DIY Home Skills: A Hands-On Homeowner Series
The DIY Home Skills series is designed to help homeowners and aspiring DIYers better understand how their homes are built, and how to safely take care of them. Each class focuses on a core home system or construction skill, breaking it down into clear, practical lessons you can actually use.
Across the series, students will learn the fundamentals of electrical, plumbing, framing, and trim & drywall, including how systems work, common components, basic repairs, and essential safety practices. These classes are hands-on, beginner-friendly, and focused on real-world situations, helping you build confidence, troubleshoot common issues, and know when a project is within reach, or when it’s time to call a professional.
Whether you’re a new homeowner, a weekend DIYer, or someone who simply wants to better understand your house, this series provides the knowledge and skills to approach home projects with clarity and confidence.
NOTE: These classes are for educational purposes and do not replace the services of a licensed professional where required by law. Participants are responsible for complying with applicable codes, permits, and safety requirements. Manor Mill and the instructor assume no responsibility for work performed outside of class.
CLASSES
Electrical Essentials with Michael Guarraia
Sunday, April 12, 3:30-5:30PM
Electrical Essentials is a practical, beginner-friendly class designed to help homeowners understand and safely handle common electrical tasks around the house. You’ll learn how your electrical system works, including circuit breakers, outlets, and switches, as well as how to safely test circuits and replace basic fixtures. With a strong focus on safety and real-world application, this course builds confidence and knowledge so you can tackle minor electrical projects, troubleshoot issues, and know when it’s time to call a professional.
Please note: this class is not intended to cover tasks and projects that should be handled by a licensed electrician.
Additional classes will be scheduled this spring. If there are topics you want to see covered, please fill out the below form.