Austin Home Repair Contractors Coalition

Whether you’re installing a hot tub, building an annex, unclogging a drain, or building an entirely new dream home from scratch, Austin Home Repair Coalition has got you covered. We offer the most comprehensive database available for you to search for contractors and post your jobs, which will encourage contractors to bid on your project and offer you competitive rates. And that can only be good for your peace of mind.

We have thousands of professional contractors that you can call. Whether you need a general contractor, a handyman (or handywoman), an electrician, a plumber, or any other home renovation professional, our listings will point your search in the right direction. Our database is kept current with contractors that are reliable, capable professionals who will help you with your most daunting home renovation projects.

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Among the wide range of home improvement needs you may have, from whole-home renovation through plumbing and electrical work to minor repair work, you may need to build an addition for a growing family, renovate your kitchen, remodel your bathroom, or simply fix that annoying dripping faucet you have to listen to all night. RepairAustin.org is truly your one-stop shop to meet all of your home renovation and building needs.

The Austin Home Repair Coalition (AHRC) collaborates with home repair agencies in the Austin area that provide home repairs and other housing-related assistance. The coalition is an inter-referral network that regularly assembles and collaborates to provide home assistance to satisfy each client’s needs adequately. Together, we make it feasible for homeowners to thrive in the homes they have grown to love, now and in the future. This holistic approach to home repair has elevated the fabric of Austin’s diverse neighborhoods and touched the lives of many people – especially long-time residents – in the community.

“They did a great job. I appreciate the program and i hope it continues for senior citizens because a lot of them can’t do it themselves.” – daughter of client

Repairs may vary depending on repair groups, funding, and the homeowner’s needs. Some repair groups use private contractors, some use staff, and some rely on volunteers to implement the repairs/modifications. Generally, the home repair groups can provide the following repairs/modifications:

• Accessibility modifications to bathroom and/or kitchen
• Ramps
• Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical repairs
• Window and door repairs/replacement
• Flooring
• Sheetrock and painting
• Structured repair-foundation and beam repairs
• Roof repair
• Exterior repair
• Painting as related to repairs
• Ceiling fans
• Other repairs for health, safety, and accessibility

Finding the Best Contractors in Austin

If you’re like most Texans, your home is the most precious financial asset you have. It’s also the place you want to feel the most relaxed. That’s why it’s important that your home be the way you want it – and why it’s so important to find the right general contractor, handyperson, plumber, or electrician that fits both the needs and the budget for your home improvements.

Never hire a contractor because they were the first name you ran across, or because their advertisement was biggest. Find local home improvement contractors through referrals and other reputable sources.

Research professionals in your area. Interview candidates; ask questions. What do the home improvement contractors know about eco-friendly home improvement?  Do they provide total home improvement handyman services?  Do they offer free home improvement professional advice?  What can they tell you about home improvement projects that add value to the property?  What type of home improvements have they worked on?  Do they have references you can contact and pictures of previously completed jobs?

Ask for proof of licensing and insurance; get contact information for references. Check everything out; make sure no formal complaints exist against the contractors. After selecting the best home improvement contractor for the job, get full project details in writing. Don’t begin work or sign anything until you have a detailed contract that you have read thoroughly in-hand, signed by both parties.  

For larger, more extensive home improvements you might prefer the services of a well established general contractor with a reputable team of professional tradesmen. Hiring a general contractor is usually easier, more efficient, less confusing, and time-consuming than trying to find individual local home improvement contractors and manage the project yourself. In addition, hiring a general contractor instead of multiple independent professionals can save on project costs.

For detailed tips on hiring and screening a contractor click here.

Our massive database, drawn from across Central Texas, includes detailed, comprehensive information on our contractors. You will know exactly what you’re getting in the people you’re considering for hire to work on your home renovation projects. Our contractor profiles include credentials, reviews, and portfolio albums to give you both the facts and the figures. The reviews on each contractor profile are carefully screened so that you can be sure you’re reading authentic feedback from actual satisfied – or not! – customers. A picture is worth a thousand words, so our contractor portfolios will show you in vivid color what you can expect the contractor to bring to your home renovation project. You want all the information you can get so that you can be sure you’re hiring the best contractor for your repair, renovation, or building adventure.

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Austin Roof Repair

Roof damage can come in all types of shapes and sizes. From major roof repair issues to minor ones, our roofing contractors are able to handle it all. They’re always able to tackle any and all of your roof repair issues. Whether you have a leaking roof or any other type of damage, they’re always sure to be able to help you out. Our recommended roofing contractors specialize in fixing all types of roof repairs.

Roof Inspections

Having your roof inspected is important. Many contractors provide free roof inspections. They’re able to come out to your location to make sure that your roof is in good condition. They check for broken shingles, cracked caulk, rotted wood, unsecured gutters, and other types of damage. Roof inspectors are always thorough and attentive during the roof inspection process, so your roof is sure to be inspected meticulously.

Austin Home Improvement

The Austin Home Repair Coalition provides low-income families, the disabled, and the elderly with services that restore feelings of security, health, and well-being, and independent living. Many of the families we serve are multi-generational grandparents raising their grandchildren or frequently looking after them on the weekends and after school. The average AHRC client is:

• Female
• Over the age of 62
• On a fixed income of less than $1,000 per month

Clients reside all over Austin, but a majority live in the 78702, 78721, and 78741 zip code areas and earn below the 30% MFI level. We hope to continue expanding our services in and around the Austin community as more low-income families and seniors strive to stay in their homes and to live independently.

Program Eligibility

Eligibility for home repair assistance may vary by organization. General applicant and property requirements are as follows:

Applicant Eligibility
√ Must submit an application and proof of income
√ Total household income is at or below 80% of the Median Family Income (MFI) for Travis County, Texas
√ Applicant must agree to the program requirements
√ No outstanding debts or judgments owed to any government agencies
√ Has not received previous assistance from another home repair ground in the same fiscal year.

Property Eligibility
√ The home must be owner-occupied and in the owner’s name
√ The home must be in the city limits of Austin
√ Taxes must be current
√ Must ensure the property against loss or damage. This requirement may be waived for applicants earning at or below 30% MFI

Unfortunately, the AHRC doe not have the capability to provide home repairs on manufactured mobile homes. These repairs are highly specialized.

These organizations have eligibility requirements. Please contact them or see their websites for more information.

Groups that provide No-cost Home Repairs

• American YouthWorks
• Austin Area Urban League
• Austin Habitat for Humanity
• Interfaith Action of Central Texas
• Meals on Wheels and More
• 1House at a Time
• Texas Ramp Project

Social Services & Advocacy Groups

• Austin Groups for the Elderly
• Community Action Network
• Family Eldercare
• Housing Workers Austin
• The University of  Texas at Austin, School of Architecture
• United Way of Austin

Government Agencies & Utility Providers

• City of Austin, Neighborhood Housing and Community Development
• Travis County Health and Human Services
• Travis County Home Repairs
• Austin Energy
• Austin Water Utilities
• City of Austin, Code Compliance