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Comprehensive Home Repair and Improvement

47 hours on-demand video

$ 199.99

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Brief Introduction

Everything you need to know to tackle nearly any home repair or improvement project yourself

Description

Even if you've never picked up a tool, you can most definitely learn to maintain your own home. Join me as I cover a multitude of topics and teach you home repair and improvement, starting with the basics and progressing into the more advanced. I'll walk you through every step with easy to follow instructions, tutorials and sample projects. After completing this course, you may never need to hire a contractor again!

Requirements

Requirements
A desire to learn
Various tools and supplies, depending on the project
Some time practicing to obtain proficiency

Knowledge

How to identify and properly use a range of hand and power tools, and which ones you should own
Basic electrical concepts
How to work with and install electrical devices such as outlets, switches and fixtures
How to add a new circuit breaker to a panel
How to pull wire to devices and terminate accordingly
Basic framing concepts
How to build an interior partition wall
How to install insulation
How to install, finish and repair drywall
How to install an interior door
How to install and finish trims such as baseboard and crown molding
How to install vinyl flooring
How to install wood flooring
How to install ceramic tile
How to install an epoxy floor coating
Plumbing basics
How to work with and install plumbing systems using copper, steel, PVC, CPVC and PEX
How to install a cabinet, sink and faucet
How to install a toilet
How to fix leaky plumbing fixtures
How to work with and install natural gas piping
How to work with and install ductwork
How to address several basement water issues
How to troubleshoot and/or install several appliances including a garbage disposal, exhaust fan, water heater, furnace, air conditioner, clothes washer & dryer
How to replace pieces of wood and vinyl siding
How to replace or modify sections of roofing shingles and fix leaks
How to properly select and use wall anchors
Types of sealants, lubricants and adhesives and when to use each
How to navigate code and permitting requirements

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