Plumbing Basics workshop

Name: Plumbing Basics workshop
Start: 2026-05-23T10:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-05-23T14:00:00-04:00
Location: 11902U Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax, VA, United States, Virginia 22033

Schedule

Sat May 23 2026 at 10:00 am to 02:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

11902U Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax, VA, United States, Virginia 22033 | Fairfax, VA

📅Date: Saturday, May 23rd
⏰Start Time: 10:00 AM
⌛Duration: 4 hours
🗺️Location: TradeWorx Academy - Fair Oaks Mall - Upper Level
📍 See our Locate Us page on our website for more information on how to locate us in the mall.
Hiring a plumber for common household repairs can be expensive, however, in this hands-on workshop, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to tackle them safely and effectively on your own.
No prior experience is required — this workshop includes live demonstrations and supervised hands-on practice.
This class walks you step-by-step through real-world plumbing repairs using actual fixtures and tools. You’ll practice essential maintenance tasks that every homeowner should know, plus watch live demonstrations of advanced techniques.
You’ll learn to:
✅Replace a toilet wax ring
✅Replace internal components of a toilet tank
✅Replace hot and cold faucet stems
✅Replace a faucet aerator
✅Replace a mixing valve cartridge and shower/tub downspout
Demonstrations:
How to replace a toilet shut-off valve: Learn when and how to shut off water during repairs.
How to install Pro Press fittings: Discover how modern plumbers use Pro Press fittings to create secure, leak-free connections without soldering.
By the end of this workshop, you’ll be able to:
- Stop leaks under the base of the toilet by properly removing, reseating, and sealing it for a watertight fit.
- Replace fill valves, flappers, and other internal parts that cause running or noisy toilets.
- Fix dripping faucets by removing and replacing worn-out hot and cold stems.
- Improve water flow and pressure by installing a new aerator
Why Take This Class
You’ll leave ready to handle common plumbing fixes with confidence—and know when it’s time to call in a pro.