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 1Keeping Morale Up

Jeff starts a challenging cliffside build. Chappie Cook's team struggle to get materials on site without roads and first-time builder Chris faces harsh realities.(S08,E01)

Episode 2Progress Is Messy

Chris is expecting a helicopter delivery of 17,000 pounds of material. Then, Jeff fights the weather conditions to stay on schedule and Chappie's crew struggles.(S08,E02)

Episode 3Going Vertical

Chappie Cook's crew run into both bears and boats while hauling materials. Plus, Jeff constructs his slippery roof and Chris works relentlessly on his cabin.(S08,E03)

Episode 4Rain Gear Is Going On

Chappie Cook's team struggle to lift 600-pound rafters on the cabin's roof. Then, Chris works on drying out his cabin and Jeff installs his cabin's windows.(S08,E04)

Episode 5Game Changer

Jeff struggles with the front deck for his cabin. Then, Chappie's team uncovers a major error while building the exterior insulation and Chris runs out of materials.(S08,E05)

Episode 6A Toy Set for Big Kids

Chris receives necessary help from his family. Then, Chappie's build is brought to a standstill due to engine problems and Jeff makes a critical error.(S08,E06)

Episode 7Knock This Thing Out

Winter is about to hit Alaska hard and the crews are trying desperately to get the heating systems complete as quickly as possible. (S08,E07)

Episode 8Sky's the Limit

The builds are nearly finished and in the final days, the builders are trying to complete the cabins without more issues. Will they finish in time?(S08,E08)

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