Equipment and adaptations

East Renfrewshire Council provides assistance to private homeowners to upgrade and maintain their properties.  You may be eligible for help with the following type of work:

  • Alteration and enlargement;

  • Replacement of unsafe electrical wiring;

  • Installation of mains powered smoke detectors;

  • Provision of adequate heating systems;

  • Provision of adequate thermal insulation;

  • Works to make the house suitable for the accommodation, welfare or employment of a disabled occupant;

In a building in common ownership, installation of

  • A fire door at the entrance to each house; and

  • A main-door entyrphone system;

Any works required to put the house into a good state of repair, including

  • The replacement in a different material of any pipes, cisterns, taps or other equipment used for the supply of water to a house which are wholly or partly made of lead; and

  • Works intended to reduce exposure to radon gas;

  • Works to provide a means of escape from fire in a house in multipleoccupation, where a notice requiring such works has been served.

You can contact the Team direct at:

Carlibar Annex,
Main Street,
Barrhead,
G78 1SW

Tel: 0141 577 6100
Fax: 0141 577 6113

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: I need a shower as I can't use the bath. Can I get help in fitting a shower at home?
  • A: If you are finding a bath difficult to use, an Occupational Therapist can advise you on fitting a shower. You can contact our Occupational Therapy team to arrange a visit on (0141) 577 6100. If you own your home, you can apply for a Home Improvement Grant. More information is available from Care and Repair Renfrewshire on (0141) 812 4111.

Publications Directory

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