Sweat Equity (TV series)
Encyclopedia
Sweat Equity is a show on the DIY Network
that shows home owners performing most of the renovations to their house in order to save money and boost the value of their home. The show is hosted
by Amy Matthews
who is a licensed contractor
and personal trainer
.
DIY Network
DIY Network is a channel owned by Scripps Networks Interactive that focuses on do it yourself projects at home.Television stations air local versions with local hosts with segments produced by the network. Branded DIY Network programming is also broadcast in Japan and the Philippines...
that shows home owners performing most of the renovations to their house in order to save money and boost the value of their home. The show is hosted
Presenter
A presenter, or host , is a person or organization responsible for running an event. A museum or university, for example, may be the presenter or host of an exhibit. Likewise, a master of ceremonies is a person that hosts or presents a show...
by Amy Matthews
Amy Matthews
As a licensed contractor, Amy is a host of DIY Network's Sweat Equity and Bathroom Renovations.Born May 19, 1973, Amy grew up in Robbinsdale, Minnesota. Amy got her first taste of home improvement at 14 when she traveled with her church youth group to repair homes for families in need...
who is a licensed contractor
Independent contractor
An independent contractor is a natural person, business, or corporation that provides goods or services to another entity under terms specified in a contract or within a verbal agreement. Unlike an employee, an independent contractor does not work regularly for an employer but works as and when...
and personal trainer
Personal trainer
A personal trainer is a fitness professional involved in exercise prescription and instruction. They motivate clients by setting goals and providing feedback and accountability to clients. Trainers also measure their client's strengths and weaknesses with fitness assessments...
.