Who can help me with small repair jobs?
Anchor Staying Put
Anchor housing can help homeowners with minor joinery, plumbing and general maintenance jobs. You supply the materials and there is a small charge for the service (£5 - £10)
Call: 0191 495 6179
E-mail: newgatstayingput@anchor.org.uk|
The Gateshead Housing Company
The Small Task Team can help council tenants with non-urgent small tasks around the home. These can include unblocking sinks and putting up shelves.
If you are 50 or over and unable to carry out tasks because of your health and have no one else to help you, you can get help from the team.
You will need to supply the materials but the labour is free
Call: 0191 433 5353
Visit: Any housing office |
www.gatesheadhousing.co.uk/your_home/repairs_tasks.htm|
WarmZone
Provides free benefits and energy advice and will install loft and cavity wall insulation. All over 60's in Gateshead qualify for FREE work, even if you own your own home.
Call: 0191 477 1919