DIY SOS: The Big Build

Nick Knowles travels to Halifax in West Yorkshire, where he and his crew join forces with local tradespeople to refurbish the house of a family whose eight‑year‑old son is paralysed. Together they aim to create a more accessible and comfortable home for the child.

Halifax is a television programme presented as a single episode that follows a team‑led renovation project. The show centres on community‑focused makeovers, and each instalment documents the process of turning a house into a more suitable living space for its occupants. In this particular episode, presenter Nick Knowles travels to Halifax in West Yorkshire. Accompanied by his crew, he arrives with the aim of helping a local family whose eight‑year‑old son is paralysed. The team’s purpose is to overhaul the family’s home so that it better meets the boy’s needs and improves everyday life for everyone living there. To achieve the transformation, Knowles and his colleagues enlist the expertise of local tradesmen. These skilled workers contribute their knowledge of construction, plumbing, electrical work and décor, collaborating closely with the programme’s team. Their combined effort ensures that the renovation is both practical and tailored to the family’s specific circumstances. The result is a refurbished home that offers greater accessibility and comfort for the young boy and his family. By bringing together a national presenter, a dedicated crew and regional tradespeople, the episode showcases how a focused building project can make a tangible difference for a household facing challenging circumstances.