Taught
by Paul Plevakas
Licensed General Contractor
Member NARI - National Association of Remodeling Industry
City of Philadelphia License #21180
Taught
by Paul Plevakas
Licensed General Contractor
Member NARI - National Association of Remodeling Industry
City of Philadelphia License #21180
Basic Plumbing - Special One-Day Saturday Seminars
Learn to fix leaks, faucets, connections, and fixtures yourself, be safe, and save thousands.
Temple U Ambler, Ft. Washington Campus. Usually held each Spring in a fun, all-day, Saturday workshop.
Contact Rhonda Geyer, Director. rgeyer@temple.edu or call (215) 283-1304.
Click the arrow to run this video clip from Mythbusters showing dangers of a malfunctioning water heater
Your Own Personal Trainer for Home Repair
Have Paul teach you in your own home for your own projects. Learn to do it yourself with expert and patient personal guidance. Do as much yourself as you want, with Paul there to make sure you are safe and it's done right (and finish anything you'd rather have him handle). E-mail Paul or call (215) 778-2634.
Do-It-Yourself Home Repair Six Week Class
Learn to fix it all: walls, outlets, plumbing, doors, installing ceiling fans, everything you need around the house.
Temple Center City. 1515 Market St. Downtown Philadelphia. Six Saturdays 10am - 1pm (plus extra time for enthusiastic students).Class #1 – Reading a tape measure, hand and power tools, worksite safety
Class #2 – Basic carpentry, dimensional lumber, framing, sheet goods and Fasteners: nails, screws, anchors.
In class project: Construct a stud wall (bring your hammer)
Class #3 – Understanding the household electrical system.
In class project: Install receptacle, switch, light fixture, electrical boxes and wire
Class #4 – Understanding the household plumbing system.
In class project: Hang drywall, tape and spackle
Class #5 – Introduction to locks, doors, windows their construction and installation.
In class project: Sand and apply second coat of joint compound
Class #6 – How to find a reputable contractor plus roofing and flooring.
In class project: Prep and paint wall
Essential Tools
for the Home Toolbox
• Claw hammer 16oz. – 22oz.
• Grooved pliers 12in.
• Lineman pliers 8 – 10in.
• Needlenose pliers
• Adjustable wrenches 6in. and 10in.
• Straight slot screwdriver 1/4in.
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• Utility knife
• Flashlight, drop light, or work light
• 30’ tape measure
• 6’ Step ladder
• 25’ or 50’ extension cord
• 3/8” electric or battery drill/driver
• 7 1/4” electric power saw
Personal Protection Equipment
(PPE). Not required for class, but helpful to have around the house.
• Safety glasses, goggles or faceshield
• Gloves
• Ear protection device
• Hardhat
• Steeltoe shoes
• Respirator
• Fall protection harness
Students Love The Class. Here is What They're Saying
"Great overview of subject."
"Useful! Want more."
"I liked the hands-on experience. This was a very informative class.
Learned a lot."
"Paul's attitude and interaction with students is excellent. I recommend
this class."
"This was a great class! Paul structured it in a very digestible format. We got to create an entire wall section, learning about each layer as we progressed. Having just bought an old house, I feel I now know about how to fix problems. Everyone in the class was so excited to be learning about home repair. Paul was very generous with his time. I want Home Repair II! After we learned about electricity, my husband and I bought a new light fixture. The guy at the store warned us not to buy it unless we knew electricity. We cautiously took the process one step at a time and were thrilled when we flipped the switch and the new ceiling light worked. We never would have had the confidence to do this if not for Paul's class. Also the structure of the class was really smart. By building and wiring our wall, we touched on every subject including plumbing, drywall, electricity, carpentry, etc."
Man stands in his own shadow and wonders why it is dark
- ancient Zen saying
Empower yourself. (Learn to fix the lamp)
More Classes With Paul Plevakas
- Private coaching is available at your location for your own projects. Learn
to do it yourself with expert and patient personal guidance.
E-mail Paul or call (215) 778-2634.
- Not only is Paul a talented craftsman and hard working contractor, he is a second degree Black Belt in the International Black Belt Hall of Fame and gentle martial arts teacher. Come learn Karate and Self Defense with Sensei Paul.
Home Repair
Books
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