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You can use this service to:
- Request free help with minor home maintenance tasks
- Get assistance with your small DIY jobs to ensure your home is safe and comfortable
What you need to do
- Identify your needs: Think about the minor repairs or tasks you need help with before submitting your request.
- Prepare your home: Make sure the work area is accessible for the handy person. Though not required, a list of tasks can help the handy person understand your needs.
Information for residents
This service is free for eligible Westminster residents. Please be prepared to provide proof of your age or disability benefit receipt to verify eligibility. Remember, this service is designed for minor maintenance tasks and does not include emergency repairs or specialised work like plumbing or decorating.
- Free of charge: This service is offered at no cost to eligible Westminster residents aged over 60, or those in receipt of disability benefit.
- Service scope: The handyperson service includes minor home maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs, fixing loose screws, and other small DIY jobs.
Warning This service does not include cover gardening, plumbing, decorating, electrical works or emergency repairs.
Tasks covered by the handyperson service
Install smoke or carbon monoxide alarm
Install toilet seat
Replace toilet roll holder
Replace shower curtain or rail
Install curtains
Secure loose carpet
Replace lightbulb(s)
Draught proof window(s)
Install shelve(s)
Install small mirror / cabinet
Assemble grab rail
Replace washer in tap
Minor repairs
Tasks not covered by the handyperson service
- Cleaning
- Decorating
- Electrical works
- Flat pack furniture
- Furniture removal
- Gardening
- Gas servicing
- Major adaptations
- Painting
- Plumbing
- Washing machine installation
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