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Newham Home Improvement Agency

Newham Handyvan Service

Do you need somebody around to do small repairs in your home?

To receive the service you must be over 60 and be on benefits, or have a disability and be on benefits. The service is free - you pay for materials only.





What sort of jobs will we do?

Broken panes of glass Fixing doorbells
Minor woodwork Replacing toilet seats
Tap washers Mastic round baths and sinks
Blocked sinks Securing carpets and trailing leads
Curtain rails Hanging curtains
Putting up shelves Flat pack furniture
Locks and security chains Smoke alarm-battery changing
Setting thermostats Changing lightbulbs

To ask for help from the Handyperson, or for more information, please ring 020 8430 4646.

Our handyperson will not do jobs that are the responsibility of your landlord. If you are an elderly or disabled homeowner and you need help with larger repairs, the Home Improvement Agency may be able to help you.

Newham Home Improvement Agency
Broadway Chambers
530-542 High Street North
Manor Park, London
E12 6QN,
Tel: 020 8430 4646 Fax: 020 8430 4642
handyvan@newham.gov.uk

What else does the HIA do?

• Major Adaptations to your home if you are disabled

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