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John Hunter has lived in his home on the west side of the City of Youngstown for over a decade. He chose this home because of its proximity to his parents and his love for the area.
About eight years ago, John said he had the back half of his roof replaced but recently noticed small droplets coming from the ceiling near the back patio. Knowing the leak needed to be addressed immediately, he hired a housing inspector to evaluate his roof.
The findings came as a bit of a shock. Despite the leak being in the back of the home, the inspector said the roof on the front of the house also needed to be replaced. He said that repair alone came with a large price tag. “He wanted to charge me something like $15,000. Obviously, I can’t afford that. Not many people can.”
While at work, John mentioned his predicament to a coworker, who told him about Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation and its emergency repair program. John said his coworker spoke highly of YNDC and the repairs it completed at his home. Not wanting to waste time, John said he immediately contacted YNDC to see if he could qualify for assistance.
John was relieved to learn he qualified. He applied a little over a year ago, and the process moved quickly. John said it was everything he and other homeowners could need. “I contacted YNDC last winter, maybe a little before that, because the weather was cold, and they came out right away. The roof repair was done quickly.”
John said the program requirements were reasonable for the cost of the repairs made. “I mean, financially, I couldn’t afford the repairs. Plus, I’m not looking to sell my home. So, I’m completely satisfied.”
Now, John shares with others about how YNDC helped him and how it could help them, too.
For questions regarding the Owner-Occupied Home Repair Program, call 330.480.0423.