Laois County Council takes responsibility for the repair and maintenance of items affecting the structure of our properties and tenants are responsible for other issues, including any and all alterations and additions carried out to the property by themselves (subject to consent).
If there are repairs that need to be carried out to your home, you should first check whether it is your responsibility to carry out the repair. Certain repairs are for the tenant, certain repairs are for Laois County Council. See below list for examples.
| Maintenance Issue | Tenant | Council |
|---|---|---|
| Roof Repairs | ||
| Plumbing Repairs | ||
| Electrical Repairs | ||
| Fascia/Soffit/Gutters | ||
| Cookers/Stoves | ||
| Boiler Servicing | ||
| Blocked Toilets/Sinks | ||
| Pest Control | ||
| Broken Glass | ||
| Cleaning of Gutters |
If the particular item is the Council’s responsibility you should report it to the Council. We will attend to your request as soon as possible.
A maintenance request can be logged by:
Calling us on: 057 86 89332 or emailing us at housingmtce@laoiscoco.ie