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Handyperson Service

A Handyperson Service will be provided by the One Stop Shop to undertake small repairs to properties.

This will be provided free of charge to a homeowner in receipt of the Guarantee Element of Pension Credit, Income Support or Income Based Job Seekers Allowance or other means-tested benefit.

The handyperson service will only be available where the cost of works under £2,500.

Examples of minor works available through the handyperson service;

1. Roof repairs

Patching roof leaks;
Replacing broken slates/tiles which are allowing water ingress;
Patching rotten felt or applying bituminous paint;
Urgent chimney/skew repairs;

2. Electrical repairs

Making safe faulty/unsafe wiring;
Installing mains-powered smoke alarms;

3. Heating repairs

3. Heating repairs continued

Repairing a heating system which has failed;
Making safe faulty/unsafe heating;
Patching leaking radiators/pipework;
Providing or replacing broken thermostatic controls on radiators;
Repairing a hot water system which has failed;
Making safe faulty/unsafe hot water supply;

4. Drainage/plumbing repairs

Repairing burst pipes/tanks;
Repairing foul drainage defects (this does not include the periodic emptying of septic tanks);

5. Windows and doors

Repairing rotten window frames;
Repairing rotten doors/door fames;
Repairing leaking windows/doors;
Repairing broken window/door locks;
Providing/repairing draught-proofing to windows where Shetland Heatwise are unable to do so;

6. Internal linings

Patching rotten floors;
Patching rotten plaster in walls and ceilings;

7. General

Repairing unsafe access steps;
Replacing missing or repairing broken handrails (where not for the needs of a disabled person);
Stair repairs where condition unsafe;
Security features as identified as being required by Northern Constabulary;

To request the handyperson service or speak to a member of the team regarding the service, please telephone 01595 741368.

 

 

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