Request a council housing repair Request a council housing repair, what we will repair, repairs you are responsible for, repair timeframes, home improvements. Keeping your council house safe Fire safety, carbon monoxide safety, gas safety, damp and mould advice, electrical safety, water hygiene (Legionella). Adapting your home and handyperson schemes How to apply for an adaptation to your home, how we will carry out the works, Handy Person Adaptation Service. Lift, stairlift and hoist safety Advice and guidance on the safe use, service, maintenance, inspection and replacement of lifts, stairlifts or hoists in your council home.