Habitat for Humanity of Summit County Home Repair

Habitat for Humanity of Summit County

Closed Home Repair

About This Program

Habitat for Humanity of Summit County provides critical home repairs including roof replacement, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and accessibility modifications. Income must be 30-80% AMI. Applications for 2026 are closed; reopens November 2026.

Repair value varies by project scope; no cash grant to homeowner

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

In Akron, OH, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Covers roof, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, gutters, accessibility
  • Income must be 30-80% of Summit County AMI
  • Property taxes and mortgage must be current
  • 2026 applications closed, reopens November 1, 2026
  • Projects completed April through November

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

330-745-7734

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Applications reopen November 1, 2026 for 2027 service

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