Home Repair Programs

Critical Home Repairs for US Veterans

Sponsored by The Home Depot Foundation, this program serves U.S. Armed Forces Veterans who are homeowners and in need of critical home repairs. Critical home repairs include:

  • Safe: steps, windows, doors, locks, lighting, electric, etc.
  • Warm: furnace, weatherization, hot water heater, etc.
  • Dry: roofing, siding, plumbing, etc.
  • Accessible: ramps, ADA modifications, accessible kitchens/baths, etc.

To qualify for home repairs with Habitat NWMA:

  • You must be a U.S. veteran who has received general or honorable discharge from any branch of service OR an active member of the U.S. military
  • You must own a home in Cobb, Douglas, or Paulding county
  • You must be willing to partner by completing sweat equity hours. Sweat equity hours are earned by doing community service with Habitat for Humanity and other community organizations.
  • Your household income before taxes must be within the following limits:
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Household Size Minimum Income Maximum Income
1 $21,500 $57,200
2 $24,550 $65,350
3 $27,600 $73,500
4 $30,650 $81,650
5 $33,150 $88,200
6 $35,600 $94,750
7 $38,050 $101,250
8 $40,500 $107,800

Source: 2022 U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) www.huduser.gov
*Income of all persons living in the household