Melissa and Oliver will have to decide... will they love their home again or will they list it? |
November 11, 2013 |
| 3 |
Talk of the Town Sixteen years ago, Scott purchased this house with intentions of renting it out and making some money. Little did he know, one of his tenants would be his future wife and they'd be the talk of the town. Now after eleven years of marriage and two kids, this century old home and the issues that come with it are consuming Scott's precious free time. But after Catherine's challenges with her health, Scott now wants to move on to a home that will give her a better quality of life. Catherine on the other hand wants to stay in the home she found strength and peace in--her place. The never ending to-do list clashing with the desire to live each day to it's fullest has left this family divided over the future of their family home. Ready, willing, and able to assist with the decision, designer Hilary and realtor David meet up to handle the challenge. In the end, Scott and Catherine will have to decide...will they love their home again or will they list it? |
November 18, 2013 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Extended Family After emigrating separately from the Philippines over a decade ago, Leslie and Michael first found each other and then found a 1300 square foot townhouse. Later on, they had a daughter and the space still suited them. But then Leslie's two sisters and brother-in-law arrived from the Philippines, and now the townhouse is way too small. Leslie's content with their home but agrees they need more space for their extended family. But husband Michael couldn't disagree more and wants a new home with more space and privacy. To break this deadlock enter our competitor's Designer Hilary and Realtor David. Hilary and her team hope to double their home's function while David tries to find a new house that fits Leslie's extended family. Desperate for a home that can properly accommodate their ever changing family, Leslie and Michael will have to decide, can they love their home again or will they list it? |
February 17, 2014 |
| 2 |
Daily Squeeze After a frustrating house hunt, new parents Allison and Robert thought they lucked out on finding a quaint 1200 square foot home in a prestigious neighborhood. But after moving in, Allison saw their house in a whole new, negative light. She thinks their only solution for more space, more storage, and an upstairs bathroom is to move. But Robert is content with their home and wants to stay put. Wedging themselves into this debate are Realtor David and Designer Hilary. David hopes to find this couple a home with more space and function while Hilary and her team try to completely re-imagine this couple's small house. Desperate for a home with more room, Robert and Allison will have to decide if they can love their home again? Or will they list it? |
February 24, 2014 |
| 3 |
A Family Affair Katherine, Natalia, and Paolo live in Natalia's grandparents' house they inherited. Natalia loves her grandparents' old home and wants to stay, but her mom Katherine thinks the house needs updating and is ready to find something with more space. Natalia's husband Paolo is a neutral party and wants is his wife and mother-in-law to both be happy. Inserting themselves into this already crowded debate are Designer Hilary and Realtor David who are determined to bring an end to this multi-generational conflict. Hilary and her team are determined to make the home function for the family, while David thinks the solution is a bigger, newer house. Desperate for a place tailored to their lifestyles, this family will have to decide if they can love their home again or if they should list it? |
March 3, 2014 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Room to Grow A couple are divided when it comes to selling their tiny 1100-square-foot home, which, as is, isn't big enough for their growing family, but there is some hesitation about moving, because an elderly aunt lives right next door. While Hilary gets to work on her plan for a third-bedroom extension, David is busy scouring the nearby area for a more spacious abode. |
September 8, 2014 |
| 2 |
Sibling Rivalry A widow and her son return to the bachelorette pad she once shared with her sister, but the space needs to be reimagined for them to stay and not consider moving into a different home chosen for them by David. |
September 22, 2014 |
| 3 |
Home-Based Lifestyle Hilary and David compete to win over a pair of urban hippies who have inherited a large sum of money and are conflicted over whether to renovate their crumbling home or start fresh in a new place. |
September 29, 2014 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Emotional Investment After spending two years fixing up their home and increasing the value, a couple is divided over its future. He wants to list it and profit from their investment, but she sees it as an investment for their family. |
January 5, 2015 |
| 2 |
Bungalow Blues Professional mom and stay-at-home dad are torn between the basic functions of the family's bungalow. |
January 12, 2015 |
| 3 |
Big Family, Big Problems A family of nine has outgrown their home. Hilary works to transform the space to create function for the family, while David looks for homes that provide all the hassle-free space they need. |
January 19, 2015 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Functioning for Four After adopting their teenage daughter, Mason and Shannon felt as though their 2,000-square-foot home might be too small for a family of four. Will David find them a family-ready home, or will Hilary reinvent their cramped space? |
September 21, 2015 |
| 2 |
Mid Century Maternity Busy professionals, Anne and Nathan traded in their high-end condominium for an open living midcentury house. While Nathan loves the form and historic quality of the home, Anne only sees the many problems with its function. Now that they are expecting their first child, Anne is ready to move to a new house, or back to a condo that does not have a long to do list. Will realtor David find them a family ready home? Or will designer Hilary make daily life immeasurably easier by reinventing many of the home's hotly debated spaces? |
September 28, 2015 |
| 3 |
Constant Construction Chaos Emilee and Jody bought their charming 1,626 sq ft home with the intention of using Jody's handy skills as a contractor to fix it up. But after living in constant construction for several years, Emilee is ready to move. They want to start a family and while Jody strongly feels they can fix up their home to make it ready for kids, Emilee does not. Not only is Emilee is tired of living in a construction site; she does not think there is enough space to accommodate for a growing family. Will David find them a move in ready home with enough space or will designer Hilary show them that their house is ready for their family filled future by reinventing many of its highly debated spaces? |
