The idea behind the contest
About Housewreck
Housewreck is the platform for a monthly contest with a simple hook: homeowners nominate their own worst-looking house, the public votes, and one property earns a makeover prize.
Behind the fun is an owner-first operating model. Entries require consent, selling is never required, and any property offer is a private, optional conversation. Local investors get a better way to meet willing owners while sponsors and neighbors rally around a visible transformation.
The tone matters as much as the workflow: poke fun at the paint, never the people or the neighborhood.
Bring the contest to your city.
Plan a respectful local launch, build owner-approved entries, and turn the winning house into a makeover worth following.