01 December 2009
Spotlight on: Homeworks
Homeworks is a City of Edinburgh Council service which provides practical advice, information and financial help to assist homeowners in Edinburgh to repair and maintain their homes. Many homeowners can face real difficulties in tackling the repair and maintenance of their homes. Homeworks can provide:
- Basic advice and information to any homeowner in the city on a range of home repair and maintenance issues
- Information on approved trade bodies and specialist agencies
- Financial help, through advice and, in some cases, loans.
Homeworks can provide general advice and information to homeowners on:
- Organising repairs and maintenance to homes
- Managing common repairs
- Paying for building repairs and maintenance
- Improving energy efficiency in homes
- Replacement of lead plumbing supply pipes
If any of these issues affect you, or someone you know, contact Homeworks to take advantage of this free service from City of Edinburgh Council. Contact the team by telephone on 0131 529 7240 or by visiting the website at www.edinburgh.gov.uk/homeworks
There are also a range of useful information leaflets covering a variety of topics on the Homeworks website. Link to them directly by clicking on any of the topics below:
- Help and advice for Edinburgh homeowners
- General leaflets
- Disabled adaptations
For additional advice or assistance with repairs or any other housing related enquiry please contact EHAP on 0845 302 4607 or use the on-line referral form.
