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Home repair and weatherization projects can be expensive.

In a declining economy, home repairs or weatherization improvements can be a luxury, even when they are necessary for health or safety reasons. Several grant programs fund home repairs and weatherization for qualified applicants. Does this Spark an idea?

  1. U.S. Department of Energy

    • The U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Weatherization and Intergovernmental Program distributes grant money to states, which then fund local weatherization agencies. Individuals who receive supplemental security income or aid to families with dependent children, people with a disability, seniors over age 60 and families with children receive preference. Apply through local weatherization agencies.

    U.S. Department of Agriculture

    • The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development office offers grants for home repair in rural areas. Grants range up to $7,500 and must be used to make a home more safe or healthy. Low-income homeowners over age 62 are eligible to apply.

    Illinois Housing Development Authority

    • The Illinois Housing Development Authority's Home Modification Program offers repair grants. Senior citizens over age 60 with incomes below 50 percent of the area median are eligible. Grants fund repairs such as accessibility modifications and rectification of safety hazards.

    King County

    • Washington's King County offers Housing Repair and Weatherization. Qualified applicants meet low-income standards and own or rent a home or mobile home. The program funds repairs such as roof or septic system replacement, accessibility modifications or projects to make homes more energy-efficient.

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