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Maintenance Tips

Student Housing Guide

How to Submit Maintenance Requests to Get Results

Use the Online Portal or App

Submit non-emergency requests (like broken lights, appliance issues, plumbing leaks, pest concerns) via your housing portal, app or dedicated website.

Complete the form below to report a maintenance issue in your unit. Providing clear and specific information will help us respond more efficiently.

Housing and Residence Life Maintenance request

Provide clear details:

  • Specify the exact location (e.g., “kitchen sink by cabinet A”)
  • Describe the issue, how often it happens, and note when it began.

Know the Response Times

  • Routine requests are typically addressed within 24–72 hours, depending on workload and parts availability.
  • For emergencies—like flooding, major leaks, electrical sparks, no heating/ac—call immediately or contact housing staff directly instead of submitting online

Be Specific and Organized

  • Submit one issue per request to avoid confusion and ensure proper tracking.
  • If the problem persists after repair, follow up separately rather than reopening an old ticket.

Track Progress

  • Use your portal or app to see current status, check estimated schedules, and view any technician notes
  • Retain confirmation/tracking numbers in case you need to follow up.

Understand Emergency Protocols

  • For urgent issues like gas leaks, flooding, or lockouts, call the dedicated emergency number or front desk immediately—even if you've submitted an online ticket
  • Notify your RA or front-desk staff to ensure immediate escalation

While You Wait

  • Temporarily tidy the area around the problem (e.g., clear clutter for pest control or maintenance access). Cleanliness helps technicians complete their work efficiently.
  • For pests: keep food sealed, trash removed, and room cleaned before treatment

Contact Us

For full details, housing applications and policy updates, contact our office:

Office of Housing and Residence Life

202-274-6570
housing@udc.edu

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