If you’re a fan of HGTV’s popular series “Home Town,” you may have noticed the absence of a familiar face from recent episodes. Mike Huser, affectionately known as Mike the floor guy, has taken a break from the show to care for a sick family member. So, what happened to Mike and when can we expect to see him back?
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A Leave of Absence to Prioritize Family
Mike, the owner of GM Hardwood Floors in Laurel, Miss., played a crucial role in transforming the houses featured on “Home Town.” Fans were quick to notice his absence and took to social media to inquire about his whereabouts. Erin Napier, one of the show’s hosts, addressed the situation in a tweet on January 26.
In her tweet, Erin expressed understanding and empathy, saying, “Guys, I know y’all miss Mike. We do too! He’s on a leave of absence caring for a family member with a long-term illness.” While Mike is away, the show’s new hardwood restoration experts, Terry and Mike, have stepped in to ensure that the work on the houses continues seamlessly.
A History of Challenges
This is not the first time Mike has been off the show due to health reasons. In the previous season, he was dealing with his own health issues, specifically long-standing hip injuries that required surgery. Erin shared an update on his condition in a tweet from March 2021, saying, “Mike was out most of the season with decades-long hip injuries, awaiting surgery. There are a few fleeting appearances! He had surgery last month and is doing well, we’ve heard.”
Despite these challenges, Mike has been an integral part of “Home Town” since its inception. In a 2017 interview with Hardwood Floors magazine, he revealed how he became involved with the show. Having known Ben and Erin for several years, Mike was initially asked to handle floor restoration for the pilot episode. His expertise and contribution were so valued that he was later invited to join the first season as a permanent member of the team.
Looking back on his experience on “Home Town,” Mike described it as a great opportunity to meet people from different areas and collaborate on projects that positively impact the town of Laurel. He expressed his love for seeing old floors and homes being restored and acknowledged the show’s significant role in revitalizing the community.
The Future of “Home Town”
While the show is currently on hiatus after its mid-season finale, fans can rest assured that “Home Town” will return with thirteen all-new episodes later in 2022, as confirmed by HGTV. In the meantime, viewers can tune in to the new spinoff series, “Home Town Kickstart,” where the Napiers and other HGTV experts will work their magic on six small towns across the country.
Inspired by the success of the Napiers’ renovation of Wetumpka, Alabama, this spinoff aims to revitalize Buffalo, Wyoming; Cornwall, New York; Winslow, Arizona; LaGrange, Kentucky; Thomaston, Georgia; and Minden, Louisiana. The Napiers are excited to share their knowledge and experience with fellow experts as they help these communities achieve their goals.
“Home Town Kickstart” premieres on Sunday, April 24, at 8 p.m. ET on HGTV. So, mark your calendars and get ready for more heartwarming transformations and inspiring stories from the Napiers and their team.
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