Handyman services in
Sussex, WI
Elmbrook Handyman helps homeowners and property managers in Sussex with professional home repair, maintenance, and improvement projects. Whether you are handling a punch list, getting a property ready for move in, or taking care of overdue fixes, our team focuses on clear communication, clean workmanship, and practical solutions that move the project forward. This page also includes official Sussex homeowner resources so you can quickly find permit guidance, collection schedules, seasonal notices, and helpful local information.
Services we offer in Sussex
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Electrical
Outlets, switches, light fixtures, ceiling fans, GFCI installs, and dimmer upgrades
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Plumbing
Faucets, toilets, shut-offs, supply lines, garbage disposals, and minor leak repairs
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Doors
Install, repair, or adjust interior and exterior doors, plus hardware and weatherstripping
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Exterior
Siding repairs, caulking, gutter cleaning, wood rot, fascia, and window trim
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Home Decor
Shelving, mirrors, artwork, curtain rods, blinds, and fixture installs
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Smart Home
Thermostats, smart locks, video doorbells, security cameras, and smart lighting
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Furniture Assembly
Flat-pack and ready-to-assemble furniture, office setups, and entertainment centers
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Carpentry
Trim, baseboards, crown molding, built-ins, shelving, and custom repairs
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Appliances
Install, swap, connect, and secure dishwashers, microwaves, dryers, and more
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Home Theater
TV mounting, soundbars, cable management, projectors, and component installs
Sussex Homeowner Resources
Garbage, recycling, and yard waste Collection
Sussex curbside garbage and recycling service is provided through the Village's contract with GFL Solid Waste Midwest, LLC. Use the disclosures below for collection schedules, set-out rules, accepted materials, and yard waste program details.
Garbage collection
Sussex curbside trash service for one- to four-family residences is provided through the Village’s contract with GFL Solid Waste Midwest, LLC (GFL). Trash is collected weekly, based on your address and collection zone.
When to set carts out
- Have your trash cart curbside by 7:00 AM on your collection day.
- Route timing can vary — don’t rely on “later in the morning.”
Confirm your collection day
- Collection days are based on zone boundaries. Some streets — the Village calls out Good Hope Road, Main Street, and Maple Avenue as examples — have different collection days depending on which side of the street you live on.
- Use the official maps and collection day resource to confirm your exact day.
Cart setup and placement
- GFL provides one 96-gallon trash cart per eligible household under the Village contract.
- Place carts 3 feet apart and 3 feet from obstructions so the driver can safely service them.
- Keep carts out of the roadway, especially during leaf collection and snow season.
- All trash must be inside the cart — trash left outside the cart will not be collected.
Holiday delays
- When a holiday falls on a weekday, collection is delayed by one day.
- GFL observes: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
What belongs in the trash cart
- Typical household trash and garbage.
- Not accepted: recyclables, household hazardous waste, liquid latex paint, yard waste, appliances, or electronics — these have separate rules and programs.
Bulk items
- Up to 10 bulk items per month per household on the designated bulk pickup time.
- Items must be manageable by one person.
- Must be scheduled 48 hours in advance.
- Not accepted in bulk pickup: liquids, batteries, and e-waste.
Quick links
- Maps and collection days (PDF)
- 2026 Sussex collection calendar (PDF)
- Bulk item week (PDF)
- Waste and recycling hub
- Report a missed pickup
Call 262-246-5200 or email info@villagesussex.org
Recycling collection
Sussex curbside recycling for one- to four-family residences is also provided through the Village’s contract with GFL. Recycling is collected weekly, based on your address and collection day.
When to set carts out
- Have your recycling cart curbside by 7:00 AM on your collection day.
- Pickup starts at 7:00 AM and route timing can vary — don’t set out late.
Recycling cart
- GFL provides one 96-gallon recycling cart for each eligible household under the Village contract.
- If your cart is damaged or broken, contact GFL for replacement or service.
Cart placement
- Place carts 3 feet apart and 3 feet away from obstructions — a good rule is that someone should be able to walk between carts.
- Keep carts out of the road, especially during snow season and seasonal collection operations.
- All recycling must be inside the cart — material left outside the cart will not be collected.
Single stream — no sorting required
Sussex is single stream: put all accepted recyclables together in the cart. You do not need to separate paper from containers.
