Home Repair

Habitat for Humanity of the River Valley helps homeowners stay safe in the homes they love. If age, disability, or financial hardship makes it difficult to keep up with repairs, we’re here to help. We provide affordable home repairs and energy-saving improvements for eligible homeowners in Madison, Limestone, and Jackson Counties.

Interest List Open for Veterans in Need of HVAC Replacement

Are you a veteran in need of a new HVAC? Our Veteran Home Repair Program may be able to help!

Applications Closed for All Counties (non-veterans)

We are not currently accepting Home Repair Program applications in Madison, Limestone, or Jackson Counties. Please check our Facebook page and this website for updates.

Are you a Veteran? See details below about our Veteran Home Repair Program.

Habitat volunteers standing in front of a home after completing porch repairs

About the Program

Reestablishing Comfort and Safety

The Home Repair Program provides affordable repairs that improve safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency. Common repairs we provide include HVAC replacements, porch repairs, and window replacements. We proudly serve eligible homeowners in Madison, Limestone, and Jackson Counties.

3 CountiesMadison, Limestone, Jackson
Sliding scaleBased on homeowner income
RepairsSafety, accessibility & efficiency

Eligibility

Who Qualifies for Home Repair?

To be considered for the Home Repair Program, applicants must meet the following four criteria.

Criterion 1

Need

The home is in need of a minor to moderate repair that is within HFHRV’s scope of work and the homeowner is unable to physically and/or financially complete the repair themselves.

Criterion 2

Ability to Pay

The homeowner may be required to pay a portion of the repair cost based on a sliding scale that considers the homeowner’s income.

Criterion 3

Residency

The home must be the homeowner’s primary residence in the county being served. The homeowner must be up to date on property taxes, mortgage payments (if applicable), and homeowner’s insurance premiums.

Criterion 4

Willingness to Partner

The homeowner must be present during the duration of the repair work, partnering alongside our volunteers and staff throughout the project.

Scope of Work

Repairs We Offer

Our Home Repair Program focuses on small- to medium-sized projects that make a real difference in daily life. Below are common repairs we complete for qualifying homeowners.

Gutters & Water Heaters

Porch Repair / Installation

Door / Storm Door Replacement

Handrails & Grab Bars

Attic Insulation

Windows

HVAC Replacements

Other Minor / Moderate Repairs

Applications

How to Apply

Applications can be submitted in three ways. Choose whichever method works best for you.

Method 1

Download & Print

Download the Current Home Repair Application from our website, print it, and fill it out at home before bringing it to our office with required documents.

Applications are currently closed

Method 2

Pick Up at Our Office

Visit our office Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM to pick up a printed application. Please be mindful of other guests; we ask that applications are not completed in the foyer.

Applications are currently closed

Method 3

Apply Online

Submit your application electronically through our secure online form. All required documents and the application fee must be submitted together to be considered complete.

Applications are currently closed

Get Ready

Preparing for an Application Window

All applications must be submitted with the documents below. At this time, Habitat is not able to make copies of documents, and we cannot accept documents submitted by email. All required documents must be submitted at the same time — incomplete applications will be denied.

Identification

Valid ID for all applicants
Social Security card or I-551 (Permanent Resident Card) for all applicants

Financial & Income

Two most recent months of bank statements
If working: 8 weekly paystubs, 4 bi-weekly, or 2 monthly
Self-employed: last 2 years of federal tax returns (IRS Form 1040, all schedules, signed)
Child support / Alimony: court order and proof of payment for the past 6 months
Social Security / Disability: current award letter

Home Documents

Proof of Homeowner’s Insurance
Must own and live in the home as primary residence
Up to date on property taxes, mortgage payments, and insurance premiums

Application Fee

$35 per applicant if paid in person (money order or cashier’s check only)
$36.40 per applicant if paid online via PayPal (includes 4% processing fee)
Use your full name as the account number when paying online
Applications with incorrect payment amounts will be considered incomplete

Need help with your application? Habitat for Humanity is dedicated to making our programs accessible to everyone. Individuals with disabilities who need assistance or reasonable accommodations to complete the application are encouraged to reach out. Call us at (256) 533-2282 — our team is here to support you throughout the process.

Interest List Sign Up Available

Veteran Home Repair Program

We are opening our interest list for the Veterans Home Repair Program for veterans in need of HVAC replacements.

Click here to sign up.

Habitat for Humanity of the River Valley is offering free HVAC replacements for veterans in Madison, Limestone, and Jackson Counties. Due to funding constraints, we are limited to approving five applications.

Please sign up using the link above to express your interest in our program. Our current program capacity is 5 individuals. There are an additional 5 slots for waitlist purposes. This list will be processed on a first interested > first approved > first accepted basis.

Signing up to express interest DOES NOT guarantee that you will receive an application or approval for the program.

All qualified repairs are FREE.

Eligibility Requirements:

Individuals must be considered veterans by federal law. Servicemembers must have (1) served and completed active military, naval, air, or space service and (2) must be discharged from service under "other than dishonorable conditions".
The home must be veteran-occupied.
The home is in need of a minor/moderate repair that is within Habitat’s scope of work and the homeowner is unable to physically and/or financially complete the repair themselves.

Questions?