In 2009-2010, East Renfrewshire Council plans to continue maintenance of homes in Craigheads.  This includes

• Roughcasting works
• Replacing worn-out timber
• Maintaining gutters
• Installing some new door security systems
• Painting closes
• Replacing broken close windows

The Council cannot do all of this work straight away because they have to budget for the work, but they will carry out the repairs as quickly as then can and in the order of most priority. The ownership status of each block of flats (council or mixed) does not bear on the priority.

Many homes in Craigheads are not owned by the Council.  This is why they are asking owner-occupiers to pay for their share of essential maintenance, such as on roofs and outer walls.  If you do own your own home, you may be able to claim a grant of 50% of the cost to help you.

Andrew Tweedie of Housing at ERC says: “If you’re an owner-occupier, you may be entitled to a grant for door entry systems and close painting.  It’s essential that owner-occupiers play thier part in allowing as much of the repair programme as possible to go ahead.  Please phone me on 0141 577 3728 and I will be happy to give help and advice on repairs.”

Tenants should report repair calls to 0141 577 3700 as usual, and out of hours or in emergency the number is 08080 031 601.