Types of Service Requests

Identify the urgency of your request so that Yale Facilities can provide timely support. For life-threatening emergencies always call 911 first. If you need to locate your Facilities superintendent and/or area manager with specific questions about a building, visit Building Superintendents.

Emergency Request

Call 203-432-6888

What is an emergency request?

  • A problem that may hurt/damage a person or building
  • Pipe leakage
  • Front entrance door(s) or gate(s) not securing
  • Power outages
  • Toilet overflow
  • Gas smell
  • Too hot or cold in room space

Priority 1 response time:
Within 24 hours of notice. Complete resolution may transition to priority 3, depending on necessary follow-up work.

Information required: 
  • Location of problem
  • Brief description of problem
  • Your NetID

Urgent Request

Submit a request

What is an urgent request?

  • Faucet or sink dripping
  • Ballast issues
  • Lighting outages
  • Damaged light fixture
  • Sticking lock
  • Fan noise
  • Loose door handle

Priority 2 response time:
Within 4 days of notice. Complete resolution may transition to priority 3, depending on necessary follow-up work.

Need help making a request?
View and download a step-by-step guide to using the Facilities work request system.

Routine Request

Submit a request

What is a routine request?

  • Alterations and renovations
  • Cracked window glass
  • Damaged walls
  • Requests for billable services, including picture hanging, wall outlet installation, event support, etc.

Priority 3 response time:
Within 14 days of notice to make an initial assessment. Complete resolution may be dependent on the work queue.

Need help making a request?
View and download a step-by-step guide to using the Facilities work request system.