Home Repair Services
"This is to express my heartfelt thanks to Yachad for helping to repair my roof. I was so impressed by the warm and caring attitudes displayed by staff when they inspected my home. The follow up "How We Do It" Seminar that I attended was full of excellent home maintenance information that I am using. May God bless you and all of the Yachad staff and volunteers for all that you do to help others"
- Homeowner assisted by Yachad
Who is Yachad?
Yachad is a Jewish nonprofit housing and community development organization based in the District of Columbia. Our services are provided to those in need, regardless of religion, race, gender or sexual orientation. We repair single family homes and work on community and commercial development projects throughout the year. During the summer, Yachad has a program that builds accessibility ramps for individual with disabilities. This work is done at no cost to the homeowner
Why does Yachad do this work?
Jewish tradition teaches that the world is not complete - there remain many improvements that each generation can contribute toward "repairing the world". Yachad provides people with the opportunity to engage in meaningful and substantive community service by helping meet the housing needs of lower-income homeowners.
How does Yachad do its work ?
Yachad is supported by private donations from individuals and foundations. We also receive grants from partner organizations to support our projects. Most of our work is done by Jewish volunteers, both skilled and unskilled.
How can we help you?
Fill out our application requesting services. We provide our services to homeowners that have insufficient resources to pay for repairs themselves. We ask for proof of homeownership and current property tax records.
After we receive your application, the Yachad staff will schedule an appointment to inspect your home and determine the scope of work. We address critical conditions first, such as leaking roofs and electrical and plumbing problems.
Maintenance issues, such as painting, window re-glazing, kitchen repairs and security are considered next. If accepted, the entire process from receiving your application to completing the work, may take three to six months. Applications are accepted year round and project selection begins in November. We work on 25 -30 projects annually.
After we receive your application, the Yachad staff will schedule an appointment to inspect your home and determine the scope of work. We address critical conditions first, such as leaking roofs and electrical and plumbing problems. Maintenance issues, such as painting, window re-glazing, kitchen repairs and security are considered secondarily. The entire process from receiving your application to completing the work, may take three to six months. Applications are accepted year round and project selection begins in November. We work on 25 -30 projects annually.
Looking for a contractor referral?
We know how difficult it is to find a reliable contractor. We can provide you with the names of contractors we know and trust. Contact us directly for this list. Always use contractors who are licensed and bonded professionals. While sometimes more expensive, in the long run they will be the safest option for your home and wallet.
Also, keep in mind, it is illegal for licensed and bonded professionals to go door to door soliciting work. If you have someone visit your house uninvited offering you a free estimate on home improvement work, do not accept the offer. This is not legal and usually leads to homeowners paying for bad work.
Workshops
Whether you are our client or not, you are welcome to attend our free workshops offered throughout the year. We will give you tips and tools to maintain and improve your home, teach you how to do small DIY jobs, and teach you how to prepare your house for each season. If you are interested in attending any of the following classes, please contact us directly to sign up at
How We Do It Seminars
Spring Session - Spring Cleaning, landscaping, basic repairs, basic tips on cleaning, sorting and throwing away clutter.
Winter Session - Winter preparation, energy saving tips, basic tips to avoid mice, draft, high energy bills.
Budgeting for Homeowners
Co-taught by an accounting/lending/banking professional and aYachad homeowner alum who succeeds in budgeting. Learn techniques for saving and spending throughout the year.
Clutter and Cleaning Control
Co-taught by a clutter expert and aYachad homeowner alum who succeeds in cleaning and clutter control you will learn techniques on ways to clear out your clutter, organize your things and keep your house tidy and neat.
