Home repair loans for low-income seniors and people with disabilities

Low-income Berkeley homeowners who have a permanent disability or are at least 62 years old can apply for interest-free, deferred loans from the City to repair their homes. 

You can borrow up to $60,000 for non-emergency repairs, like a new

New Book Alert: Abandon House: How to Survive a Home Repair Fiasco

At some point in life, nearly all of us have faced the same struggle: hiring a plumber, contractor, or other “essential service” worker, only to be overcharged, misled, or left with more problems than when we started. Whether it’s a

6 Most Reliable Refrigerator Brands, According to Repair Techs

VIA MERCHANT

Pros:

  • Reliable fridges that last many years
  • Easy to fix
  • Special features like water dispenser and humidity control
  • Wide service network
  • Large range of styles and sizes

Cons:

  • Expensive
  • Some models can be noisy

Three of the three

ALAS Appliance Repair Enhances Plano Operations with Advanced Training and Certification Programs

ALAS Appliance Repair has announced a major enhancement to its Plano operations through the launch of advanced training and certification programs designed for its team of skilled technicians. This investment in professional development strengthens the company’s ability to provide high‑quality

4 ways to cover unexpected home repairs

Whether it happens due to weather events or simple wear and tear over time, an unanticipated repair is an unfortunate inevitability for just about any homeowner. Sometimes the repair is quick, easy and cheap, but often it is not, and

The ROAD to Housing Act includes a repair program piloted in Pa.

Tuesday saw a rare act of bipartisan comity in Washington, as the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs unanimously voted for an omnibus housing policy bill that includes a national version of a Pennsylvania program.

The bill, crafted

‘This is just what I needed’

Photo Credit: EJ’s Appliance Repair, Facebook

It may not seem like it, but the average dryer has a 10- to 13-year lifespan — provided it’s well-maintained and cared for. 

In that same vein, EJ’s Appliance Repair dropped a Reel with

Dayton nonprofit gets $1.7M grant to complete home repair, weatherization work across the city

Improving energy efficiency is a way to cut expenses. The nonprofit Dayton Energy Collaborative will receive a $1.7 million dollar grant from the city of Dayton over the next three years to support efforts that go beyond energy efficiency.

The

Home Improvement Tips for 50+ Adults

Keep projects small and manageable

JONATHAN: Every year, do a walk-through of your home and take note of places that could use a small refresh. It could be something as simple as applying a fresh coat of paint, swapping a

San Angelo floods spark surge in home repair demands

Workers have started restoration of homes after floods, but it’s looking to be a long, slow process.

SAN ANGELO, Texas — Flood-soaked items out on the curb have become a common sight in San Angelo after July 4’s floods and