Fix-It Clinic - Chisago County

Chisago County is hosting a Fix-It Clinic!

A Fix-It Clinic is a free event where you can bring broken items from home—like small appliances, electronics, toys, clothes, and more—and get them fixed! Skilled volunteers will help you figure out what’s wrong and show you how to repair it. You’ll get hands-on help with things like taking items apart, sewing, unscrewing, or opening them up. It’s a fun way to learn useful repair skills, prevent items from being thrown away, connect with others in your community, and save money!

Information on Fix-It Clinics

• No pre-registration required.
• Carry-in size items only.
• First-come, first-served.
• Limit 2 items per household.
• Items accepted until 30 minutes before end.

 Accepted items

• Clothing or other textiles
• Electronics (small gadgets, clocks, radios, etc.)
• Furniture (stools, ottomans, dining chairs, etc.)
• Jewelry
• Lamps
• Small household appliances (blenders, hair dryers, coffee makers, etc.)
• Toys
• Vacuums

 Non-accepted items

• Items with screens (TV, tablet, computer, smart phone).
• Large items that cannot be carried by one person.
• Items with gasoline engines, propane tanks, or that run on other flammable fuels.
• Items needing a full zipper replacement (This repair isn’t available during the event due to time constraints. However some smaller zipper repairs can be done).
• Guns, knives or anything that would be considered a weapon. 
• Anything with refrigerant (countertop ice maker, dehumidifier).

What to bring

• There is a 2-item limit, and you must be able to carry the items in. Additional items may be repaired if there is time and available fixers.
• Any parts you have (buttons, screws, etc.).
• Special tools (if a special screwdriver or other tool came with your item).
• Willingness to learn!

Program support & funding

Funding for this program is made possible through a Statewide Waste Reduction and Reuse grant from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, in partnership with Reuse Minnesota.