Since the spouses began showcasing their house rehabs on Home Town in 2016, fans of the series have flocked to Laurel, Mississippi, to get a glimpse of the picturesque city the Napiers beautify, one house at a time. “People have come from as far away as New Zealand and Australia just to see Laurel, and it will always fascinate me,” marvels Erin. Much of the show’s appeal comes from Ben and Erin themselves. Their warmth and folksy charm, in the vein of Home Town apart from other makeover series (while also driving it to record ratings highs in Season 4). Indeed, when discussing the new episodes, which the Napiers filmed while taking safety measures during the pandemic, Erin notes the lack of physical interaction with their clients. “We stand a little more distanced, and the ‘reveal day’ hugs are missing,” she says. Still, she promises these 16 installments are “full of heart.”