Customers are responsible for carrying out some repairs themselves, such as:  

  • Replacing plugs and chains to sinks and baths 
  • Unblocking sinks, drains and toilets that have been blocked through misuse.
  • Bleeding Radiators.
  • Replacing shower curtains. 
  • Installing or replacing curtain rails, pelmets, and blinds. 
  • Replacing broken toilet seats.
  • Filling minor cracks and holes before redecoration.
  • Adapting or adjusting doors to accommodate carpets or floor covering (aside from Fire Doors).
  • Repairs to their own improvements/alterations.
  • Items the tenant, their family or visitors have damaged.
  • Replacing lamps and fluorescent tubes (unless fixed behind a screw).
  • Installing TV aerials (unless you live in a block of flats).
  • Connecting and disconnecting household appliances 
  • Lock changes and replacing keys where lost.
  • Garden Maintenance & Repairs to sheds. 
  • Repair or replacement of internal doors

 

repair work being completed on window

Repair Priorities

Repairs are grouped in different priorities to make sure we deal with the most urgent ones quicker.