The Handyperson Service provides help with household maintenance and repairs for people in Cornwall who are over 60 or have a disability.

How much will it cost?

If in receipt of a means tested benefit, such as Guaranteed Pension Credit or Housing Benefit, it is £12 per hour including VAT + the cost of any materials. If not then it is £18 per hour including VAT.

How can I access the service?

Call 01872 224707 and we will take your details then your local Handyperson will call you back and make an appointment

Is there a waiting list?

Depending on demand we hope to be able to visit within 2 weeks although it can sometimes be longer.

What sort of jobs will the Handyperson help me with?

They can help with minor repairs and adaptations in the home, including:

• Small building repairs, clear guttering on bungalows, small glazing jobs

• Minor adaptations (installation of grab rails, hand rails or temporary ramps)

• “Odd” jobs (putting up curtain rails and shelves, moving furniture, assembly of flat pack furniture)

• Changing washers or taps, renew sealants, replace toilet seats, small areas of tiling, unblock sinks

• General home safety checks with remedial action (fitting smoke and carbon dioxide detectors)

• Minor electrical work eg changing light bulbs, fuses and or plugs.

• Falls/accident prevention checks with remedial action (securing loose carpets or putting up grab rails)

• Security checks with remedial action (fitting key safes, spy holes, window and door locks and chains)

• Energy efficiency (for example installing low energy light bulbs, draught proofing)

• Loft clearance to allow for insulation to be fitted

• Cleaning pathways to minimise risk of slip hazard

• Signposting clients to other services