Plot Synopsis

RAISE THE ROOF is a one-hour reality series that Denver contractor Keith Nylund, who scours the Denver area uncovering small historic gems in need of some big modern updates. In each 60-minute episode, Keith discovers a hidden property, pops the top by ripping off the roof, doubles or triples its size, and then puts it back on the market -- all while keeping the home's original character. In the series opener, "Third Floor's a Charm?," Keith wants to flip a century-old Craftsman bungalow in Denver, but it needs something special to overcome the downside of its location on a busy street. He creates a spacious living area on the ground floor, builds three bedrooms and a luxurious master suite on the second floor, then adds a unique third-story loft that provides an amazing view of the mountains.