MINOR HOME MAINTENANCE PROGRAM

1. Repair and/or replace faucets.
2. Change cartridges in faucets
3. Rebuild and/or replace toilets
4. Replace toilet wax ring.
5. Replace “P” traps.

Electrical

1. Replace existing outlets and light switches.
2. Install light fixtures and ceiling fans to existing electrical connections, including outdoor lighting.
3. Repair or replace fluorescent fixtures.
4. Replace burned out light bulbs.
5. Install carbon monoxide and smoke detectors.
6. Replace smoke detector batteries.

Carpentry and General Maintenance

1. Install locks, dead bolts, peepholes, and window locks.
2. Replace door handles with lever-type handles.
3. Install shelves.
4. Wash windows.
5. Caulk windows.
6. Repair and /or replace weather stripping on doors and windows.
7. Replace filters on heating systems.
8. Trim bushes.
9. Clean gutters (on first floor only).
10. Wash walls and floors (on a limited basis).
11. Install non-strips on stairs.
12. Hang pictures and draperies.
13. Minor painting.

Safety Installations

1. Install grab-bar, bath benches, transfer benches, hand-held showers, raised toilet seats, and other safety equipment.
2. Repair and/or install hand and stair railings.

Minor Home Repair Rates
Rates for DSCC’s services are as follows:

Subsidized Communities

• $40 per service hour (billed in 15 minute increments)
• 30 minutes minimum per service call

Unsubsidized Communities

• $60 per service hour (billed in 15 minute increments)
• 60 minutes minimum per service call.

Call our Home Maintenance Department for at (630) 620-0804 to find out if you live in a subsidized community or if we can do other small repairs not included in this list.