Extreme Makeover: Home Edition

It’s A Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad – Build!

by Matt Plaskoff on May 9, 2011

Local contractor makes debut on ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition”.

Los Angeles, CA (February 19, 2004) – Local contractor Matt Plaskoff, of Plaskoff Construction in Tarzana, will make his television debut as the General Contractor on the acclaimed ABC home-remodeling show “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” Sunday, February 22.

The show pits a crew of six designers and 100 construction specialists against the clock to perform a complete interior and exterior remodel of a needy home in just seven days – a feat that would normally take between four to five months.

Plaskoff, the General Contractor for this episode, likened the experience of being on the project to being a kid going to summer camp for the first time.

“At first you go in and don’t know anyone,” explained Plaskoff. “Your scared, and don’t know what to expect. Then you meet some people, make friends… and then your parents call and tell you it’s time to come home. That’s when you realize it’s almost over, and you ask… Hey – when can I come back?”

Plaskoff considered it an honor to be a part of the team and believed that his teams efforts helped make the February 22nd episode a success.

“I worked daily, not only coordinating trades, but also working with the production team on getting them the shots they needed,” Plaskoff said. “I think that I was able to make the show better due to my sense of humor and outgoing personality. I also understood what the production team needed to do their jobs and helped them make the best show they could.”

“Matt Plaskoff is a remarkable contractor,” said Tom Forman, the shows Executive Producer. “It is amazing to see what he was able to accomplish in one week! Matt did such a great job we invited him to come back for a second episode of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.”

Plaskoff believes the ABC series fills a niche in that it brings a highly human element to the forefront of an otherwise mechanical topic.

“The experience was very uplifting for the team,” Plaskoff added. “I was really proud of what we had accomplished. Personally, I loved the madness, but also the quiet times in the evenings to reflect on the work. The people were amazing from the talent, to the production staff, to the vendors who provided materials. All things considered, it was one of the best experiences of my life. ”

PRESS CONTACTS:
Matt Plaskoff
(818) 888-4130

ABC Media Relations
Marsha Smith
(818) 460-6605
Marsha.L.Smithabc.com

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Reality TV Converts Contractor

by Matt Plaskoff on May 9, 2011

Second appearance on ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” prompts new business outlook.

Los Angeles, CA (March 17, 2004) – Matt Plaskoff of Plaskoff Construction will be making his second appearance as the General Contractor on the ABC TV show “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” airing Sunday, March 21.

For Plaskoff, home remodeling television shows have always been somewhat of a novelty. That is… until he made his first appearance on the show earlier this February.

“People love to see before and after.” said Plaskoff. “People love to see HOW it happened. They love the emotional connection they make with the family and are so happy for them when the project turns out well. I think in some cases, the viewers also long to be the recipient. They wish they too could have their lives changed.”

Since his February 22nd appearance on the show, Plaskoff has received dozens of e-mails and phone calls asking what he recommends for people who are in need of a snappy home remodel. These calls, combined with some common sense research led to an interesting business epiphany for Plaskoff.

“There is a big demand for people who want… but more importantly “need”, a quick home remodel” said Plaskoff. “We’re finding that the biggest barrier for people is not the budget, rather finding a contractor that can do the job, and do it fast.”

As a result of the positive feedback he has received, Plaskoff is reconsidering many of the traditional aspects and barriers of high-end home remodeling and has a new product line in the works – the fast home remodel.

Plaskoff explained that the most common reasons people need a fast home remodel are: people are expecting a child, people are holding special event at their residence, home sellers want to get a home on the market fast, home buyers want their new home perfect for move-in, the expense of moving out of a home during the four to six months necessary for large-scale remodel is cost prohibitive and more disruptive to the family’s lives.

“The experience of working on this show has really helped me re-think my business and how I can help people,” said Plaskoff. “I believe that anything is possible and what we’ve accomplished on TV is proof positive it can be replicated.”

PRESS CONTACTS:
Matt Plaskoff
(818) 888-4130

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Matt Plaskoff Added To ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Team

by Matt Plaskoff on May 9, 2011

Los Angeles, CA (June 15, 2004) – Matt Plaskoff of Plaskoff Construction in Tarzana has been named the exclusive General Contractor Consultant for the hit ABC TV show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.

The show pits a crew of six designers and over 100 construction specialists against the clock to perform a complete interior and exterior remodel of a needy home in just seven days – a feat that would normally take between four to five months.

