Create your ideal home with our Workshops for Womxn! Next up: Essential Home Maintenance, 7pm EST Tuesday 9/22.
Hands-On
Home Maintenance 101
Gain Practical Skills for Effective Home Care
Through live demonstrations, a power tool petting zoo, and hands-on practice in this series you’ll learn how to prevent and diagnose common problems; conduct basic repairs on your own; and know when it’s time to call in a professional.
If you’re looking to save money, practice basic skills, or simply feel more at ease when it comes to facing emergency and permanent repairs – this workshop is for you!
Join us in a judgment-free environment and take the first step towards addressing preventable issues and becoming capable and confident in managing your home!
Open to renters and homeowners. No previous experience is required. All genders are encouraged to attend.
How to Prepare
- Dress comfortably, things may get a little messy
- Bring pen & paper
- We supply tools, but, it is also good to practice various hands-on techniques using your own tools. So feel welcome to bring them along if you have them (drill, battery, screwdrivers, pliers).
We Cover
General Maintenance: Safety and seasonal home care rituals
Your Essential Toolbox: Explore a power tool petting zoo and receive a starter tools checklist
Power Tools: Safely use a nail gun, stapler, and power drill
Plumbing: Understand sources to tackle leaks and clogs
Electrical Essentials: Replace outlets and switches
Wall Repair: Beginners patching techniques
Caulking: Seal gaps for improved insulation
Sign Up!
Washington, DC. 10-4:30. Saturday, March 8.
HOST
This workshop is created and presented by Erin Helland of HardHat Diplomat. Erin is a board-certified national home inspector and commercial and residential RENOVATION COACH. Erin has rehabbed multiple properties, created long-term and vacation rentals, and coached property owners across the United States through remodeling projects from simple room makeovers to multi-million dollar endeavors. She loves to share her organizational tools and experience to help others – especially women – become their own project managers and feel confident in making informed and cost-effective decisions when buying and renovating a home.
SPONSORS
Many thanks to our sponsor, realtor Alison Scimeca of the RARE DC (Radically Authentic Real Estate). The RARE DC is a multifaceted full service real estate lifestyle brand that helps people learn about real estate topics of all kinds, find home inspiration, get to know their city, and buy or sell their own awesome home. A true lover of design and style, Alison offers virtual and in-person interior design services as well. She is host of the podcast “Rent, Move, Buy” where she brings on industry experts to answer the area’s most burning real estate questions and shares her content on Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and The RARE YouTube Channel. The RARE DC is dedicated to making the market less intimidating by introducing authentic, real-world information to prospective buyers and sellers in a fun and creative way.
Prevent. Repair. Save.
Get Ready
We encourage use of public transit or ride-share. Use of the extremely limited Zone 2 metered street parking is discouraged. The Spot Hero app may help you reserve a nearby parking lot space at discounted rate.
Please come through the glass front door on 14th street. We will need to escort you up to the 4th floor via elevator, so please arrive on time.
Food will be provided for a 30 minute lunch break. Thank you Alison Scimeca of the RARE DC!
Bring a pen and paper to take notes. Dress comfortably. Bring your own tools if you like! Come ready to share and learn together.
HardHat Diplomat
Website: hardhatdiplomat.com
Instagram:@HardHat Diplomat
Facebook:@HardHat Diplomat
the RARE DC
Website: theraredc.com
Instagram: @theRAREDC
Facebook: @theRAREDC
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Course Origin
This course is a product of a personal journey, transformed into a welcoming and empowering space for all. I’ve experienced the intimidation of home maintenance and repairs, but I also recognized I had handy capabilities. I just wanted something more than online tutorials; I craved guidance and a friendly mentor.
I understand that many of you have the potential to handle basic maintenance, yet you seek a helping hand as you dive into it. That’s why I designed this course. It’s a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment that encourages questions and embraces the idea that mistakes are part of the learning process.
-Erin
POLICIES
We require a minimum of 6 participants to hold this workshop as scheduled.
Due to the nature of this workshop, refunds are: 100% if canceled 14 calendar days prior. 50% if canceled up to 8 days prior. No refunds for no-shows or week-of cancellations.
Masks are optional. Please wear one if you are not 100%.