Emergency Home Repair Program
Home Repair Services
Emergency Home Repair
Facing unexpected or urgent home issues? You’re not alone—and help is here. Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency’s Emergency Home Repair Program is designed to quickly and efficiently address critical repairs, ensuring your home remains safe and livable.
Our team can assist with: roof repair, electrical problems, plumbing leaks, and structural damage.
Emergency home repair serves homeowners residing in: Antrim, Benzie, Charlevoix, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Missaukee, and Wexford Counties. Don’t wait protect your home and peace of mind today!
To qualify, homeowners must:
- Meet other funder-determined factors
- Be income-eligible, occupy the home as their primary residence
- Be current on their mortgage and property taxes
- Provide proof of active homeowners’ insurance, which must remain valid throughout
the duration of the loan - Meet other funder-determined factors



Kick Start your Application
Don’t let unexpected issues in your home disrupt your life, discover how our emergency home repair program can provide prompt and professional assistance you need. Start your home renovation journey by sending an email. Reach out to HEESIntake@nmcaa.net or fill out our pre-screen application for assistance.
Homeowners must be current on their mortgage and property taxes. Proof of insurance must also be provided and remain active throughout the life of the loan.
**Funding for cost of the repair is provided by a 0% interest loan with no monthly payments if the assistance is $2,501 or greater. Loans are payable at transfer of ownership. Repairs under $2,500 offered as a grant with no payment required.
Home Repair Services List
This Emergency Home Repair Program may be able to assist with repairs such as:
Installing or repairing wells or septic systems
Repairing or replacing heating units or water heaters
Repairing or replacing a roof that is leaking or is damaging the interior
Providing handicap accessibility to the home or bathroom
Repairing or replacing dangerous electrical connections
Repairing plumbing leaks
Other repairs that affect the well-being of the occupants
Contact Us
Emergency Home Repairs funds are limited. Resource guides will also be provided to other organizations for possible assistance. For further information and the requirements to apply for any of these programs, contact the HEES department by calling or emailing.
NMCAA is an equal opportunity employer, provider, and lender. If you or someone you know is hearing impaired, contact us through the Michigan Relay Center.
NMCAA is committed to supporting housing needs in our community by reducing energy costs, decreasing health concerns and providing safer homes through Emergency Repairs and Weatherization Assistance Program.
Interested Contractors: NMCAA’s Emergency Home Repair Program is seeking licensed & insured contractors
across our service area. This includes: general contractors, roofers, electricians, HVAC, etc. If you are interested, please reach out to HEESintake@nmcaa.net or call 231-947-3780.


Home Repair Services
This Emergency Home Repair Program can Assist with Repairs Such as:

Contact Us
Emergency Home Repairs funds are limited. Resource guides will also be provided to other organizations for possible assistance. For further information and the requirements to apply for any of these programs, contact the HEES department by calling or emailing.
NMCAA is an equal opportunity employer, provider, and lender. If you or someone you know is hearing impaired, contact us through the Michigan Relay Center.
NMCAA is committed to supporting housing needs in our community by reducing energy costs, decreasing health concerns and providing safer homes through Emergency Repairs and Weatherization Assistance Program.
Interested Contractors: NMCAA’s Emergency Home Repair Program is seeking licensed & insured contractors
across our service area. This includes: general contractors, roofers, electricians, HVAC, etc. If you are interested, please reach out to HEESintake@nmcaa.net or call 231-947-3780.
Housing & Energy Efficiency Services
NMCAA is committed to supporting housing needs in our community by reducing energy costs, decreasing health concerns and providing safer homes through Emergency Repairs and Low-Income Weatherization.
Housing & Energy Efficiency Services
NMCAA is committed to supporting housing needs in our community by reducing energy costs, decreasing health concerns and providing safer homes through Emergency Repairs and Low-Income Weatherization.


