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Care & Repair Edinburgh

Affordable DIY and repairs for older and disabled residents

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Handyperson

We have over 50 volunteer handypersons across Edinburgh who can carry out a range of DIY jobs in your home. Our volunteers are from a variety of backgrounds whether retired, still working or students.

All of our volunteers give their time to help older and disabled residents of Edinburgh remain in their own home for as long as they want and are able and all volunteers are members of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme.

The volunteers have a wide range of skills and we have both male and female team members. Our volunteers will carry out jobs such as changing lightbulbs, hanging curtains, pictures and mirrors as well as building up small flat packs. Larger flat packs may come under our minor adaptations service.

The volunteers also carry out more technical jobs such as setting up skype to keep in touch with family, tuning your television, setting up an email address as well as installing call blockers to stop the scam callers.

If you require a volunteer to visit you, please fill out our service request form bellow.

What does it cost?

The handyperson service is free, we ask only that you cover the cost of any materials required. If you can afford a donation to help cover our volunteer travel expenses, then that would be appreciated. A donation will also contribute to future volunteers being trained as well as their uniform. Your donation will ensure that we can keep this vital service going.

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What we do

  • Easiaccess handrails and ramps
  • Free Draught Proofing
  • Handyperson
  • Key safes
  • Minor adaptations
  • Independent Living Adviser
  • Major adaptations
  • Trade referrals & signposting
  • Other independent living services
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What people say

Telephone call was dealt with promptly and advice given. It was reassuring to use a contractor that was recommended

It is so reassuring to know the trade people are vetted. Also, as always, the tradesman who came did a class job.

The hand rail at our back doorstep is just what we needed. The work was carried out promptly and efficiently by a pleasant worker. We are totally satisfied.

Calum is a very personable and competent young man. He listened carefully to the problem and fixed it. Can’t ask for more.

Very efficient service both on the telephone and by the joiner who came by to fit the keysafe. very impressed.

The key box was placed exactly where we wanted it to be put, with a maximum of efficiency and a minimum of fuss. You run a very good service which is greatly appreciated.

Alan is a gentleman. I’ve had him before and found him to be very helpful and willing to go the extra mile, by asking is there anything else I need done. This is an excellent service

Response from Care & Repair was prompt. Melvyn (volunteer) was caring and competent. A delightful man actually. I am so pleased that Care & Repair exists!

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Registered address: Causewayside House, 160 Causewayside Edinburgh EH9 1PR.
Company No. SC 158690. Registered Charity SC 023790.
Registered Charity SC023790

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