Brick + Beam Detroit

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Events

Getting Started: The Basics of Building Rehab

How-toTalk

6:00pm on Jun 19 2015

Window Restoration Workshop

Hands-onHow-toWindows

10:00am on Jul 18 2015

A House for all Seasons: Weatherizing Your Building

ClassHands-onHow-toWeatherization

10:00am on Sep 19 2015

So you want to save a house?

ClassHow-toSocial

6:00pm on Jan 27 2016

Building Hugger Hosts Community Mingle

ClassHands-onHow-toSocial

1:00pm on Jan 30 2016

Insurance & Security Social

ClassHow-toSocialTalk

6:00pm on Feb 23 2016

Interior Painting by Habitat for Humanity

ClassDIYHow-to

11:00am on Mar 19 2016

Paint It Right

ClassHands-onHow-to

10:00am on Mar 26 2016

2016 Boston Edison Home Preservation Fair

DIYHands-onHow-to

12:00pm on May 7 2016

Detroit Home Improvement Expo

ClassHow-toSocial

10:00am on May 21 2016

Jefferson-Chalmers Block Build!

ClassDIYHands-onHow-to

9:00am on Jun 25 2016

Masonry Repoint & Repair Class

ClassDIYHands-onHow-toMasonry

9:03am on Jul 23 2016

Abate Me! Managing lead, asbestos & other hazardous materials in your home

ClassDIYHow-toLeadTalk

6:00pm on Jan 24 2017

Saturday Homeowner Workshop Series - Plumbing

ClassDIYHands-onHow-toPlumbing

10:30am on Jan 28 2017

Abate Me! Managing lead, asbestos & other hazardous materials in your home

ClassDIYHands-onHow-toLeadSocial

6:00pm on Feb 1 2017

Detroit Training Center Saturday Homeowner Workshop Series - Residential Inspections

ClassDIYHands-onHow-toInspecting

10:30am on Feb 4 2017

Plumbing and Boiler Basics

ClassDIYHow-toPlumbing

6:00pm on Mar 29 2017

Mastering Masonry

ClassDIYHands-onHow-toMasonry

10:00am on Apr 22 2017

Fireside Chat

ChimneyClassFireplaceHow-toSocialTalk

6:00am on Feb 21 2018

Finance Fair and Vacant Not Blighted Home Tour

ClassFinancingHow-toTalk

12:00pm on Aug 18 2018

Learn Basic Plumbing

ClassHow-toPlumbing

6:00pm on Oct 9 2018

Learn Basic Electrical

ClassDIYElectricalHow-to

6:00pm on Oct 23 2018

Learn Basic Interior Painting and Repair

ClassDIYHands-onHow-toPainting

6:00pm on Nov 27 2018

Learn Basic Plumbing!

ClassHow-toPlumbing

9:30am on Feb 23 2019

Being your own General Contractor!

