Regardless of whether you are renting or own your own
property you may be able to get help and support to
repair or improve your home. We may also be able to help you
with renovations and adaptations by using our handyperson
scheme.
If you are a Council tenant or a Housing Association tenant
you will need to contact your landlord. Please follow the links
below:
Where and what help can I get?
Handyperson Scheme
This scheme is offered to help with small jobs around the home.
No matter what your housing situation is you may be
entitled to it.
Please visit our Handyperson page to
find out more.
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- If you are a Council tenant and would like to make improvements
or repairs to your home, then you need to contact Housing
& Asset Management..
- If you are with a Housing Association then you need
to contact your landlord.
- If you are a home owner or private rented tenant the Council
may be able to help you financially with home improvements and
repairs. The assistance may be in the form of a loan except in some
limited circumstances when a grant may be available. Please see our
information on financial grants.
Elderly, vulnerable and disabled people
Please call 020 8708 4707 (Mon - Fri from 9 am to 5
pm) for help with the following
- help you remain safe, secure and warm in your own home
- oversee repairs and adaptations for vulnerable homeowners and
private rented tenants
- offer advice, advocacy and work closely with grant officers,
occupational therapists and social workers
- help you with form filling if you are eligible for grants or
alternative funding
- help you choose a reputable builder
- help with private or self funding work.
