Warmer weather is coming; here's some important information for you from the Maintenance Department...
Make sure that your air conditioner is properly installed.
Spruce up your yard by planting grass seed. Call your office.
Report graffiti to maintenance for removal.
Report malfunctioning security lights.
Tom Herstich
Maintenance - 610-865-8329
Family Development - 610-865-8342
High Rises - 610-865-8352
BHA's maintenance department is headquartered in the Central Service Facility, which is located at 1411 Pembroke Road in northeast Bethlehem. If you are a resident of conventional public housing and if you have a maintenance problem, please call 610-865-8319. This department provides 24 hour a day, 365 day per year service.
The maintenance department is located in the northeast section at 1411 Pembroke Road. Eligible residents may also pick up paint and shades at this location each month.
Colder weather is right around the corner!
The maintenance department has these tips for you to help make a difference in your family's comfort this fall and winter:
Dress Warmly - Even inside the house, especially at night.
Don't Block Radiators - To work properly, your heat convectors and vents must not be blocked. Move drapes, carpets and furniture away from heating sources.
Watch For Drafts - Eliminate the source of cold air and at the same time, prevent heat from escaping. Make sure all windows are tightly secured; remove window air-conditioners.
Set Your Thermostat - Your room thermostat tells you what the temperature inside your home is and allows you to regulate that temperature. If you follow the rules outlined above, a temperature setting of 70 degrees should be more than sufficient to provide comfort, while saving on energy bills.
Remember, you are responsible to clear snow and ice from your porch and walk;BHA supplies snow shovels to residents.... simply call the Central Supply warehouse at 610-865-8319 during regular business hours, Monday - Friday.
Buildings & Inspections
The Buildings& Inspections department sees to it that the Authority receives its share of modernization funds and spends that money properly.
Recent projects include the replacement of natural gas lines in Marvine, the total renovation of the Pfeifle Homes to be followed by extensive concrete work to the same area. Contractors have wrapped up work on the new Family Self-Sufficiency office at 1429 Fritz Drive, the upgrade of all high-rise entry door systems, the replacement of boilers at the Monocacy Tower and the replacement of smoke detectors.
Spring and Summer are here and that means now's the time to make your property look its best.
You are reminded that there's a supply of grass seed at the Family Development Office and all you need to do is stop by during regular business hours and pick some up.
The ideal time to reseed your lawn is during the April to June period so don't delay.
Here are some seeding tips:
Scratch the bare areas of your lawn with your BHA garden rake. Remove all sticks and rocks. Level the area, then sprinkle seeds over the entire bare area. Water, using a sprinkling can. A hose will wash the seed away. Cover with straw or grass clippings and water every day. Keep the areas moist, not wet.
Within a few days, the grass should begin to grow. Don't allow traffic on the new grass until it matures. When it does, your lawn will look its best.
