Workshop Overviews
Welcome to our hands-on home improvement courses, designed to empower homeowners and remodelers with the skills and confidence needed to tackle a variety of projects. Whether you're a first-time homeowner or looking to enhance your DIY expertise, our engaging classes cover everything from essential repairs and electrical work to interior design and outdoor projects. With a focus on practical experience and expert guidance, you'll gain the knowledge to manage your home effectively and make informed decisions, all while transforming your living space into a reflection of your unique style. Join us and unlock your potential as a capable and confident homeowner!
Our Workshops
Homeowner 101
Dive into the essentials of homeownership in this interactive, hands-on class designed for new homeowners and remodelers. You’ll gain practical experience in common tasks using provided tools and materials.
Topics include safety, tool usage, home mechanics, and hands-on projects like vinyl siding, roofing, drywall repair, painting, trim work, door hardware installation, and basic plumbing repairs.
Building 101
Navigate the building process with our comprehensive checklist course. You'll learn about project planning, blueprints, material choices, site layout, and foundational work.
Understand the steps involved in constructing a new building or addition, and identify tasks you can handle yourself versus those best left to professionals.
Drywall 101
Master the art of drywall installation and finishing in this hands-on workshop. Learn to measure, cut, hang, and finish drywall, as well as explore techniques for adding textures and trims.
Whether you're building a new room or renovating, this course equips you with the skills to create smooth, professional-looking walls.
Please beware, there will be sanding involved! "For those about to rock, we salute you."
Electrical 101
Shockingly most people are afraid of electric work and will run from it. Come join us for a basic hands ons approach to circuitry and devices.
You will have the power to change out and install switches and outlets as well as lights and fans.
Get charged up with the skills to tackle basic electrical tasks—or know when to call in a professional!
Exteriors 101
Roofs, decks, and siding—oh my! Discover the essentials of roofing and leak detection while learning to think like water. Walk the planks of decking and handrails, mastering how to seamlessly blend a deck into your landscape and home.
Wrap it up with vinyl siding and trims to keep out the wind and rain. Get ready for plenty of outdoor work on sunny days—and maybe even some fencing!
Interiors 101
Come hang a door, set cabinets and vanities, and add trim to put the finishing touches on your rooms. Learn to use specialty tools and pick up tricks of the trade, starting with paint-grade finishes and moving on to stain-grade options. We’ll also explore custom work, advanced projects, and a bit of drywall art.
Remember, a little putty and a little paint makes a job what it ain’t!
Kitchens and Baths 101
Cook up a blend of essential skills for remodeling your kitchen and bath! This course focuses on flooring, plumbing, electrical work, cabinets, and those little touches that make a big difference in style and functionality.
Through hands-on activities, you’ll not only stretch your abilities but also learn how to maximize your budget for impressive results. Get ready to transform your spaces with confidence!
Home Maintenance 101
Home maintenance tasks never end! This class covers all the little tweaks you can make to your home and shows you how to tackle them quickly and affordably. From hanging blinds to removing ceiling textures and repairing gutters, you’ll learn effective techniques to shorten that to-do list.
We encourage couples to work together in this class and be a handy team.
