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Mark D. Reed, PE, CFMThe Capitol Building jurisdiction is responsible for the care and stewardship of the U.S. Capitol.

The jurisdiction's services include carpentry, construction, custodial, electrical, elevator, heating and air conditioning, insulation, labor, masonry, painting, plumbing and sheet metal. It supports special events held on the Capitol campus and provides facility maintenance for the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center (CVC). In addition, the jurisdiction supports programs related to occupational safety and health, sustainability, recycling and energy management, and fire detection and protection management. The jurisdiction also manages the Capitol Flag Program, allowing citizens to request a flag that has been flown over the U.S. Capitol via their congressional office.

Need Assistance?

Services available through the Capitol Service Center:

Furniture and cabinet installation
	Leveling of document displays
	Keys and lock-out service
	Heating and air conditioning
	Cleaning and trash removal
	Recycling
	Plumbing and electrical
	Special events set-up
	Office and decorative painting
	Pest ControlContact the Capitol Service Center at 202.228.8800 or submit an Online Service Request (*must be connected to Capitol Hill network to access link*).

Capitol Recycling Program *(Capitol Network only)*
	House Restaurants *(Capitol Network only)*
	Senate Restaurants *(Capitol Network only)*
          
    
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Capitol Building Projects
            
          Building interior.

  Capitol Building Paint Analysis and Plaster Repairs

Restoring areas of the U.S. Capitol to represent an appropriate period as determined by the curatorial community.
    South Olmsted terrace restoration in 2015.

  Olmsted Terrace Preservation

During the last 120 years, there has been little maintenance performed on the stone and conditions of the terrace have deteriorated.
    Scaffolding on a building.

  Capitol Exterior Preservation - Stone and Metal

Work includes cleaning of the stone and pediment sculpture, replacement of the mortar and sealants at all of the stone joints, treatment of the carved stone and pediment sculpture, replacement of stone where elements are missing or cannot be repaired, and replacement of the bird deterrent systems. The project also includes preserving the metal lampposts, hanging lanterns and railings around the Capitol.
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Much goes into the presidential inauguration at the U.S. Capitol. Here are a few numbers that help set the stage for this special day.
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  Capitol Building Self-Inspections

The Architect of the Capitol continues to evaluate how best to keep our employees safe. One of the important ways we're advancing our safety efforts is through self-inspections, which are part of the agency's Strategic Plan.
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  Continuous Care of the U.S. Capitol Roof

Like most beloved national treasures from the Golden Gate Bridge to the Statue of Liberty, the U.S. Capitol Building roof requires continuous care.
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    A talented employee of an Architect of the Capitol sheet metal shop.

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