Renovating

If you are a low to moderate income homeowner in Northumberland County, you might be able to get help with repairs and upgrades to your home through Renovate Northumberland or ReNew It.

These programs can help you with needed home repairs up to $10,000 through a forgivable loan or interest-free loan. You can also apply for a grant of up to $5,000 for accessibility upgrades.

What types of repairs are included?

  • Heating systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Chimneys
  • Doors and windows
  • Foundations, roofs, walls, floors and ceilings
  • Plumbing and septic

What types of accessibility upgrades are included?

  • Ramps
  • Handrails
  • Chair and bath lifts
  • Height of countertops
  • Cues for doorbells and/or fire alarms

How to apply

If you would like to learn more about the Renovate Northumberland or ReNew It programs, you can contact Habitat for Humanity Northumberland.

If you would like to apply for a loan or grant, you have to fill out and hand in an Expression of Interest. Someone from Habitat for Humanity will get in touch with you about your request. Stay tuned to this page to learn when Expressions of Interest are being accepted.