Home Repair Program: What to Expect

1. Check Habitat’s Program Eligibility

  • Potential applicants are encouraged to review Habitat’s service area and income guidelines
  • Review our list of eligible repairs and consider if your home and repair needs appear to qualify
  • Call or visit our website with questions

2. Submit an Application

  • Complete the home repair application (apply online, or contact us to request a paper application by mail)
  • Include all required documents (proof of insurance, income, etc. – see application for a complete list)
  • Check your email: we will send you a confirmation email when we receive your application.

3. Application Review

  • Our team will check your application for completeness and eligibility
  • You may receive a phone call or email request for more information
  • This step can take several weeks due to the high volume of applications we receive.

4. Home Visit

  • Our team will schedule a visit to assess the needed repairs
  • Our team will inspect your home and talk with you about your repair priorities
  • Safety and health repair needs come first

5. Project Planning

  • Our team will develop a scope of work and repair plan
  • You will receive a draft agreement and loan information (if applicable)
  • Review and sign the final documents

6. Repairs Begin

  • Our team will schedule a repair start date
  • Repairs may be done by staff, contractors, or volunteers
  • Our team and the homeowner will communicate throughout the project

7. Final Walkthrough

  • We check the completed repairs with you
  • Any final questions or small fixes are addressed
  • You’ll sign off when the project is complete

8. Post-Repair Follow-Up

  • Please complete a brief survey and demographic form (optional)
  • Our team remains available if issues come up with your completed repair.

Contact Us

📧 Email us

📞 Leave us a message: 503-287-9529 and press 3 for home repair. We aim to respond promptly, but please allow up to 5 business days for a response.

About Home Repair Program

Learn about eligible repairs 

Do I qualify?

Review our eligibility requirements for the home repair program

FAQs

View the most frequently asked questions about our home repair program