ClassDIYHow-toTalk

6:00pm on Mar 6 2019

MHPN Realtor Education for Older & Historic Properties

ClassHistoric DistrictsHow-toMortgage

10:00am on Apr 6 2019

How to Choose & Hire a Contractor

ClassHow-toTalk

6:00pm on Apr 9 2019

Detroit Revitalization Fellowship Program: Water + Energy Efficiency Workshops

ClassDIYHands-onHow-toWeatherization

9:00am on Apr 27 2019

Wood Window Repair Hands-on Series

ClassHands-onHow-toWindows

9:30am on Jun 15 2019

DTC Rough Carpentry Workshop

ClassHow-toRough Carpentry

9:30am on Jun 22 2019

Drywall Mudding and Taping Workshop

ClassDrywallHow-tomudding

1:30pm on Jun 22 2019

DIY Weatherization Demonstrations hosted by DRF

Classenergy-efficientHow-toWeatherization

9:00am on Jul 28 2019

Cody Rouge Landscaping Workshop

ClassCody RougeGardeningHow-toLandscapingSustainability

9:30am on Aug 17 2019

Home Depot: Installing Tile Backsplash

ClassHow-toTile

10:00am on Aug 24 2019

Plumbing Basics

ClassDIYHow-toPlumbing

9:30am on Sep 14 2019

Repairing & Painting Historic Exteriors

ClassexteriorsHow-to

9:30am on Sep 28 2019

Home Renovation Workshops: Pex Plumbing & Toilet/Sink Installation

ClassDIYHow-toPlumbing

9:30am on Oct 19 2019

Home Renovation Workshops: Vinyl Siding & Exterior Trim Work

ClassDIYexteriorsHow-to

9:30am on Oct 26 2019

Weatherization Walkthrough

Classenergy-efficientHands-onHow-toWeatherization

9:30am on Oct 26 2019

How to Choose & Hire a Contractor

ClassHow-to

6:30pm on Oct 29 2019

Arise Detroit! 2019 Neighborhoods Rising Summit

ClassHow-toResourcesSocialTalk

8:00am on Nov 2 2019

Home Renovation Workshops: Rough Carpentry & Drywall Mudding/Taping

ClassDIYDrywallHow-tomuddingRough Carpentry

9:30am on Nov 2 2019

Smart Home 101

ClassHow-to

7:00pm on Nov 4 2019

Intro to Preservation Trades: Windows 101

ClassDIYHow-toWindows

9:30am on Nov 9 2019

How to Scope Your Repair Project

ClassHow-to

5:30pm on Nov 13 2019

PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION WORKSHOP

How-toPropety Taxes

9:00am on Nov 14 2019

Master of Plaster Workshop

ClassDIYHow-to

10:00am on Nov 16 2019

Building Sawhorses: Workshop Wednesdays at East Warren Tool Library

ClassDIYHands-onHow-toRough Carpentry

6:00pm on Nov 20 2019

Electrical Basics: Workshop Wednesdays at East Warren Tool Library

ClassDIYElectricalHands-onHow-to

6:00pm on Dec 4 2019

Ceramic Tile Walls Home Renovation Workshop

ClassDIYHands-onHow-toTile

1:30pm on Dec 7 2019

Project Planning: Workshop Wednesdays at East Warren Tool LIbrary

ClassDIYHow-to

6:00pm on Dec 11 2019

Rough Carpentry Workshop

ClassHands-onHow-toRough Carpentry

1:30pm on Dec 14 2019

Drywall: Mudding and Taping Home Renovation Workshop

ClassDIYDrywallHands-onHow-to

1:30pm on Dec 14 2019

Free First Time Homebuyer Seminar

ClassDetroit Home MortgageFinanceFinancingHow-toResourcesTalk

12:00pm on Jan 25 2020

Pathways to Homeownership

ClassDetroit Home MortgageFinanceFinancingHow-toMortgageResources

5:30pm on Feb 12 2020

Basics of Pruning with Detroit Future City

ClassDIYHow-toLandscaping

5:00pm on Mar 24 2020

POSTPONED! Researching Your Home's History!

ClassHow-toResourcesTour

10:00am on Mar 28 2020

Intro to Wood Windows, Digital Class

ClassDIYHow-toTalkWindows

12:00pm on Apr 21 2020

Introduction to Bee Keeping Webinar with Keep Growing Detroit

ClassDIYHow-to

1:00pm on Apr 25 2020

Walk-Through Webinar: How to do a Self-Inspection

ClassDIYHow-toInspecting

12:00pm on May 12 2020

Garden Maintenance Workshop with Detroit Future City

ClassDIYHow-toLandscaping

6:00pm on May 19 2020

Keep Growing Detroit:Tips for Hot Crops

ClassGardeningHow-toLandscapingResources

1:00pm on May 23 2020

SheHive Masterminds: Entrepreneurs' Circle

FinancingHow-toResourcesTalk

12:00pm on May 28 2020

Keep Growing Detroit: Foraging in the D!

ClassGardeningHow-to

1:00pm on May 30 2020

ROCKIN RICE: Growing Small Scale Grains Webinar with Keep Growing Detroit

ClassGardeningHow-to

1:00pm on Jun 13 2020

Planting Techniques Workshop with Detroit Future City

ClassDIYGardeningHow-toLandscaping

6:00pm on Aug 18 2020

How to Successfully Plan and Complete a Survey of Historic Community Resources

ClassHistoric DistrictsHow-to

1:00pm on Aug 20 2020

Landscaping with Native Plants

ClassGardeningHow-toLandscaping

1:00pm on Aug 29 2020

Bench Building Workshop with Detroit Future City

ClassDIYHow-toRough Carpentry

5:30pm on Sep 17 2020

Hardwood Flooring Coating Workshop w/ DTC

ClassDIYHow-to

1:30pm on Oct 24 2020

Installing Kitchen Counters Workshop w/ DTC

ClassDIYHow-to

1:30pm on Oct 24 2020

Virtual How-To: Tiling with Mona Lisa Development

ClassHow-toTile

11:30am on Dec 2 2020

Q & A

I'd like to recycle as much as possible through this process! Are there any tips for where I can take different materials, how to best use bulk pickup days, or specialized dumpster services?

2 answers. Asked by Erin Kelly on Jan. 27, 2016

How-toReclaimed MaterialsRenovation

Basement masonry mortar repair. Can/should I do it myself?

