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41. Your Essential Toolbox
November 1, 2023
You
40. Renovating a Wet Bar
November 1, 2023
Treat your friends and neighbors to a drink and some snacks at a brand-new, in-home wet bar. In this lesson, you will see how to turn some old cabinets and a dumpy sink into a sparkling showcase for hours of entertaining.
39. Overhead Garage Storage
November 1, 2023
A home can never have enough storage. A garage with good, vertical space is an ideal place to stow boxes and seasonal decorations. See what it takes to install a storage system over the garage door
38. Assembling a Lawn-Tool Organizer
November 1, 2023
A homeowner
37. How to Repair a Broken PVC Sprinkler Pipe
November 1, 2023
It happens: Maybe a freeze cracks a sprinkler pipe or the age of the pipe causes a break. If you have a leaky sprinkler pipe, how do you diagnose it? And what do you do about it? Have no fear
36. Weather-Stripping a Door
November 1, 2023
If you
35. Exterior Paint Touch-Ups
November 1, 2023
As with the difference between interior and exterior lighting, painting outdoors has its own challenges. What kind of paint do you need? How many coats? Touch up your home
34. Power-Washing the House and Walkway
November 1, 2023
Pollen, dust, and other scum easily can turn your sidewalks and siding into eyesores. Fortunately, high-pressure cleaning, once a year, can make your house truly sparkle. Give it a try after this enjoyable explainer.
33. Cleaning a Rain Gutter and Downspout
November 1, 2023
Clogged gutters can be as pesky as clogged toilets, so it
32. Laying New Sod
November 1, 2023
Nothing says proud homeowner like a lush lawn, and the quickest way to transform bare dirt to beautiful grass is by laying new sod. Roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty in this landscape lesson.
31. Decorative Lawn Edges and Lighting
November 1, 2023
Shift your attention from your house to your yard. What would you like to do to beautify your landscaping? In this practical lesson, learn the basics of defining your lawn with edging and accent it with lighting.
30. Patching Stucco
November 1, 2023
Stucco has been around for 9,000 years and is still in use in homes around the world today. One downside to stucco is that it is susceptible to damage from moisture. Learn to repair your home
29. Inspecting and Cleaning a House Foundation
November 1, 2023
Your home
28. Adding a New Kitchen Backsplash
November 1, 2023
Nothing says
27. Replacing Wall Baseboards
November 1, 2023
Baseboard and other moulding are powerful decorative finishes that can add depth to any room. Your big box stores offer countless designs, so dive into the ins and outs of this renovation job in this lesson.
26. Installing Window Blinds
November 1, 2023
Whether you have just moved into a new home or want to upgrade your window treatments, hanging blinds is an expensive task that may take weeks to schedule. Fortunately, it
24. Replacing Door Hardware
November 1, 2023
With their heavy usage, doorknobs are one of the home fixtures that break most often. Replacing a doorknob is a quick, inexpensive job to do yourself. So, take a few minutes to review this simple task in this lesson.
23. Hanging a Mirror
November 1, 2023
Like TVs and shelving, a mirror on the wall will do wonders for making your home expressive and practical. In this helpful lesson, learn to hang a bathroom mirror properly.
22. Hanging Shelves
November 1, 2023
One rule of thumb about houses is they almost never have enough storage. Hanging shelves can add storage, help you organize your stuff, and give your home an expressive design flair. Take the first step to a new home today!
21. Interior Upgrades: Wall-Mounting a TV
November 1, 2023
Home maintenance doesn
20. Sealing Things Up: Caulking
November 1, 2023
As houses settle, cracks may appear all over
19. Painting Interiors
November 1, 2023
Your home
18. Interior Maintenance: Drywall Patching
November 1, 2023
Holes happen. Maybe a child or pet ran a little too fast into a wall, or maybe you
17. Hanging Drywall with Ease
November 1, 2023
The job of hanging drywall may look daunting, but with your expert guidance in this lesson, you
16. Installing Home Insulation
November 1, 2023
What are batts? What does R-value mean? Can you really install your own insulation? Jump into this cozy project and find out how to install your own insulation safely, from garages and attics to basements and crawl spaces.
15. Building a Vegetable Box
November 1, 2023
Have you ever wanted to grow your own food and live more sustainably? Get a 101 introduction to growing goodies in your own backyard.
14. Installing a Smart Thermostat
November 1, 2023
We live in a digital world, and a digital
13. Changing Air Filters and Vents
November 1, 2023
Along with plumbing and electricity, your home
11. Replacing an Interior Light Fixture
November 1, 2023
Along with dimmer switches, your home
10. How to Replace an Electrical Outlet
November 1, 2023
Electricity is the life blood of your home and working outlets are crucial for working circulation. If you have a malfunctioning outlet, don
9. Home Electricity: Installing a Dimmer
November 1, 2023
Mood lighting is one of the best things you can do for creating the right ambience. Installing a dimmer switch is a great introduction to electrical work. From the fuse box to the light switch, tour your home
8. Garbage Disposal Repair and Replacement
November 1, 2023
This motorized piece of kitchen magic is a lifesaver for cleaning up after dinner. But when you flick the switch and hear an angry noise
7. Replacing a Toilet
November 1, 2023
Sometimes repairs won
6. How to Fix a Toilet
November 1, 2023
One of the most common home ailments is the running water sound of a leaky toilet. From flappers to flush valves to frightening clogs, grab a wrench, hitch up your pants, and get started on a surprisingly simple repair.
5. Decorative Yard Plantings
November 1, 2023
Nothing makes a house feel like a home as much as curb appeal. Whether you want to take up gardening as a hobby or beautify your home
4. Installing a Bathroom Faucet
November 1, 2023
Shift your attention from pipes to faucets, those decorative fittings where you get incoming water for your sinks. What happens when a faucet leaks? Or if you want to upgrade your style? Get your toolbox and hone your flair for faucet repair.
3. How to Unclog a Drain
November 1, 2023
One of the most common plumbing tasks is dealing with a clogged drain. We all are familiar with water that takes forever to drain. See how to unlodge those pesky clogs.
2. Understanding Home Plumbing
November 1, 2023
Let
1. Home Repairs, Upgrades, and Beautification
November 1, 2023
Working on your home may feel like a lost art, but with the help of this course, you
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Where to Watch Fundamentals of Home Maintenance: From Repairs to Renovations
Fundamentals of Home Maintenance: From Repairs to Renovations is available for streaming on the The Great Courses website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Fundamentals of Home Maintenance: From Repairs to Renovations on demand at Amazon Prime and Amazon.
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