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:
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Location of problem
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Brief description of problem
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Your NetID
Urgent 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
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.