3 answers. Asked by Keegan Mahoney on Jan. 29, 2016

General ContractorsHow-toMasonryRepointing

Any cute ideas for separating merged front yard?

3 answers. Asked by Misha Lj Stallworth on Mar. 24, 2016

DIYExteriorHow-toLandscaping

How can I clean years of unsightly aging from brick?

1 answer. Asked by Arthur Merriweather on Jun. 23, 2016

ExteriorHow-toMasonryRenovation

Looking for Long-term business cooperation with contractor

2 answers. Asked by ido on Sep. 16, 2016

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Does anyone have a recommendation for someone to install a chimney cap

3 answers. Asked by Rosalind on May. 9, 2017

How-toRoofing

I have an ecommerce retail business and I want to create a brick and mortar. I used to intern with Brick + Beam!

3 answers. Asked by Nathan Daniel on Apr. 24, 2018

BathroomDesignDIYDoorsDrywallElectricalEnvironmental RemediationExteriorFinancingFlooringFoundationGeneral ContractorsGuttersHands-onHardwareHow-toHVACInspectingInsuranceInteriorKitchenLandscapingLeadMasonryMetalworkMortgagePaintingPermittingPlasterPlumbingPorchesPreservationPurchasingReclaimed MaterialsRenovationRepointingResearchRoofingSecuringSecuring / BoardingSewerSidingSocialStorytellingStructuralTalkTileWaterproofingWeatherizationWhole House MaintenanceWindowsWood

Looking for cheap to free building materials

2 answers. Asked by Melissa Cabeen on Aug. 5, 2018

BathroomCabinetsChimneyChimneysDIYDoorsDrywallElectricalExteriorFlooringGeneral ContractorsHands-onHistoric DistrictHow-toPlumbingReclaimed MaterialsRenovationWindowsWood

Lead removal company

4 answers. Asked by Kristi on Aug. 20, 2018

CarpentryDIYDoorsExteriorGeneral ContractorsHow-toInspectingInteriorLeadPaintingRenovationResearchTalkWindows

Turner Restoration and Window Workshops

1 answer. Asked by Elizabeth Findeis on Oct. 30, 2018

Hands-onHistoric DistrictHow-toWindowsWood

Thinking about rehabbing a small home from DLBA.

3 answers. Asked by Ryan Lemieur on Apr. 18, 2019

BlogDesignDetroit Home MortgageElectricalEnvironmental RemediationExteriorGeneral ContractorsHow-toLandscapingPermittingPlumbingPurchasingReclaimed MaterialsRenovationStructuralWhole House MaintenanceWindows

Does anyone have experience using the DHM for rehab without a project manager?

1 answer. Asked by Chelsie on Jun. 5, 2019

Detroit Home MortgageGeneral ContractorsHow-toMortgageRenovationResearchWhole House Maintenance

What type of mortar should I use for tuck pointing our 1939 house?

1 answer. Asked by Lou on Mar. 28, 2020

How-toMasonry

Are there any grants available for Rehab on an apartment building?

1 answer. Asked by Yolanda K Russell on May. 14, 2020

BathroomBoilersCarpentryChimneysDIYDoorsDrywallElectricalEnvironmental RemediationexteriorsFireplaceFlooringFoundationGeneral ContractorsGrantsGuttersHistoric DistrictsHow-toLeadMaterialPaintingPlasterPropety TaxesPurchasingRain BarrelSecuringSecuring / BoardingSewerSustainabilityTileWaterproofingWeatherizationWhole House Maintenance

Is there funding available to help with rehabbing a house? I recently bought a home in district 4 that I plan to live in with my 2 year old daughter. I was sent this link by city councilmen André L. Spivey

4 answers. Asked by Brandon Foutner on Jun. 24, 2020

BathroomBoilersBungalowCabinetsCarpentryDesignDIYDoorsDrywallElectricalenergy-efficientExteriorFinanceFinancingFlooringFoundationGeneral ContractorsGrantsGuttersHands-onHow-toHVACInspectingInteriorKitchenLoansMasonryMaterialPaintingPlumbingPorchesReclaimed MaterialsRepairRoofingSewerStorytellingStructuralSustainabilityTileWaterproofingWeatherizationWhole House MaintenanceWindowsWood

Who can I volunteer with to learn some restoration skills? I live in BEHD.