Accepted recyclables
- Aluminum containers
- Glass containers
- Steel, tin, and bi-metal containers
- Corrugated cardboard, cut down to pieces no larger than 3 feet by 3 feet
- Magazines and similar paper products
- Newspaper and other newsprint
- Mixed paper
- Plastic containers #1 through #7 (milk jugs, detergent bottles, soda and water bottles, and similar items)
Holiday delays
- If a holiday falls on a weekday, collection is delayed by one day.
- GFL observes: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Cost and billing
Garbage and recycling service is charged annually on the property tax bill for households covered by the Village contract.
Quick links
- Waste and recycling hub
- Maps and collection days (PDF)
- 2026 garbage and recycling calendar (PDF)
- Recycling guidelines (what goes in)
- Report a missed pickup
Call 262-246-5200 or email info@villagesussex.org
Yard waste & seasonal pickups
The Village defines yard waste as organic material generated from routine yard and landscape maintenance — leaves, grass clippings, garden debris, weeds, and small branches from normal residential upkeep. Yard waste is not collected with regular garbage and is handled through a combination of seasonal curbside programs and the Village drop-off site.
Leaves and grass clippings
- Typically handled through seasonal collection programs.
- Material must be loose or properly prepared — plastic bags are not accepted for leaf collection.
- Collection methods and timing change during fall cleanup, so check current seasonal notices.
Brush and woody debris
- Brush must be cut to manageable lengths and bundled according to Village guidelines.
- Oversized brush, root balls, and stumps are not part of routine yard waste collection.
- Improperly prepared brush may be left behind.
Set-out and placement rules
- Yard waste should be placed curbside, not in the street.
- Keep material clear of mailboxes, fire hydrants, and parked vehicles.
- Do not mix yard waste with garbage or recycling carts.
- Improperly prepared piles are a common reason for non-collection.
Yard waste site — location, season & hours
- Location: Woodland Nature Preserve, N72W22924 Good Hope Road, Sussex
- Season: First Saturday in April through the Saturday before Thanksgiving (closes at 4 PM)
- Saturdays (April–mid November): 9 AM–4 PM
- Mondays (May–August): 4–7 PM
- Mondays (September–October): 3–6 PM
Site access — pass or punch card
- Punch card: $10, five punches per card, one punch per 30-gallon bag or bundle (buy at the Civic Center or Pauline Haass Library).
- Annual pass: $30, best for loose loads in a trailer or pickup — pass holders do not need to bag material.
Seasonal timing
Yard waste programs are seasonal, especially leaf collection. Start and end dates vary each year based on weather and volume — check Village notices for current schedules rather than assuming year-to-year consistency.
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Permits and home improvement guidelines
The Village of Sussex requires permits for many home improvement, repair, and construction projects to ensure work meets local building codes, zoning rules, and safety standards. If your project involves structural changes, exterior alterations, or trades like electrical, plumbing, or HVAC, confirm permit requirements early — it's the best way to avoid delays, added fees, or required removal of unpermitted work.
Does my project need a permit?
Permits protect homeowners by confirming inspections are completed and that improvements are documented for future property sales or refinancing.
Common projects that typically require a permit
- Structural repairs or alterations
- Decks, porches, and stairs
- Interior remodeling that affects walls, plumbing, electrical, or HVAC systems
- Window and door replacements
- Roofing and siding replacement
- Basement finishing
- Fences, sheds, and accessory structures
- Driveways, patios, and other hardscape improvements
- Mechanical systems, including furnaces, air conditioning, and water heaters
If you’re unsure whether a permit is required, the Village advises checking before work begins — unpermitted work can result in delays, additional fees, or required removal.
Contractors and homeowner responsibility
Even when hiring a contractor, Sussex places responsibility on the property owner to ensure permits are obtained. Confirm permits are issued and inspections completed as required.
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Zoning, plan prep & inspections
Beyond building permits, Sussex enforces zoning regulations that affect how and where improvements can be built. Homeowners are expected to confirm zoning compliance as part of the planning process.
Zoning rules to review before starting a project
- Setbacks from property lines
- Lot coverage limits
- Building height restrictions
- Location of accessory structures
- Fence height and placement
- Driveway and hardscape layout
Permit application process
- Applications are submitted to the Village of Sussex Building Inspection Department.
