Texas Emergency Home Repair Program

Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs

Available Emergency Repair

About This Program

Emergency repair assistance for very-low-income homeowners facing immediate health and safety threats. Covers critical systems including roof leaks, plumbing failures, electrical hazards, and HVAC failures. Administered through Community Action Agencies.

Emergency grant for immediate health and safety repairs

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Up to $5,000 for emergency repairs
  • Income at or below 50% AMI
  • Immediate health and safety threats only
  • Must be owner-occupied
  • Apply through Community Action Agencies

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Lone Star, TX can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

You will likely need a contractor to apply

Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Lone Star early keeps your application moving.

Get matched with a contractor

Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

Deadline: Rolling applications, subject to fund availability

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