Critical Home Repair
Habitat Family Story – Building Hope
"When Habitat said I was next in the queue for repairs, I was so excited!"
Ms. Fleming has lived on Mickie Town Road for over 50 years. As a single retired childcare provider in the Western part of Louisa County, she turned to Habitat for help with critical home repairs after encouragement from her daughter. “When [Habitat] said I was next in the queue [for repairs], I was so excited!”
Ms. Fleming’s aging home had original peeling siding, broken windows, and a deteriorating rear deck. During demolition, the Louisa volunteer team also found significant water damage to the roofing that needed replacing.
Over 500 volunteer hours were spent on this critical home repair project by the Louisa team, completed last fall. To all of the Habitat supporters who made this possible, Ms. Fleming offers her heartfelt, “Thank you!”
Program Overview
Habitat for Humanity of Louisa County works to bring strength, stability and self-reliance to our community through a repair program for existing homes. This service includes repairs to owner-occupied homes as well as critical home repairs that pose health and safety risks.
With a commitment to quality and impact, we carefully select home repair projects to ensure family receives the best possible care.
Before Repair
After Repair
Before Repair
After Repair
Types of Repairs
- Deck/porch repair/replacement
- Ramp building or repair
- Temporary ramp installation
- Exterior Painting
- Siding repair
- Trim repair
- Exterior door repair/replacement
- Replace failed or compromised windows
How to Qualify For Home Repair
Must be a resident of Louisa CountyMust have income 0-60% of the county’s Area Median Income (AMI)Home must be owned by applicant, except in the case of a ramp installation provided the owner of the property will allow the installation of a temporary ramp. That ramp will be removed upon the vacating of the property by the applicant.Mortgage payments and real estate taxes must be current.
How to Apply Home Repair
- Download and complete the Home Repair Application below.
- Submit your completed application via email or snail mail to:
info@cvillehabitat.org
967 2nd St SE, Charlottesville, VA 22902
