Home Maintenance & Improvement Education
With support from sponsors, we continue our public education to help homeowners:
- Understand how their homes work
- Maintain their homes
- Qualify contractors
- Do their own repair or improvement projects
Project Home’s home maintenance sessions are free and open to the public. All presentations are given by Project Home staff.
2024 Class Schedule
**Please contact the class host library to register.
Wed. Feb. 21 – Basic Household Plumbing — (Mt. Horeb Public Library — 6:30-8:00pm) — Ever had problems replacing a toilet, sink or faucet? Learn the basics, the importance of the right tools and things to look out for. Also receive info on how to deal with drain problems and maintain your drainage system. Sponsored by MG&E.
Tues. Mar. 12 – Spring Home Maintenance — (Urban League of Greater Madison— 6:30-8:00pm) — Once the snow has melted and Spring has sprung – it’s not just Spring-cleaning time…it’s Spring home maintenance time! At this class we will discuss the things you need to check on, each year, in order to keep your home safe and healthy. If you stay on top of these maintenance items, it will help you avoid problems and costly repairs down the road. Sponsored by MG&E.
Wed. Mar. 20 – Spring Home Maintenance — (Deerfield Public Library — 6:00-7:30pm) — Once the snow has melted and Spring has sprung – it’s not just Spring-cleaning time…it’s Spring home maintenance time! At this class we will discuss the things you need to check on, each year, in order to keep your home safe and healthy. If you stay on top of these maintenance items, it will help you avoid problems and costly repairs down the road. Sponsored by MG&E.
Wed. Apr 10 – Strategies to Prevent Basement Flooding – (Stoughton Public Library– 6:00pm-7:30pm) – Ever had water in your basement? Whether it’s a reoccurring issue or has only happened during extreme weather conditions, in most cases, it can be avoided. With some planning, a few rules and basic landscaping tools, most homeowners can address this problem on their own. Sponsored by MG&E
Tues. May 7 – (NEW) Hiring a Home Improvement Contractor – (Waunakee Public Library – 6:00pm-7:30pm) – Hiring a home improvement contractor can be a daunting task, but taking the time to do it right can save you a lot of headaches down the road. Don’t fret, we’ve got you covered! Credentials and licenses, written contracts, and clear communication are some of the things you will need to navigate. We will give you valuable information and tips on avoiding common pitfalls to ensure that you will have an epic home improvement experience with a contractor you can trust. Sponsored by MG&E
Wed, June 26 – Bathroom Renovations — (Rosemary Garfoot Public Library in Cross Plains) — 6:00pm-7:30pm) — Bathrooms can be tricky projects to tackle, but some general knowledge can go a long way. Join us for this class as our Master Certified Remodeler and Universal Design Certified Professional, Bob Weirough, gives you the basics for some of the most common bathroom upgrades (flooring, faucets and shower installs). The right products and tools are very important to the success and longevity of any bathroom renovation. Sponsored by MG & E
Wed. Aug. 7 – Drywall Installation & Repair – (DeForest Public Library — 6:00pm-7:30pm) – How did your last drywall project go? If it was a bit of a struggle or didn’t turn out as well as you hoped…you should join us for this class! Techniques and strategies make a big difference…sometimes it’s having the right tools…and sometimes it’s knowing what products work best in each situation. Let’s cover the basics and all become better drywallers, because chances are, if you own a home…you will have to do drywall work at some point. Sponsored by MG & E.
Tues. Sept. 10 – Fall Home Maintenance — (Urban League of Greater Madison at the Black Business Hub — 6:00-8:00pm) — It’s getting colder, and winter will be here before you know it! At this class we will discuss how to prep your home for those frigid Winter months and the items you need to check on, each year, in order to keep your home safe and healthy. If you stay on top of these maintenance items, it will help you avoid problems and costly repairs down the road – and keep your home warmer this winter. Sponsored by MG & E. ALL ARE WELCOME. REGISTER
Thurs. Sept. 12 – Saving Energy in Your Home (presented by Project Home & MG&E) — (E.D. Locke Public Library in McFarland — 6:00pm-7:30pm) — Understand your house as a system as we examine common sources of energy loss and how air sealing and insulation work together to improve energy efficiency and comfort. We will also discuss simple upgrades you can make that are proven cost-effective energy savers. Sponsored by MG&E.
Thurs. Oct. 3 – Fall Home Maintenance — (Belleville Public Library — 6:00pm-7:30pm) — It’s getting colder, and winter will be here before you know it! At this class we will discuss how to prep your home for those frigid Winter months and the items you need to check on, each year, in order to keep your home safe and healthy. If you stay on top of these maintenance items, it will help you avoid problems and costly repairs down the road – and keep your home warmer this winter. Sponsored by MG & E.
Nov. 6 – Understand & Maintain Your Furnace – (Monona Public Library – 6:00pm-7:30pm) – Learn about what you can do to help maintain your heating system and what to ask for when your furnace is serviced by a heating professional. Plus we will have our training furnace on hand to review the components of a forced air furnace. And as always, bring your questions! Sponsored by MG & E.
View one of our most popular classes - Fall Home Maintenance.
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