Our Critical Repair Program

Habitat’s Critical Home Repair program is an extension of our mission to build strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter. It helps families maintain and stay in their homes, and contributes to neighborhood stabilization and revitalization.

Repairs can be interior or exterior work performed to alleviate critical health, life and safety issues or code violations, including a change to or repair of materials or components. For more information about our critical repair program please call 937-965-7684 for more information about the application process.

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Basic requirements:

Home must be owner-occupied (mobile homes are not eligible)
Home must be located in Clark, Greene, or Montgomery County
Household income must meet program guidelines
Willing to provide proof of gross income for all household residents over 18
Homeowner must be up to date on property taxes or on a payment plan
Homeowner must be enrolled in an active homeowner's insurance program

Repairs we offer:

Accessibility: wheelchair ramps, grab bars, widening doorways, converting tubs into accessible showers
Electrical repairs
Furnace replacement
HVAC repairs
Plumbing repairs
Roof repairs/replacements
Water heater replacement
Repairs of code violations to prevent further fines

Repairs we do NOT offer:

Any work on mobile homes, condos, or multi-family homes
Any work on garages, sheds, carports, fences, or any structure not a part of the house
Emergency repairs needing immediate attention
Interior painting or cosmetic repairs
Yard work or tree removal

If you are in need of critical repairs, meet our basic requirements, and would like more information on how to apply please call 937-965-7684.

Critical Repair Program Application

To apply to our program, click the button below and fill out the program eligibility screener to see if you qualify for our program. If you are eligible for our critical repair program, we will contact you to send out an application. It is important to note that the timing of our repairs depends heavily on the funds we have available, and we do have a waitlist.

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In need of a mobility ramp?

Thanks to the support of IUE-CWA, Dayton Habitat offers ramps through our Ramp Up Program! Accessibility starts with a home, and we are committed to helping those in our community gain the freedom that a ramp provides. Reach out today to see if you qualify!

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