Habitat for Humanity Detroit, Critical Home Repair

Habitat for Humanity Detroit

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Habitat for Humanity Detroit, Critical Home Repair is available to homeowners in Detroit, MI.

Free critical home repairs for low-income Detroit homeowners who are seniors (60+), veterans, have a disability, or have children in the home. Habitat Detroit provides roofing, plumbing, electrical, weatherization, and accessibility repairs at no cost. Volunteer labor keeps costs down. Income must be low to moderate. Separate from the City of Detroit Critical Home Repair Program, two different programs you may apply to independently.

Senior, veteran, disabled, or children in home; low income

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

Data last verified 2026-04-01. How we verify our data.

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

Key Details

  • Free for qualifying low-income homeowners
  • Priority: seniors 60+, veterans, disabled, families with children
  • Covers roofs, plumbing, electrical, weatherization
  • Volunteer-based, separate from City Critical Repair program
  • Apply at habitatdetroit.org

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

313-922-7474

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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).
  • 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).
  • 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: Year-round, apply at habitatdetroit.org

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for Habitat for Humanity Detroit, Critical Home Repair in Detroit?

Habitat for Humanity Detroit, Critical Home Repair is open to homeowners in Detroit, MI. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors. It serves veterans and military families.

How do I apply for Habitat for Humanity Detroit, Critical Home Repair in Detroit, MI?

Apply directly with Habitat for Humanity Detroit using the official program link on this page or call 313-922-7474. There is no middleman and no fee.

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