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Jackson-Union County Habitat for Humanity offers a minor repair program for homeowners.

Project requests may only be for external repairs, including:

- Minor inside plumbing repairs.

- Minor roof repair on low slope roofs.

- Building or repair of small ramps.

- Minor repairs to porches or railings.

- Minor window or door repair.

- Partial weatherization.

- Minor inside wall repairs.

- Screen repair to windows and doors.

- Minor gutter repair and cleaning.

Project requests MAY NOT involve:

- Elective reconstruction or remodeling projects.

- Redecorating projects or unnecessary aesthetic changes.

Furnace repair for homeowners only.

Assists income eligible seniors and disabled Sioux City homeowners who are in need of home repairs.

The program typically provides repairs to, but not limited to, the following:

- Electrical.

- Plumbing.

- Repairing roofs and soffits.

- Repairing masonry and concrete.

- Repairing porches.

- Furnishing and installing gutters and downspouts.

- Installing energy efficient doors.

- Renovating bathrooms.

- Widening interior doorways.

- Replacing door and window hardware.

- Installing grab bars or railings.

- Relocating laundry facilities to the main level.

Offers exterior home repairs to homeowners that meet income guidelines, who are unable to make the repairs on their own. Homeowners pay for materials and Habitat volunteers assist with minor improvements like painting, landscaping, exterior door replacements, and accessibility improvements.

Provides a home provision program for single parents. Services include lawn care and shrub trimming, interior and exterior painting, furniture assembly or removal, installation and repair of minor items such as towel bars, light switch covers, door handles, wall patchwork, packing and moving, cleaning and organizing.

Services for individuals who need help due to a health condition, physical impairment, or are homebound for other reasons. Services include: transportation to non-emergency medical appointments, building wheelchair ramps, modified steps, steps and railings, and running errands or grocery shopping.

Supports minor to moderate owner-occupied home repairs for seniors, veterans, and persons with disabilities. All home repairs are eligible; budget per home is up to $40,000. Repairs are provided at no cost to the homeowner, with no liens recorded or ongoing financial requirements.

Provided at no cost if furnace is malfunctioning. Income must be at or below 200% of poverty guidelines. Applicant must be a county resident and homeowner. Applications are accepted on a year round basis but funding is limited.

Collaborates with other communitywide groups such as 4-H, FFA, Scout programs, Student Council groups, church youth & adult groups, etc, for projects that may involve yardwork and landscaping, painting, and moving furniture.

Connects clientele with other organizations or services which may help meet their immediate needs.

Rehabilitates the houses of low-income homeowners (particularly the elderly, disabled, and families with children) so that they may continue to live in warmth, safety and independence. All work is provided free of charge to the homeowner. Referrals come from health and human service agencies, community and faith-based organizations, service groups, case managers, and individuals. The homeowners, if physically able, work with the volunteers in the spirit of neighbor helping neighbor. Home assessments determine a home's eligibility based on national and local criteria.

Repairs vary from painting and trash removal to minor repairs such as electrical or plumbing work. Smoke detectors and new locks may be installed. Home modifications and accessibility needs given priority. The repairs must be able to be completed in one day; no major structural repairs and no tree removal.

Provides home maintenance and minor home repairs for homeowners.

Typical repairs include (but not limited to) minor carpentry, electrical, plumbing, small painting projects and touch-ups, lawn care (mowing, yard work), gutter cleaning, and window and screen repairs.

Technicians are typically retired workers who have learned home repair from years of personal experience.

Provides eligible homeowners with assistance with minor repairs to improve safe housing.

Free home repairs and modifications for low-income homeowners age 60 and over. Services include plumbing, electrical, roofs, gutters, flooring, grab bars, handrails, ramps, tub/shower modifications and other critical repairs.

Work is done by staff, volunteers and trade professionals.

Small home repairs for the elderly, disabled, and low-income individuals of Shelby County.

Call for assistance on a specific job and make an appointment for SCCO to evaluate the project, gather the needed supplies, and perform the work.

Service calls usually last between 30 minutes and 2 hours, depending on the number and type of jobs being worked on.

Homeowners are responsible for the cost of materials, while the labor is provided on a donation basis.

Provides chore services through the Nebraska AD Waiver program including lawn care and snow removal.

Furnace repair for homeowners only.

Repairs and rehabilitates homes for low-income households of elderly persons, persons with a disability, and families with children.

May build handicap ramps, including for mobile homes.

Work is supported entirely by contributions of time, labor, material, and money; all able-bodied residents of the home are expected to assist in making repairs.

*DOES NOT provide the following services: roofs, foundations, siding, furnaces, lead remediation, chimneys, or work on mobile homes (other than wheelchair ramps).

Offers home repairs and improvements necessary for restoring and maintaining safe living conditions and home values. This program is applicable for low-income families, seniors, and those with a disability. Services include interior or exterior work performed to alleviate critical health, life and safety issues or code violations. This includes a change to or repair of materials or components, a reconfiguration of space, a modification for accessibility and interior modifications, installation or extension of plumbing, and mechanical or electrical systems on an existing structure.

Provided at no cost if furnace is malfunctioning. Income must be at or below 200% of poverty guidelines. Applicant must be a county resident and homeowner. Applications are accepted on a year round basis but funding is limited.