Plaskoff, who appeared on three episodes in the first season, was ecstatic when he learned of the new agreement.

“Being a part of the first season was spectacular,” Plaskoff said. “People may not know from watching the show at home, but, for the whole crew it’s a marathon of hard labor on every show. Sometimes we don’t sleep for days on end, but, each time we get closer to bringing one of these families back home – the emotion kicks us into overdrive and we end up with magic.”

Plaskoff knows the second season of the show will be exciting, action packed, and will push construction to new heights. He believes the biggest challenge will be coming up with increasingly innovative designs that will please both the families – and the show’s viewers.

“I’ve never met a contractor who puts as much personal labor, love and care into a project” said Tom Forman, the shows Executive Producer. “He built us two spectacular homes in our first season, and we can’t wait to have him back in season two.”

PRESS CONTACTS:
Plaskoff Construction: Teddi Best
(818) 888-4130

Endemol USA: Emily Becker
(310) 860-9914
Emily.beckerendemolusa.tv

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Local Builder Named General Contractor On ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition”

by Matt Plaskoff on May 9, 2011

Matt Plaskoff to make on-screen appearance in San Fernando Valley home makeover.

Los Angeles, CA (September 2, 2004) – Matt Plaskoff of Plaskoff Construction in Tarzana has been selected to appear as the General Contractor on the ABC show “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.” The show begins filming a new home makeover in an undisclosed San Fernando Valley neighborhood next week.

Plaskoff, the show’s current Construction Consultant, works behind the scenes as the show travels across the United States. Plaskoff was ecstatic to be offered another on-camera makeover, especially in his home town of Los Angeles.

“This next remodel is going to be incredible, the family is amazing, plus we have one of the best teams assembled to do the job,” said Plaskoff. “This show is known for pulling out all of the stops – and this remodel will be no exception.”

Plaskoff’s says his team is revved up and even has a very personal gift to present the family you won’t want to miss.

“Not only does Matt keep us on schedule and on budget, he keeps us laughing,” said Tom Forman, the show’s Executive Producer. “I can’t wait to build another house with him. He’s a guy who genuinely cares about the project and the family he’s building for- and that’s the perfect combination for our show.”

This episode will start filming September 8, with the finished home being revealed to the family on September 15th. A Plaskoff Construction VIP tent will be on premises during filming. For media access, contact Diana Tran (818) 674-6746.

“Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” pits a crew of five designers and over 100 construction specialists against the clock to perform a miracle home remodel for a deserving family. The team has just five days and nine hours to perform a complete interior and exterior remodel – a feat that would normally take between four to five months. “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” airs Sundays at 8/7 central on ABC.

PRESS CONTACTS:
Teddi Best
(818) 888-4130

Matt Plaskoff
(818) 674-1575

Endemol USA
(310) 860-9914
infoendemolusa.tv

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Contractor Offers Window Into Emmy Nominated “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition”

by Matt Plaskoff on May 9, 2011

VIP Tent Offers Media The Chance To Watch Miracle-Home Transformation Up Close.

Los Angeles, CA (September 7, 2004) – Plaskoff Construction of Tarzana will be operating a special VIP media tent for the September filming of ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.”

The exact location of the San Fernando Valley remodel is kept secret pending the family’s surprise notification on Wednesday, September 8th.

The Plaskoff VIP Media tent will be open starting September 10th through to the home reveal on September 15th. Media can gain access to the VIP tent by contacting Diana Tran of Plaskoff Construction at (818) 674-6746.

“This will be an awesome way to get close to the action … and I’m not just talking about Ty Pennington,” said Matt Plaskoff, the show’s General Contractor and lead Construction Consultant. “This show has become an absolute phenomenon. It’s not just the crew and designers, the whole neighborhood gets involved – it’s an amazing sight to see first hand.”

While he can not disclose any information about the specifics of the remodel, Matt Plaskoff promises that there will be many surprises – including something never before done by any makeover program.

The show, recently nominated for an Emmy Award, is a race against time on a project that would ordinarily take four to five months to complete. A team of five designers and over 100 workers have just seven days to completely renovate an entire house for a deserving family. The result is exactly what happens when habitat and humanity collide.

“Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” airs Sundays at 8/7 central on ABC.

PRESS CONTACTS:
Diana Tran
(818) 674-6746

Matt Plaskoff
(818) 674-1575

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