Habitat - CHR - David Story - For Web-1005.jpg

 

Critical Home Repair

What Constitutes a “Critical” Repair?

Addressing issues of deferred maintenance contributing to a home’s deterioration, diminished functionality, or loss of value.

  • Restoring or improving the safety or security of the home.

  • The total value of the repair must be no more than $5000.

  • If we can say “yes” to at least one of the following questions about a possible repair:

    • Does it it improve the weather-proofing / water resistance of the home?

    • Does it improve the energy efficiency of the home?

    • Does it improve the security of the home and property?

    • Does it improve the safety of the people living in the home?

    • Does it improve the resident’s mobility throughout the home?

    • Does it improve the built environment beyond curb appeal?

home repair help harrisonburg

Initial Qualifications

To begin the application process families must meet initial qualifications in order to apply. When you arrive at our office, we will ask you if you meet the
following initial criteria:

  • Permanent Resident or Citizen of the United States at time of application

  • Must own the home being repaired

  • Resident living in Harrisonburg or Rockingham County.

  • The home must be your primary dwelling

  • Source of income

  • Willing to submit to credit check

  • Willing to partner with Habitat to work on your home

  • Client’s total income is 60% of Area Median Income (AMI) or lower.

  • Client must have the ability to pre-pay the subsidized repair cost

home-repairs-broadway

Sponsors

Our Impact

News
Critical Home Repair Restores Penny’s Sense of Safety at Home
Critical Home Repair Restores Penny’s Sense of Safety at Home

Sometimes, we only know what we take for granted once it becomes challenging. For Penny Halterman, a typical evening at home took a dramatic twist when navigating the stairs; she tripped over her cat and tumbled to the bottom. The fall left her with a broken leg, which was accompanied by some challenges and a what-if: What if Penny had something to lean on?

Read More →
Empowering Seniors to Age Gracefully with Critical Home Repairs
Empowering Seniors to Age Gracefully with Critical Home Repairs

Life's challenges often present us with unexpected hurdles, testing our strength and resolve. For David and Nancy Carr, these challenges became even more profound when Nancy was diagnosed with bone cancer. Reflecting on the journey, David recalls, "I'm really thankful for Habitat because they made her quality of life so much better, especially when she could only leave the house in the wheelchair." The Carrs' story is a shining example of how Habitat for Humanity's Critical Home Repair program doesn't just repair houses; it repairs lives.

Read More →
Critical Home Repair Program Aids Homeowners
Critical Home Repair Program Aids Homeowners

Our Critical Home Repair Program aims to provide repairs and renovations to the homes of homeowners like Charity. The program prioritizes repairs that are necessary for the health and safety of the homeowners, accessibility, and the weatherization of the home; as well as repairs that will have the greatest impact on the value of the home.

Read More →