- Applications may require plans, drawings, or specifications depending on project scope.
- Fees vary by permit type and project size.
- Most permitted work requires inspections at specific stages before completion. Work should not begin until the permit is approved.
Special conditions
Certain properties or project types may have additional review requirements. Contact staff early if a project involves unusual site conditions, drainage changes, or significant exterior modifications.
Quick links
Call 262-246-5200 or email info@villagesussex.org
Seasonal Services and City Notices
Sussex posts time-sensitive updates on snow operations, winter parking, and seasonal collection changes through Village news items and the Village calendar. The disclosures below cover snow response and winter parking, road closures and notices, and seasonal collection reminders — useful when planning projects that depend on street access, deliveries, or staging.
Snow operations & winter parking
Reporting snow issues
- During business hours: call the Sussex Civic Center at 262-246-5200.
- After business hours: call the Waukesha Communications Center at 262-446-5070 — they will call out a Village staff member 24/7 for emergency snow issues.
- If your mailbox or yard is damaged, call the Civic Center at 262-246-5200 or email the Village.
Overnight winter parking rules
- Overnight parking is restricted Village-wide during winter months, specifically November 1 through March 31.
- The restriction window is 2:00–6:00 AM.
- Some street segments have year-round restrictions — see the parking restrictions page for the listed locations.
- Need overnight parking permission? Use the Village’s official overnight parking request page.
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Road closures, construction & city notices
For the most accurate, current details on road work, closures, and general Village updates, Sussex posts official notices through two main channels:
- Sussex News and Notes — monthly updates that often include holiday closures and seasonal collection reminders.
- Village Calendar — official event and service notices, including seasonal collection start dates and office or facility closures.
If you’re planning a permit visit, yard waste drop-off, or need to contact a department, check the calendar and current news posts first to avoid wasted trips.
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Holiday collection changes & seasonal notices
Sussex uses news items and calendar postings to announce seasonal programs, closures, and collection changes. Two examples that commonly appear as official notices:
- Curbside leaf collection: the Village posts start timing and rules such as raking leaves into the street for pickup, spreading piles along the property, keeping piles clear of storm drains, and avoiding piles that interfere with traffic.
- Curbside Christmas tree collection: the Village posts timing and prep rules such as removing decorations and not bagging trees.
Sussex also posts Civic Center and facility closures through official news items and calendar entries.
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Community and Local Information
A quick hub for Sussex Village Hall contacts, public safety, meetings, and local resources — useful when planning projects that affect street access, parking, or neighborhood timing.
Village Hall, service requests & online payments
If you’re not sure which department handles your question, start with the Civic Center — the main line routes you to the right staff member. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Online payments & utility billing
- Sussex provides an online Community Portal where residents can view and pay utility bills, go paperless, and enroll in autopay.
- Existing PSN utility accounts must transition to the new portal by June 2026.
- There is no Quick Pay option in the new portal — users must create an account.
Municipal code & property lookup
- The Village publishes its municipal code online, regularly updated. Contact the Civic Center to confirm a section is current.
- An official GIS portal is available for parcel context, map layers, and location details tied to Village projects or planning.
Quick links
Call 262-246-5200 or email info@villagesussex.org
Village meetings, agendas & minutes
The Village publishes meeting notices, agendas, minutes, and recordings in one place. Meeting notices are posted at least 24 hours prior to meetings, including time, date, place, and tentative agenda.
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Library, parks & community events
Pauline Haass Public Library
- Address: N64W23820 Main St, Sussex, WI 53089
- Phone: 262-246-5180
Events, parks & resident tools
- Special Events calendar for community events throughout the year.
- Parks and Recreation amenities across the Village.
- New Resident Guide for residents new to Sussex.
- Sign up for Village e-Notices to get updates by email.
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Public safety & non-emergency contacts
- For emergencies, call 911.
- For non-emergency police services, Sussex directs residents to Waukesha County Non-Emergency Dispatch, available 24 hours a day, at 262-446-5070.
- Public Safety Building: N63W24335 Main St, Sussex, WI 53089 — phone 262-246-5237.
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Planning a project in Sussex?
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