The House Office Buildings jurisdiction is responsible for the operation, maintenance and preservation of more than 5 million square feet of facility space, including the Cannon, Ford, Longworth, O'Neill and Rayburn House Office Buildings, underground garages, annexes and subways.

The jurisdiction provides oversight for the facilities' daily care, repairs and maintenance, and performs client services, preventive maintenance, building inspector surveys, compliance issues abatement, energy savings initiatives and safety inspections. The jurisdiction also manages office and committee space for the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives and the biennial congressional office move process for U.S. House Members.

Need Assistance?

Services available through the House Service Center:

  • Cleaning and trash removal
  • Heating and air conditioning
  • Hanging pictures and TVs
  • Keys and lock-out services
  • Recycling
  • Plumbing and electrical
  • Office and decorative painting
  • Pest control

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Contact the House Service Center at 202.225.4141 or submit an Online Service Request (must be connected to Capitol Hill network to access this link).

Projects

House Office Buildings Projects

Construction work continues in the Cannon Building's west wing.

Cannon Renewal

The Cannon House Office Building's renewal is an example of the Architect of the Capitol's commitment to preserving our nation's history.

Our Stories

House Office Buildings Work

Projects

House Hearing Room Renovation

Rayburn Room 2172 recently underwent renovations that include a refurbished wall-to-wall audiovisual (AV) system, a custom dais and several improved accessibility features.
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Behind the Scenes

Ducts in a Row

The experts at the House Mechanic Shop meticulously oversee campus HVAC systems, ensuring building temperatures are optimal for both daily operations and historic preservation.
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Behind the Scenes

Employee Spotlight: Honoring 50 Years of Historic Service

Perhaps it's the charm of the historic campus or the weight of the symbolism it carries around the world, but at the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), it's not hard to find an employee who has spent their entire career serving this treasured institution.
A talented employee of an Architect of the Capitol sheet metal shop.

Expertise

Skillful Craftmanship

We serve in diverse roles applying both modern techniques and historical tradecrafts in the care and preservation of the Capitol campus.

Areas of Expertise