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Continuing Education > Jan. - April 2010 Spring Course Schedule > Home Repair and Maintenance

Home Repair and Maintenance

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Doing simple home repairs yourself can save money and prevent time off from work to monitor repair professionals. Completing simple projects yourself, at times convenient to you, gives you a sense of pride and personal accomplishment. Learn which projects you can safely tackle and which ones you should leave for the professionals. Also learn to describe the repairs you need accurately so you can quickly negotiate with repair professionals.

Home Repair 101 - The Basics

In just 16 hours, this course introduces you to the convenience and savings of do-it-yourself, basic home repair and when to call in the professionals. This confidence-building course is ideal for the novice home owner/repairman who wants to take on even more limited repairs. The course begins with selection and use of basic hand and power tools and personal protective equipment. Students practice using selected power tools under instructor guidance. Safety is stressed when working on a home's structural, HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems. Explore what really is behind the walls of your home. Learn how to perform limited maintenance or repairs on the HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems, that may include door bell circuits, lamp repair, switch and receptacle replacement, light fixture installation, lockset replacement, faucet repair, replacement of toilet tank components, clearing jams on garbage disposals, caulking, minor drywall repair, and simple tile repairs. A hardcover, color-illustrated home repair book is included. Location: St. Paul's Parish Site. Books included

XPOB 596-523
XPOB 596-524

1/30-2/20
3/27-4/24

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1-5 p.m.
1-5 p.m.

$199
$199

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No Class on 4/17