Essential DIY Skills for Basic Home Repair and Maintenance — PickAClass
⏱ 2h 42m 📚 27 lessons

Essential DIY Skills for Basic Home Repair and Maintenance

This course teaches complete beginners the foundational techniques and safety protocols required to confidently tackle everyday repairs around the house.

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About this course

Tired of calling a professional for every minor home issue? Developing basic DIY skills is the key to maintaining your home efficiently and saving money. By the end of this course, you will understand how to safely use common hand and power tools, diagnose simple household problems, and execute minor repairs in plumbing, carpentry, and electrical systems with confidence. What you'll learn: * Understand the functions and safe handling of essential hand and power tools. * Master crucial safety procedures, ergonomics, and systematic troubleshooting for maintenance tasks. * Practice fundamental diagnostic techniques for common issues like leaky faucets or loose fixtures. * Apply correct measuring, cutting, fastening, and joining methods for basic carpentry and wall repairs. * Configure basic electrical components safely, such as replacing switches or outlet covers. * Select appropriate materials and modern adhesives for durable and lasting repairs. The course begins by establishing a strong foundation in tool identification and workshop safety, then systematically moves through practical repair scenarios across different areas of the home, emphasizing proper technique and material selection. This course is designed specifically for beginners with no prior experience in home repair or construction. No specialized tools or prior knowledge are required to start learning. Start building your practical maintenance skills today.

What you'll get

  • 📜 Certificate of completion
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  • 💬 Personal AI tutor
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  • Short & focused
    2h 42m of practical content

Certificate of completion

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Coursework summary
Lessons completed 14 / 14
Practice questions 26 / 28
Assignments submitted 4 (avg 4.5 / 5)
Capstone project Reviewed — 4.6 / 5
Total practice 6.2 hrs
Performance benchmark
Cohort rank Top 12% of 1,625
Time to completion 11 days (median: 22)
Mastery score 91 / 100
Practice-question score 94%
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Frequently asked

What do I need to take this course? +

Just a phone or computer with internet. No installs, no special hardware.

How do I pay? +

By card via Stripe. We don’t store card details — Stripe handles them securely.

Can I get a refund? +

Yes — full refund within 14 days, no questions asked.

How long will I have access? +

Forever. Once you purchase, the course is yours to revisit anytime.

Will I get a certificate? +

Yes. On completion you'll receive a certificate you can add to your LinkedIn profile.

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