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Tuesday, April 16, 2024.
Debra moved into her home to be closer to her family in 2006. Shortly after purchasing her fixer upper home, her partner passed away, leaving her with only one income and many unfinished projects. The roof was a big project that kept being postponed in favor of other smaller and more urgent projects. After she retired, the roof kept getting worse and worse. She said “In heavy rains, it was leaking in the back bedroom and I would see tiles in the driveway after every rain.”
YNDC replaced Debra’s roof and there are no more leaks! “To have assistance with big cost like this, it has made such a difference,” she said. “When I qualified for the roof replacement program, it was such a relief. It was a big load off of my mind because if the roof goes, the whole house is in danger.” Debra is grateful to be able to stay in her home, and be an active part of her children’s and grandchildren’s lives. She said, “I felt confident through the winter and I don’t have to worry about the roof leaking every time it rains. I can now repair the damage caused by the leaking and stay in my home.” And Debra’s utility costs have also improved. She said, “I am not losing heat like I was before.” This roof was made possible thanks to the City of Youngstown.