Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland announces affordable home repair program
to fix safety and health-related issues in Cumberland County
The Critical Home Repair program reduces repair costs based on income
Portland, MAINE – Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland announces the launch of the new Critical Home Repair program, sponsored by Town and Country Federal Credit Union. This new service helps low-income homeowners make needed repairs so they can live in a safe, healthy, and affordable home.
The Critical Home Repair program addresses home repair issues including:
- Structiral issues, such as rot
- Accessibility issues
- Unsafe roofing or flooring
- Lack of heat or hot water
- Electrical hazards
- Plkumbing hazards
What Critical Home Repair Does Not Address:
- Painting or cosmetic updates
- Bathroom or kitchen renovations or remodels (except to make necessary health and safety repairs)
- Appliance repairs
- Foundations
- Ramps (visit AlphaOne for this service.)
- Weatherization or energy efficiency updates
To see if you qualify visit: https://habitatportlandme.org/program/critical-home-repair/