Rebuilding Together Boston, Free Home Repairs

Rebuilding Together Boston (Nonprofit)

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Rebuilding Together Boston, Free Home Repairs is available to homeowners in Boston, MA.

Rebuilding Together Boston provides free essential home repairs to low-income Boston homeowners, with priority given to veterans, older adults, people with disabilities, and families. Services include roofing, electrical, plumbing, flooring, accessibility modifications, weatherization, safety upgrades (smoke/CO detectors, grab bars), painting, and landscaping. Work is completed by volunteer teams and licensed contractors at no cost.

No cost to eligible homeowners. Scope determined by RTB assessment. Low-income Boston homeowners only; documentation of income, taxes, and ownership required.

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

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

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

Key Details

  • Free home repairs for low-income Boston homeowners, no cost
  • Covers roofing, electrical, plumbing, accessibility mods, weatherization, safety upgrades
  • Priority for veterans, seniors, people with disabilities, and families
  • Must provide proof of income, ownership, and residency in Boston
  • Contact Rebuilding Together Boston at 617-971-0058 or rebuildingtogetherboston.org

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

617-971-0058

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This grant requires a licensed contractor

This grant requires the work to be done by a licensed contractor, and you will likely need a written estimate to apply. Get a free estimate from a contractor in Boston who knows grant paperwork.

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Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

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).
  • Proof of military service (DD-214) and, for disability-based grants, your VA disability rating letter.
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • 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: Rolling applications, contact RTB for current availability

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for Rebuilding Together Boston, Free Home Repairs in Boston?

Rebuilding Together Boston, Free Home Repairs is open to homeowners in Boston, MA. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors. It serves veterans and military families.

How do I apply for Rebuilding Together Boston, Free Home Repairs in Boston, MA?

Apply directly with Rebuilding Together Boston (Nonprofit) using the official program link on this page or call 617-971-0058. There is no middleman and no fee.

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