If your privately owned home is in need of repair or improvement, we can offer advice on finding an appropriate trader and property maintenance.
Choosing a trader
To protect householders from bogus traders, Age UK York have compiled a home services Trusted Traders directory (.pdf), which lists a range of traders vetted by:
Healthy Homes handyperson service
Our Healthy Homes handyperson service can help with small jobs around the home if you're:
- a homeowner or private tenant
- a resident in our area
- aged 60 years and over
- disabled
Depending on your circumstances, the service may be offered for free, or on a subsidised basis.
Financial help towards home repairs
You may qualify for financial help if you're:
- aged 65 years and over, or
- disabled, and in receipt of a means-tested benefit
To find out if you're eligible for financial assistance contact the Healthy and Sustainable Homes Service.
Do not start any maintenance work before we've approved your loan, as we can't pay you retrospectively.
Also see
Housing Standards Team
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