ABOUT US
At TradeWorx Academy, our mission is to empower homeowners with the skills and confidence they need to tackle DIY repair and remodeling projects in their homes. Whether you're looking to take control of your home projects or ensure that a contractor is doing the job right, we provide the knowledge and tools to make that happen. Our workshops also cater to professionals interested in honing their trade skills and corporate clients who want to gain insights into the tile trade, drywall repair, minor plumbing, and electrical work.
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Our workshops are for DIY enthusiasts 18 and older.
We believe education is the foundation of success—whether you're remodeling your bathroom, replacing a backsplash, or preparing to hire a contractor. We equip our students with practical, hands-on skills, helping them understand how their project should be done and ensuring that proper methods are followed when hiring contractors.

​What Sets Us Apart?
At TradeWorx Academy, you'll learn from highly rated, licensed contractors who bring years of experience directly to you. Our instructors, who are active in the Northern Virginia area, are committed to teaching participants the correct methods for repair and remodeling projects—so you get it right the first time. You’ll leave our workshops with skills taught by true professionals, not hobbyists or unqualified individuals.​
Tile Installation Workshop: Tub/Shower Combo
​​Who We Serve
Our workshops are open to adults aged 18 and up who want to join a thriving DIY community, expand their skill sets, and take ownership of their home projects. In addition to empowering homeowners, we offer advanced workshops for contractors looking to enhance their skills and corporate clients seeking specialized training in the trades.
Why TradeWorx Academy?
TradeWorx Academy was born out of frustration with the shortage of qualified, skilled labor in the trades. As contractors, we’ve seen firsthand how unskilled labor can lead to costly mistakes for homeowners. Over the past few decades, there has been a significant decline in qualified tradespeople, with more professionals exiting the field than entering it. For every 50 licensed contractors leaving the industry, one new entry-level person joins the workforce. If this trend continues, the shortage of skilled labor will only worsen in the next 5–10 years, leaving homeowners vulnerable to poor workmanship and inflated costs.​​

Installation Failure: Improper installation of mortar bed and tile of a shower floor.
At TradeWorx Academy, we aim to reverse this trend by educating and empowering homeowners to gain the skills and confidence to take on their own DIY projects.​​

Tile Basics: Tile, Grout, Thinset, Tools Workshop
​What We Offer
Our workshops cover a wide variety of home improvement skills, including:
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Backsplash Installation
Shower Remodeling
WetWall™ Renovation
Hardwood Flooring Installation
LVT & LVP Installation
Tile Installation
Minor Plumbing Repairs
Minor Electrical Repairs
Drywall Repair & Installation
Decorative Home Improvements
And More!
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In addition, we host fun craft workshops, for those looking to explore their creative side while learning new skill.​
Our Instructors
All of our instructors are licensed, seasoned contractors who are passionate about passing on their expertise. With years of experience in their specific trades, they ensure that every participant learns proper techniques that meet industry standards. Our lead instructor, Richard, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to every class, making each workshop a valuable and enriching experience.
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Our Workshop Locations
Main Workshop - Fair Oaks Mall
Our central location at Fair Oaks Mall makes TradeWorx Academy easily accessible for anyone in the DMV area. The venue offers ample parking, a comfortable learning environment, and is conveniently situated near major transportation routes, making it simple for our students to commute from Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC. Plus, being located in a bustling mall creates a unique learning atmosphere—an engaging space that fosters both education and community.​
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Satellite Workshop - Mariah Business Center
Our satellite location at Mariah Business Center off of Route 50 in Chantilly is dedicated for our smaller advanced workshops such as How to Properly Build A Mortar Bed. This location is also centrally located to multiple tile suppliers like Daltile located in Dulles, VA.

Fair Oaks Mall - Fairfax, VA

Mariah Business Center - Chantilly, VA
Hands On Learning Experience
At TradeWorx Academy, we pride ourselves on offering hands-on and lecture-based workshops with smaller class sizes. This allows for a more personalized experience where participants can interact directly with instructors, ask questions, and practice their new skills with confidence. Whether it's learning how to install a backsplash or repair drywall, our workshops provide practical, real-world applications designed to help students succeed in their projects.





Michael Mahoney Remodeling Project
Success Stories
One of our proudest success stories comes from Michael Mahoney, a homeowner who joined our bathroom remodeling workshop. Guided step by step by our founder and lead instructor Richard, Michael was able to transform his bathroom into a space he was proud of—all on his own. Richard’s expertise and patience gave Michael the confidence and skills to complete his project, turning a daunting task into a rewarding accomplishment. Michael now boasts a beautifully remodeled bathroom that he not only completed but also fully understood every aspect of.
​Read Michael's review of his experience below:
"My bathroom was in a sorry state when Rich came out to take a look at it. It was outdated but redoing everything seemed too hard to do myself and too expensive to hire. Rich offered the perfect solution for me, which was doing a lot of it myself but with his help
and guidance along the way.
We ripped everything out down to the studs and then Rich helped me through every step of the install. He spent several days at my house working with me to do the demo, hang drywall, and install the shower pan/wet-walls. Back at the Grout Genie shop, we went over installing tile and I was able to go back home and do the floor myself.
Having Rich’s expertise to make sure things are being done right and won’t leak in the future was a lot better than trying to do things by googling and watching YouTube videos. When issues inevitably came up, it was really nice to have someone I could call to fix it. He also let me borrow the tools I needed at different points in the process, like the tile cutter and vacuum drywall sander. Having the right tools for the job is huge.
The end result looks great. I learned a lot through the process, and saved a lot of money. If you’re interested in taking on a bathroom project yourself, I can’t recommend getting Rich’s help with it enough."
For more information about our workshops visit our HELP CENTER or give us a call at 800-444-0817 and a member of our team would be happy to answer any questions you may have.