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HANDYPERSON SERVICE

About the handyperson service

The Handyperson Service is run by PHAS East Herts. We assist people with disabilities, the elderly and those on low incomes to live independently in their own homes. Our friendly team offer confidential advice on the services we offer and the amount we charge. This service is available to residents of the Borough of Broxbourne who are:

  • Retired people
  • People with disabilities
  • People on low incomes

The Handyperson Service is also available in the East Herts area.

Our service

Our service covers small repairs such as:

  • Leaking taps
  • Fixing curtain poles
  • Assembling flat pack furniture
  • Replacing glass
  • Clearing gutters
  • Door handles and lock problems

A charge is agreed with you before any work is done. Our telephone response is usually the same day and we aim to complete work within 3 weeks.

Signposting

If you require subsequent working following our visit, we can help with:

  • Suggesting other services
  • Home security
  • Advice on fire protection

Contact information

Monday to Friday 9am – 1pm

Handyperson Service
PHAS East Herts, 13a Apton Road
Bishop’s Stortford
Herts CM23 3SP

Tel: 01279 755905
Fax: 01279 755109

E-mail:

Website: www.papworth.org.uk

This service is sponsored by Hertfordshire County Council Adult Care Services, South East Hertfordshire Primary Care Trust, Broxbourne Borough Council and Broxbourne Housing Association. It is supported by Age Concern and managed by Papworth Housing Advice Service (East Herts).

The Papworth Trust provides training, employment, housing, care and advice to disabled people or people with a long term health issue.