If you can repair an broken item, you've saved yourself money, conserved important environmental resources, and prevented an item from being thrown away.
A free repair workshop for broken household items. You'll be paired with a skilled team member who will troubleshoot and help fix your item. Prior registration is required, items are not guaranteed to be fixed. Must be City of Tampa resident to participate.
Where: City Center at Hanna Avenue
When: October 30th from 10 AM to 1 PM
Items Accepted for Repair*
- Lamps
- Fans
- Furniture that you can carry inside
- Kitchen gadgets
- Hand tools
- Clocks
- Vacuums
- Toasters
- Small Appliances
- Toys
- Bikes (For flat tire, gear/brake adjustments)
Prohibited Items*
- CRT-TVs
- Complex electronics like smartphones and computers
- Weapons, firearms, explosives
- Gas appliances
- Gas powered items
- Medical devices
- Safety devices
- Personal hygiene devices
- Pressurized systems
- Safety equipment
- Recalled items
*Please note that registered items will be reviewed on a case by case basis, if our teams finds that your item is unsafe or not suitable for repair, the registration will be rejected.
Frequently Asked Questions
City of Tampa residents (Photo ID will be required at check-in).
One item per resident.
Our team will try their best to at least diagnose the issue with your item. We will have additional resources for repair or proper disposal. You are responsible for the removal of your item, whether it is fixed or not.
Please arrive 5-10 minutes before your scheduled time so our team can check you in. If you arrive late your workshop time will not be extended,
No, residents who participate will be assisting the expert in the repair. Residents will be responsible for their item throughout their timeslot and the removal of their item.