This DVD course is perfect for installers who have mastered new construction but lack the knowledge on tools and techniques and the confidence to tackle existing construction. 2nd EDITION now shipping!

Our updated 2nd Edition contains 20+ minutes of brand new content shot specifically for this course. It’s updated with the latest tools, new installation techniques, and time saving tips to make your retrofit jobs go a lot smoother and more profitable.

We call it our "No New Holes!" course since it demonstrates everything you'll need to know to retrofit all types of cable and hardware into existing walls.

It will cover the basic principles of house construction, retrofit installation techniques telecom, data, audio/video, and lot-voltage cable, retrofit tools, and retrofit field installation demonstrations.

It comes with a detailed workbook, examination, and answer sheet.

Video Outline

Overview
This course provides the viewer with a complete overview of residential cable retrofitting techniques. The course will cover the installation of telecom, A/V and low-voltage cable in typical U.S. residential house construction, retrofit installation planning, installation techniques for different types of construction, and the use of specialized installation tools.

The course will demonstrate actual retrofit installations in several different house construction styles and ages including (if possible) a house being remodeled. The course will be supplied with a workbook covering the material presented in the course as well as additional installation details, reference material, and sponsor information.

An exam will be supplied with the course to allow the viewer (or the viewers employer) to measure comprehension.

Goals of Course
High quality instruction using live demonstrations, lecture, animations, and field installations

Equip the viewer with the necessary knowledge to make educated decisions about how to plan a retrofit installation based on house design and construction.

Explain the basic principles of retrofit cable installation in residential structures

Demonstrate the proper use of specialized tools and equipment used for retrofit

Format
This course will use a combination of studio-based instruction and demonstration, and documentation of actual residential installations. Studio instruction will use sets designed to demonstrate wire installation techniques and the proper use of installation tools.

At least two field installations will be shown providing a variety of installation techniques and challenges. Field shooting will be done in the format of "This Old House" but with more detailed instruction. All field shooting will be done using high quality, experienced installation companies.

The course will be structured into three parts:

1. Basics principles of house construction and retrofit

2. Retrofit installation techniques

3. Field retrofit installation demonstrations

Video Outline
Introduction
Course introductions
Introduce subject of video
Who we are, what we do, etc.
Scope of what this course will cover
What is supplied with course
Workbook, exam and how to use
Goals, non-goals of course
The advantages of retrofitting
Brief overview of retrofit market

Part 1. Basic Principles of House Construction and Retrofit
This part covers the basics necessary to understand how to successfully perform a retrofit installation on typical residential construction. Typical house construction will be covered to familiarize the viewer with locations appropriate and not appropriate for running wires. This part will also cover retrofit installation planning including optimum placement of new outlets and distribution equipment.

What’s behind the walls; how houses are built
Typical "stick" wall and floor construction
Interior vs. exterior walls
Attics, basements, and crawl spaces
Insulation
Common wall construction
Between floor construction
Wall covering materials
Sheet rock
Plaster and lath
What else is in the walls (and where)?
HVAC
Plumbing
Vents
Other wiring
Typical concrete block/ brick construction
Interior vs. exterior walls
Plank and beam construction
Typical wall and ceiling construction
Other types of construction
"Solid" walls
adobe, foam, concrete
On slab construction
Visualizing a naked house
Retrofit strategies
Planning the retrofit
Don’t over commit
Know you skills
Have backup plans
Placement of distribution device
Location and use of vertical chases
Location and use of horizontal chases
Using the attic and basement
Making cable runs
Using closets, utility spaces
Locating outlets

Part 2 – Retrofit Techniques
This part will cover installation techniques that can be successfully used in most house construction types. This will include wire pulling techniques, using spaces in the home, and the use of specialized installation tools and techniques. This part will use animation and 3-D sets in the studio to show installation in several different wall sections.

Overview of retrofit techniques
In-walls vs. on-walls
Moving wire when you can’t see it
Tool requirements
Out-of-site options
No-new-holes techniques
Utilizing a house remodel
Estimating installation time
Tools of the trade
Drills and bits
Wire capture tools
Wire feeding tools
Exploratory tools
Wall cutting tools
Using existing openings
Ceiling lights
Outlets
Wall switches
AC grills and ducts
Making holes in existing walls
Speaker holes
Outlets
Techniques in lath and plaster wall material
Techniques in sheetrock material
Types of cable appropriate for retrofit
Installing wires inside walls
Hollow walls
Stapled bat insulation
Insulation with moisture barrier
From wall to carpeted floor
With blown-in insulation
Using pull wires
Running a pull wire
Using existing wiring as pull wires
Retrofitting outlets
Installing retrofit rough-ins
Installing wires in finished basements
From outlet/speaker location
From walls/floors above
Installing wires under-carpet
Wire for under-carpet use
Running under-carpet
Running between carpet and padding
Getting under the carpet from walls
Installing wires between floors
Using a central chase between floors
With sheet rock ceiling material
With lath and plaster ceiling material
Installing wires to and in an attic space
Light or medium insulation
From a wall opening below
From a window header
Thick insulation
From a wall opening below
From a window header
Across attic space
Using molding
Molding materials and parts
Fastening to existing walls
Types of cable appropriate for retrofit
Problem situations and solutions
Under carpet
Under baseboard
Wire molding
Using RF techniques to supplement an install
Using existing wires
Retrofit safety
Common problems
Moving in attics and crawl spaces
Proper clothing, eye, breathing protection
Drilling safety
Disconnecting electrical, water, and gas service
Damage control
Common mistakes and causes
Repairing mistakes

Part 3 – Retrofit Installation Demonstrations
This part will demonstrate retrofit installation of infrastructure wiring in (at least) two houses showing how the installation is planned and executed. This part will use actual houses and installation companies using a typical suburban wood frame home, and an older, more difficult home. If possible, one of the installations will be done in conjunction with a remodeling project on the home.

Typical suburban home built between 1970 and 1990
Typical urban/suburban home built between 1940 – 1960

Summary and Closing
What we have learned
Where to get additional information

How do I order?

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2. Or you can call us at (800) 321-2155 and ask for product 02-343.

3. You can mail a check or money order for $267.75
(includes $22.75 for shipping/handling) to:

CIE Bookstore
1776 E. 17th Street
Cleveland, Ohio 44114

4. Western Union or Bank transfer.

5. You can fax your order to us at 216-781-0331.

Foreign shipping expense will be higher.