Programs that provide a variety of minor home repair services for homeowners who qualify. Specific services vary by organization but include such things as fixing leaky pipes and faucets; clearing clogged drains; replacing broken switches, sockets and electrical fixtures; changing light bulbs; fixing or replacing door locks and handles; replacing broken screen doors or window panes; installing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and changing batteries; making minor repairs on stair treads; replacing carpet threshold strips; and replacing furnace filters.

Programs that offer the services of individuals who inspect roofs for broken or missing shingles, apply new shingles, locate and fix leaks, winterize and waterproof the roof, remove moss or algae and accumulated debris, check the flashings and joints for holes or deterioration, and make minor repairs.

Programs that offer the services of individuals who install special window coverings that prevent damage to the windows and insulate the home during cold or inclement weather and remove them at the end of the season.