Cecil Construction, Inc provides emergency home services 24/7/365 to Grass Valley, California residents and the surrounding Sierra Nevada Foothills areas. The company has a number of Emergency Response Crews that are fully equipped with everything they need from trucks to tarps to ladders to sealants to mitigate further damage to property. They can also do residential and commercial interior and exterior painting. Cecil Construction is a member of the nonprofit Nevada County Contractors' Association.

Please note: Contractors charge fees for service. At this time there is no established low or no cost organization doing this kind of work in Nevada County.

Cecil Construction, Inc can help with:

• Wind damage
• Water damage/dry outs/extraction
• Fire and smoke damage
• Mold damage
• Tree removal
• Board-ups/Roof Tarping
• Structure Cleaning
• Contents pack out and storage
• Contents cleaning
• Contents Inventory

Web pages

• Home - https://cecilconstruction.com/

The PG&E Energy Savings Assistance Program provides free energy-saving home improvements for eligible PG&E customers.

Services are delivered by utility-approved contractors and are designed to lower energy costs and increase household comfort.

Services include:

• Replacing inefficient appliances such as refrigerators, furnaces, and water heaters

• Furnace and water heater repair or replacement may be available to eligible homeowners when PG&E determines existing natural gas units are inoperative or unsafe

• ENERGY STAR® Advanced LED light bulbs that use up to 80 percent less energy than traditional light bulbs

• Offering weatherization upgrades to improve home energy use

• Installing insulation, weatherproofing, and energy-efficient lighting

Web pages

• Home - https://www.pge.com/en_US/residential/save-energy-money/help-paying-your-bill/energy-reduction-and-weatherization/energy-savings-assistance-program/energy-savings-assistance-program.page

Environmental Utilities, a division of the City of Roseville, manages water, wastewater, garbage, recycling, stormwater, and recycled water services for Roseville residents.

Services include:

• Water delivery, wastewater collection, and recycled water systems
• Garbage, green waste, and recycling collection
• Stormwater quality monitoring and compliance
• Water efficiency programs, including Water Wise House Calls
• Educational materials on waste reduction and resource conservation

Web pages

• Home - https://www.roseville.ca.us/cms/One.aspx?portalId=7964922&pageId=8717422
• Recycling - https://www.roseville.ca.us/cms/One.aspx?portalId=7964922&pageId=8908309
• Water Wise House Calls - https://www.roseville.ca.us/cms/one.aspx?portalId=7964922&pageId=10783212
• Contact - https://www.roseville.ca.us/government/departments/environmental_utilities/contact_us

FREED's Fix-It program organizes volunteers to make minor home repairs or modifications which are health or safety related. Modifications may include installation of grab bars and hand rails, repair or replacement of electrical fixtures and leaking drains, help with ramps, and minor repairs to entry steps and porches. Modifications support people with disabilities, including seniors, so that they may continue to live in their own homes.

This program is offered through the Main Office in Grass Vallely AND the Branch Office site in Yuba City.

Web pages

• Home - https://freed.org/
• Fix-It program - https://freed.org/services/independent-living/fix-it-program/
• Contact - https://freed.org/contact/

This resource is eligible for electronic referral.

Habitat for Humanity partners with local families to build and sell affordable homes in Nevada County. The Home Ownership Program helps low-income families become homeowners by offering affordable mortgages and support throughout the homebuilding process.

Services include:

• Affordable homeownership opportunities for income-qualified families
• Income eligibility between 30% and 80% of the Nevada County area median income
• 500-hour “sweat equity” commitment per household toward home construction or other Habitat services
• Selection process based on need, income stability, and partnership readiness
• Application review process that includes interviews and home visits by the selection committee

Web pages

• Home - https://nchabitat.org/

Habitat for Humanity partners with low-income families in Placer County to build safe, affordable homes. The Home Ownership Program offers an opportunity for eligible households to purchase a home through a long-term, affordable mortgage.

Services include:

• Constructions of affordable homes in partnership with local families
• Homeownership opportunities to qualifying low-income households
• Long-term, affordable mortgage options
• Support throughout the application and home-buying process

Additional notes:

Program availability depends on funding, land availability, and construction timelines.

Web pages

• Home - http://www.foothillshabitat.org/

The City of Grass Valley's First Time Homebuyer program can help low income households purchase their first home. Funding can help people qualify for a loan and assist with down payment and closing costs. This program is managed by Michael Baker International.

Web pages

• Brochure in English and Spanish with basic program requirements, maximum income limits, and info about how to apply - https://www.cityofgrassvalley.com/sites/main/files/file-attachments/fthb_brochure.pdf

The Town of Loomis provides resources on housing:

• Alta California Regional Center creates partnerships to support all eligible individuals with developmental disabilities, children at risk, and their families in choosing services and supports through individual lifelong planning as a means to achieve healthy and productive lives in their own communities Alta California Regional Center serves individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, and other similar conditions.
  
• The California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA ) offers an Accessory Dwelling Unit Grant Program, in which eligible homeowners could receive up to $40,000 to fund ADU predevelopment and closing costs (including interest rate buydowns).
  

Web pages

• Home - https://loomis.ca.gov/residents
• Alta California Regional Center - https://www.altaregional.org/
• California Housing Finance Agency - https://www.calhfa.ca.gov/adu/index.htm

The Habitat for Humanity ReStore offers used, low-cost home improvement goods such as appliances, furniture, lighting, housewares, hardware, plumbing, electrical, building supplies, lawn and garden materials, and tools. Accepts donations from the community, and may offer a pick-up service for larger items. Call to inquire.
Web pages

• Home - https://nchabitat.org/
• Restore - https://nchabitat.org/restore/

The Habitat for Humanity ReStore operates the ReStore, a home improvement outlet that sells new and gently used items to the public at low cost.

Services include:

• Discounted home goods such as appliances, furniture, lighting, housewares, and tools
• Building supplies including plumbing, electrical, hardware, and lawn and garden materials
• May provide pickup service for large donated items

Additional notes:

Availability of items and donation pickup service may vary.

Web pages

• Home - http://www.foothillshabitat.org/restore.html