Building Alaska

2012•4 series•Entertainment / Lifestyle

Available on DMAX

Building off the grid is challenging enough, but doing so in some of the most unforgiving terrain on Earth becomes a monumental test. This series follows the intrepid journeys of men and women who gladly face Alaska's extreme conditions and harsh elements to construct one-of-a-kind lodges among the stunning landscape. Undeterred crews work up to 16 hours a day to complete dream cabins before the arrival of winter, while overcoming total isolation, inclement weather, rough seas, and the occasional visit by grizzly bears.

Episode 1Game On

Bruce's crew build a cabin on the remote LaTouche Island, while Mark's team build a cabin in Freshwater Bay. Plus, Dave's family start building a home on Point MacKenzie.(S06,E01)

Episode 2Piece of the Pie

Bruce's build is on standstill when they run out of supplies. Dave and his family deal with a broken machine and Mark's team struggle with their foundation level.(S06,E02)

Episode 3The Wrong Stuff

The three build teams have problems with broken generators and a missing crew member. Meanwhile, Dave decides to go solo despite the risks of working alone.(S06,E03)

Episode 4Stormy Weather

The build teams persevere through pounding rain and impending snowfall in remote Alaskan settings.(S06,E04)

Episode 5Seasonal Squeeze

The three teams continue their builds in unique Alaskan locations. They must deal with poorly cut glulam beams and cancelled orders.(S06,E05)

Episode 6Emergency Supply Run

The builders make progress on their Alaskan jobs but must overcome a catastrophe involving a 1,000-pound ridge beam and a supply shortage.(S06,E06)

Episode 7A Roof Overhead

The three teams face relentless rain, high tensions and tight deadlines as they continue their builds in unique and remote Alaskan settings.(S06,E07)

Episode 8End Game

It's the end of the road for the three builders and their respective teams as they race to put the finishing touches on their remote Alaskan builds. (S06,E08)

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