Handyworker Program

HANDYWORKER PROGRAM

Provides Free Minor Home Repairs

 Corrects basic health and safety concerns in the home

 Assists the elderly and disabled to remain in their home

 Preserves and maintains habitability of aging homes in the City

Who is Eligible?

Homeowner is a senior (62 years and older) or has a disability

 Owner-occupied single-family home in the City of Los Angeles

Total income of all household, all sources does not exceed income limits below

Other households may qualify under certain conditions:

Disabled family member in the home needing assistance

 2-unit property if 1 unit is owner-occupied

What Services are Available?

Repairs to doors and windows

 Exterior repairs/improvements: fences, gates, porches, steps, walkways

Interior repairs/improvements: flooring, minor wall/ceiling repairs

Life Safety: smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors

Minor electrical repairs: light fixtures, outlets, switches

Minor plumbing repairs: sinks, faucets, toilets, water heater

Accessibility improvements: ramps, hand rails, grab bars, disabled access toilets

Earthquake Safety: Brace water heater, seismic gas shutoff valve

 Building repairs: Gutters, vents, siding/trim/fascia, stucco patch

Painting

All work is subject to availability of funds.  Program policies are subject to change.

How Do You Apply?

Contact the Los Angeles Housing Department (213) 808-8803

(866) 557-7368 (Toll-free/Spanish)  (213) 978-3231 (TDD)

Eligibility must be documented and provided to your assigned contractor, including:

age or disabled status (ID, SSI letter) ▪ income (i.e., tax returns, SSA award letter, pay stubs)  ownership (property tax bill) ▪ residency (utility bill)