What is Rebuilding Together Philadelphia?

We provide free home repairs to make homes safe for seniors, healthy for kids and secure assets to pass on to the next generation. We are a local, independent affiliate of Rebuilding Together, Inc., the nation's leading nonprofit organization providing critical home repairs, modifications and improvements.

How do I apply?

If you live within one of our service areas and meet income requirements, you can call our office to be added to the waitlist. Please see our Get Repairs page for more information.

Who is eligible for help?

Homeowners living within one of our service areas at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) in need of health and safety repairs.

How do you decide what projects to complete in a home?

We have a checklist of priorities. Our staff works with selected homeowners to inspect homes and develop a work scope based on these priorities. A homeowner's priorities may be different, so we agree (in writing) on the work that we commit to complete before we begin.

Who pays for the repairs?

Our sponsors and individual donors - not the homeowners!

I have a landlord. Can you help me?

RTP recently launched a pilot program in collaboration with Face to Face and Community Legal Services to support tenants in need of repairs. [See if you qualify for the Repair and Deduct Program.]

The deed to my home is in another family member's name. Can you help me?

RTP only assists homeowners who have their name on the deed. Please check our Legal Resources page for help with getting the deed in your name