October 5, 2015 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Opportunity in the Attic A couple disagrees on whether their attic holds potential for more space. |
January 2, 2017 |
| 2 |
Pool House Problems A couple debates the functionality of their home's entertaining spaces. |
January 9, 2017 |
| 3 |
Design Indecision Gray loves the family home, but April is distracted by the lack of design. |
January 16, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
A Sentimental Situation A man tries to convince his wife to move out of her inherited family home. |
May 7, 2018 |
| 2 |
One Last Renovation A couple's renovated home still doesn't function for their family of five. |
May 14, 2018 |
| 3 |
Community Calling A couple considers either creating more space or moving closer to friends. |
May 21, 2018 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Picture-Perfect Kitchen After he grew up in a house on 100 acres and she spent her life in houses with small lots close to neighbors, a couple compromised on a fixer upper on 1.5 acres near a nice neighborhood. While they painted and put in some new floors, the major renovations in the house just seemed too much to handle. She's eager for David to find them a new house with a gourmet kitchen perfect for her baking business but he insists that they can make the house work with Hilary's help. |
July 2, 2018 |
| 2 |
Room for One More Ready to expand their family, a couple is fed up with the lack of functionality in their 1,200 square-foot house. While they spend a lot of time at home and love the location, she thinks the house is already too small and would never work if they had another child. He, however, doesn't think they'll ever find a home in the same location with as much charm within their budget. Will David find them a home with the space they need or will Hilary make them fall in love all over again by reinventing many of the home's size-challenged spaces? |
July 9, 2018 |
| 3 |
A Hole-in-One Location A couple fell in love with a home in a coveted family friendly community near a golf course and hastily purchased it before they had even started a family. Now, three kids later, she's decided the dated house cannot accommodate all the clutter and activity of their busy family. While she's ready to move into a house that functions better for all of them, he loves their street and cannot dream of leaving it behind. Can the couple love their home again with Hilary's help or will David find them a house with all the space they need? |
July 16, 2018 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
On Shaky Ground A real estate broker on the lookout for the perfect family home spotted a diamond in the rough and convinced his wife to buy it. While he sees its unlimited potential, however, she can't see past the long list of fixes, including the cracked ceiling. |
November 18, 2019 |
| 2 |
Custom Chaos A couple that built their home made mistakes with their floor plan and now they need more space. He feels they need a design expert to update and improve the layout, but she thinks the best option is to find a new home that fits their family. |
November 25, 2019 |
| 3 |
A Rock Wall and a Hard Place A couple that dreamed of living in their current neighborhood bought a foreclosure home that needed a lot of work. She feels like the to-do list is too long to make it a forever home, but he's unwilling to budge and hopes Hilary can change her mind. |
December 2, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
A Second Story David and Hilary work to give an expecting couple more space. |
August 10, 2020 |
| 2 |
Right-Size Ranch Reno A couple once loved their house because of its proximity to friends, corner lot and great price. Now, this soon-to-be mom wants more space for their growing family, while the soon-to-be dad hopes to stay in the neighborhood he loves. |
August 17, 2020 |
| 3 |
No Love for the Land A woman who agreed to move into her new husband's bachelor pad when they first got married is ready for a change. While Dad and son are in outdoor heaven on their two acres, Mom wants an updated family home with a new kitchen and en suite bathroom. |
August 24, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Into the Great Wide Open A blended family thought they could fix up their massive home themselves, but Mom is struggling with buyer's remorse. Hilary offers a plan to keep them out of a permanent construction zone, and David looks for a home to meet their needs for years to come. |
October 11, 2021 |
| 2 |
Love It, List It, Love It? A couple loves their family home so much they purchased it twice, but while he still enjoys the house after moving back in, she's done with the dated dysfunction. They must choose between Hilary's full renovation or David's promise of a perfect new place. |
October 18, 2021 |
| 3 |
Downtown Determination A woman never wants to leave her charming 1985 home that's blocks from downtown, but her husband thinks they made a big mistake. He wants an open floor plan for entertaining which Hilary and David try to deliver for this couple and their downtown dream. |
October 25, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Moms at Odds A married couple with twin teen sons is in a home that's been causing tension and stress for a long time. One has a sentimental attachment and thinks Hilary can transform the space, but the other can't wait for David to find them the new, perfect place. |
September 5, 2022 |
| 2 |
Hilary Loves It or Lists It Hilary Farr pulls back the curtain as she reveals the creative process and obstacles of renovating her own home! David is by her side as a supportive friend, but that doesn't stop him from trying to woo her away with the other amazing homes in the area. |
September 12, 2022 |
| 3 |
Kitchen Crisis A traditional Jewish family has outgrown their starter house and need more room for a kosher home. She's ready for David to find a new place with a larger kitchen, but he thinks Hilary can turn their small space into the perfect place for their family. |
September 19, 2022 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | HGTV |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 8, 2008 |
| Last aired | June 23, 2026 |
| Runtime | 44 minutes |
| Status | Returning Series |
| Schedule | Tuesday at 20:00:00 |