1 answer. Asked by Barbara D Johnson on Feb. 4, 2021

Hands-onHistoric DistrictHow-toWindowsWood

Contractors

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Resources

How to Save a Building: A Grassroots Guide for Local Preservationists

How-toPreservation

Lead Resource Guide

DIYExteriorHow-toInteriorLead

How to Weatherize Your Windows

DIYExteriorHow-toWeatherizationWindows

Cabinet Design and Installation: What you need to know before you go shopping for your cabinets

CabinetsDIYHow-toInterior

Buying and Installing Used Flooring

DIYFlooringHow-toInteriorReclaimed MaterialsWood

Guide to Using Salvaged Doors

DIYDoorsHow-toReclaimed Materials

Wood Columns Can Be Repaired: Save Them!

ColumnsExteriorHow-to

The Repair, Replacement and Maintenance of Historic Slate Roofs

ExteriorHow-toRoofing

What is a "General Contractor"?

General ContractorsHow-to

A Guide to Researching Your Corktown Home

How-toPreservationResearch

Working With Lots: A Field Guide

DIYExteriorHow-toLandscaping

Tip Sheet on Wood Windows

DIYHow-toWindows

Selecting Contractors & Soliciting Bids for Your Vintage Home Rehab Project

General ContractorsHow-toRenovation

Tip Sheet: Sash Rope Replacement

DIYHow-toWindows

Tip Sheet: Stripping Metal Hardware

DIYHardwareHow-toLead

Video: Working with Windows in 5 parts

DIYExteriorHow-toWindows

The Window Sash Bible: A Guide to Maintaining and Restoring Old Wood Windows

DIYHow-toWindows

Dare to Repair: A Do-it-Herself Guide to Fixing (Almost) Anything in the Home

DIYExteriorHow-toInteriorWhole House Maintenance

Key Questions to Consider Before Buying a Property

How-toPurchasingResearch

Worksheet for Buying a Property

FinancingHow-toPurchasingResearch

Getting Historic District Commission Approval for Projects

Historic DistrictHow-to

Finding Contact Info for LLC or Corporation

How-toPurchasingResearch

Vacant Property Toolbox

How-toPurchasingResearchSecuringSecuring / Boarding

Strategies and Resources to Address Vacant Structures

How-toResearchSecuring

Homeowners Insurance: Tips and Tricks

How-toInsurancePurchasingResearchWhole House Maintenance

Renovation Security Tips and Tricks

How-toPurchasingRenovationSecuring / BoardingWhole House Maintenance

Home Rehab Workshop Videos (5 unique videos)

DIYExteriorHistoric DistrictHow-toLeadPurchasingWhole House Maintenance

Recap: Building Hugger Community Mingle

BlogDIYEvent recapHow-toWindows

Watch stories of home repair "hustle" from our April storytelling night!

DIYEvent recapHow-to

Detroit & Michigan Contractor List

General ContractorsHow-toRenovationWhole House Maintenance

Rehab Checklists - Interiors and Exteriors/Systems

DIYExteriorGeneral ContractorsHow-toInteriorPurchasingWhole House Maintenance

A helpful guide for taking care of your whole bungalow

BungalowExteriorHow-toInteriorMasonryRepointing

The Exceedingly Comprehensive Guide to DIY Home Improvement for First-Time Homeowners

DIYElectricalExteriorFlooringHow-toInteriorLandscapingPaintingPlumbingRenovation

Repointing Mortar Joints in Historic Masonry Buildings

DIYExteriorHow-toMasonryRepointing

DIY Home Inspection - From the Mouth of a Contractor

DIYGeneral ContractorsHow-toInspectingPurchasingResearch

Drywall Repair

DIYDrywallHow-to

Using the Detroit Home Mortgage

How-toPurchasingRenovation

How to “How-To”

DIYHow-toResearch

Do I Need a Permit? BSEED Guide

DIYExteriorHow-toInspectingPermittingWhole House Maintenance

Henry Frerk & Sons: A Trusted Source for Masonry Info! 

How-toMasonry

DIY Radiator Cover

BoilerDIYHow-toInteriorRadiators

Masonry with MHPN: Old Brick Resources

How-toMasonryPreservation

Resources for renovating your historic Detroit home

BlogDIYGrantsHistoric DistrictHow-toLoansPreservationRenovationResearchWhole House Maintenance

COVID-19 and Homeownership

FinancingHow-toRepairResearchWhole House Maintenance

Guide to Researching Your Home's History (from Home!)

Historic DistrictHow-toResearch

Home Repair Online-- Some of Our Favorite Sites

BlogDIYHow-toResearch

Wood Window Repair

DIYExteriorHow-toWindows

Interior Painting Resource Guide

DIYHow-toInteriorPainting

How to Hire a Contractor

General ContractorsHow-toPurchasingResearch

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