June 22nd 2011

This demonstration workshop will be taken by expert operatives from Axis, our repairs partner.

The workshop demonstration will include:

• How to turn on and off your stopcock
• What to do in an emergency if there was a leak
• How to clear an blocked sink or basin trap
• Remedying a leaking trap under a basin or sink
• Remedying a dripping WC cistern overflow pipe
• Re-securing or fitting a toilet seat
• What to do in an emergency if you have no heating
• How to set your central heating controls
• How to release trapped air from a radiator
• Decorating advice

It was very helpful that we could have a go ourselves too

Suitable for everyone

All courses are free and lunch will be provided (where appropriate) for full day courses. Swan will also help towards travel and childcare costs.

Book early to avoid disappointment as workshops are on a first come first served basis!

For more information and bookings, please contact the Resident Involvement Team on: 01277 844242

• or online via our contact form here
• or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
• or text ‘INVOLVE’ to 07860 021 752
• or via facebook: www.facebook.com/swanhousing

• On-Line Workshops Booking Form

After a review meeting with residents who took part in the 2010 workshops, it has been suggested to ask for a deposit of £5 cheque or postal order made payable to "Swan Housing Association" (no cash) to secure your place.

This will be refunded on the day of the course.

If you are using the on-line form for booking your place - you can send your payment to

Swan Housing Group
FREEPOST ANG10361
BILLERICAY
CM12 9ZZ

For more information and bookings, please contact the Resident Involvement Team on 01277 844242 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ,

or download the program  Workshops for residents - 2011 (1.13 MB)

On-Line Workshops Booking Form