Whether you lost your job and can t afford to pay for a new roof or live in an area affected by a natural disaster the government has a grant program available to help homeowners fund repairs.
I need a new roof but have no money.
Do you know someone who can help me with this expense.
By sp from fountain inn sc.
If you need a new roof but can t afford it all hope might seem lost.
Most people don t have almost 800 to spend on.
Of course the total cost will differ depending on the size of the roof the amount of damage that needs repair as well as the age of your roof.
I am getting food stamps and daycare help from the state.
Scott bulifant the residential sales director at.
I m unemployed and i ve started my social security.
I need any help i can get.
If money s tight you can also refinance so that your new mortgage is also for 30 years.
There are many grants available for people who are experiencing financial troubles and have a roof in need of replacing.
Dipping into your savings for a new roof hardly sounds appealing but sometimes you may not have a choice.
I have 7 holes in my roof with a tarp on it.
Completely replacing a leaky roof is a very expensive repair job.
However letting the roof continue to leak is not a good option either as this can cause more damage on the interior of your house and in the end cost you more money.
Often the financial aspects of installing a new roof or repairing your existing roof are so overwhelming that a healthy roof may seem like an impossible goal.
My 19 year old also lives with me with her 6 month old.
Keep in mind that you ll have to pay closing costs which may add up to hundreds or even thousands of dollars as well as interest but at least you ll have the money to pay for the new roof.
By gloria z 9 posts 298 comments may 18 2014 0 found this helpful.
But if you need a major home repair such as a new roof coming up with the money to cover the expense can be next to impossible.
Signs you need to replace your roof.
There are many government grants for roof replacement that could help keep your home sturdy and snug.
The interest rates on most credit cards are extremely high and once you dig yourself into that kind of a debt it can take.
However you don t have to feel overwhelmed or alone.
If you use the right strategies you can get your roof repaired and have peace of mind even if you can t afford it right now.
I need a new roof but i don t have the money to get it done.
However even though you are feeling overwhelmed now there are options that you have.
Whatever you do you should resist the temptation to try to pay for it with a credit card.
Money for home improvements.