Student Reviews
"Everything! Instructor was great. The hands on activities were relevant and helpful. Felt like I gained skills I could immediately put to use."
“Mr. Marx is very knowledgeable about the construction trades and he often provided us with helpful insights based on that knowledge.”
“I enjoyed the instructor's accessible mode of instruction, patience with students, and jovial personality.”
“Instructor was great. The hands on activities were relevant and helpful. Felt like I gained skills I could immediately put to use.”
Class Overview
Gain the knowledge and skills needed to do basic repairs and maintenance on your house. You'll feel good learning how to do home projects yourself and you will probably save money as well!
In this beginning level class, learn how to select and safely use common household tools. Participate in a variety of projects that you can learn to do yourself to keep your house in good repair. Gain knowledge about basic plumbing, wall repair, electrical work, weatherization, and home security. You will get some hands-on experience to boost your confidence and familiarity. Explore materials and methods for remodeling, including kitchen and bath remodels, whether that means hiring others or possibly deciding to do parts of the work yourself.
By the end of class, you will be able to perform some of your own home repairs with confidence!
Please Bring These Items to Class
Safety equipment can be purchased from hardware stores and some drug stores. Purchase what seems comfortable for you to use and wear. Please bring and use your safety equipment for all sessions.
- Supplies: tape measure, pen & paper
- Respiratory protection: dust mask, cloth mask, N95 mask, or respirator
- Hearing protection: ear plugs or ear-muff style
- Eye protection: safety glasses or goggles
- Feet: wear sturdy shoes; no open-toe shoes
Learning Objectives
- Learn how to effectively use home power tools
- Gain some hands-on practical experience with common home repairs
- Become familiar with basic materials for home repairs
- Get tips for completing common home repairs yourself or when hiring others to do the work
Who Might Enjoy this Class?
- Homeowners that would like to learn how to handle common basic repairs themselves
- Anyone who wishes to be more handy around the house
- People with no experience and would like a basic introduction to home repair projects
- This class requires a minimum age of 18 years old
Class Details
Winter 2025
- When : Tuesday, Feb 04 to Feb 25 ; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
- Location : SCWTC , SC - WTC -CORE Shop -WTC0105 , 2310 S. Lane St. Seattle WA 98144
- Fee : $349
