Home Modifications & Repairs
Home Modifications & Repairs
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Most people want to remain in their homes as they age. The programs on this page help older adults continue to live at home by assisting with home repairs and modifications to make their homes safer, more affordable, and more accessible.
Click on the v-shaped arrow to the right of each program description to view more information.
Low-income older homeowners in the City of Folsom may apply for assistance to make repairs or modifications to create a safe and healthy home.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: Folsom residents who meet income guidelines and are at least 65 years old or at least 55 years old with a verified disability
Address: 50 Natoma Street, Folsom, CA 95630
Phone: (916) 461-6203
Email: program staff names and email addresses are listed on the website
This program provides qualified households with energy- and water-savings products and weatherization services to help lower utility costs.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: household must be in Sacramento, Sutter, or Yuba counties and meet income requirements; see website or contact the program for details
Address: 250 Harris Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95838
Phone: (916) 567-5220
Email: info@cresource.org
Website: https://www.communityresourceproject.org/Services/Free-Energy-Efficiency-Program
Note: weatherization services are funded by the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Low-income homeowners can apply for home repair assistance to allow them to safely continue to live in their homes.
Cost: must be able to pay 20% of the repair cost and may need to contribute some work hours towards the project
Who Is Eligible: low-income homeowners in Sacramento or Yolo counties; income limits depend on county and household size, see website or contact program for financial eligibility criteria
Address: 819 North 10th Street, Sacramento, CA, 95811
Phone: (916) 440-1215
Email: communitydevelopment@habitatgreatersac.org
Website: https://habitatgreatersac.org/home-ownership/homerepair/home-repair/#
Customers who meet financial eligibility requirements can receive free products and services to increase energy efficiency, such as refrigerator replacement, furnace or water heater repair or replacement, caulking and insulation, weatherproofing, energy-efficient light bulbs, and low-flow showerheads.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: PG&E customers who live in houses, apartments, or mobile homes that are at least 5 years old and who meet household income limits, see website or contact program for details
Phone: (800) 933-9555
This non-profit helps older adults make their homes safer by modifying or installing items such as handrails, grab bars, wheelchair ramps, and improved lighting. They also provide free minor home energy improvements for low- and moderate-income homeowners in the Sacramento area. Trained installers may apply weather-stripping and caulking, replace inefficient lighting, insulate wall plates, and/or install water-saving shower heads.
Cost: no cost for homeowners who meet income qualifications, fee-for-service for other clients
Who Is Eligible: anyone in Sacramento County can pay for services, must meet eligibility requirements for free services (see website or contact program for details)
Address: P.O. Box 255584, Sacramento, CA 95825-5584
Phone: (916) 455-1880
Email: can send message through Contact Us page on website
Website: http://rebuildingtogethersacramento.org/
Note: renters are eligible for fee-based services but must get owner approval for modifications
Low-income homeowners can apply for emergency home repair assistance to correct health and safety hazards.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: low-income homeowners in the cities of Sacramento, Galt, Folsom, and Isleton or in the unincorporated areas of Sacramento County who live in their own homes and meet financial eligibility requirements
Address: 630 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone: (916) 440-1317
Website: https://www.shra.org/homeowner-resources/
Note: applications are only accepted from June 1 - August 31 and from December 1 - February 28
Those who are able to do their own home repairs and maintenance can borrow equipment and supplies from this community tool library.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: anyone
Address: 1516 Del Paso Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95815
Phone: (916) 488-6441
Website: https://northsacfreetoollibrary.myturn.com/library/?defaultPage=true
This whole-house efficiency program offers rebates to SMUD customers who take steps to make their homes more efficient, such as upgrading heating and cooling systems. Homeowners work with approved contractors to identify needed improvements and select an appropriate upgrade package.
Cost: homeowners are responsible for the cost of upgrades, minus the rebate
Who Is Eligible: SMUD customers
Phone: (916) 732-5732
Email: AdvancedHomeSolutions@smud.org
Website: https://www.smud.org/en/Rebates-and-Savings-Tips/Improve-Home-Efficiency
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This page was created by Kaoyee Lor and Julie Xiong.
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