HAMMERS' Holiday Home Repair

Mooresville - Day 1

2012-01-11T10:10:00.000-08:00

The Holiday Home Repair project picked back up Tuesday, January 10th. With the home in Huntersville complete, a team from Saussy Burbank turned their attention to our HAMMERS client in Mooresville.

The homeowner and her son occupy the home. The main entry access, a small staircase leading to a back deck, had warped over time, causing the deck to pull away from the house. Work was well underway by the time DHC's Executive Director, Marcia Webster and HAMMERS Supervisor, David Hunt arrived. The old construction was completely removed from the home and new construction had just begun.

Photos:

The work site:

The team continues framing the base of the porch.

Digging begins for the next phase of installation.

Posts dug into the ground will maintain the integrity of the porch through daily foot traffic.

New beams will keep the back porch stable.

HAMMERS Supervisor, David Hunt, smiles with approval of the work completed thus far.

More photos of the progress to come!

Huntersville - Day 2

2012-01-04T10:03:00.000-08:00

With day one wrapped up, work began right away this morning at our Huntersville home. The smell of freshly cut wood filled the air when DHC staff arrived at the site to help the contractors thaw with coffee and donuts.

A new ramp will extend out further into the driveway, enabling the homeowner to easily maneuver from a car to her home.

Strong posts will support the integrity of the new ramp for years to come.

The drop between the side door and the previous ramp no longer exists. The new construction is flush with both the front and side doors.

The homeowner eagerly anticipates warmer weather and the opportunity to enjoy watching her grandchildren play in her front yard. Outdoor chairs will comfortably fit on the porch shown below.

Huntersville - Day 1

2012-01-04T06:29:00.001-08:00

Our first home repair of the season kicked off on Tuesday, January 3rd. Frigid temperatures didn't keep our contractors from beginning work, building new accesses for a elderly homeowner in Huntersville. The homeowner has 19 grandchildren who frequently visit her home, making a safe entryway critical to the livelihood of her family. Providing this HAMMERS beneficiary with new accessibility will create an increased quality of life. Last winter she was housebound for more than a week when the area experienced an accumulation of snow and ice. The new structures will provide sound means for her to enter and exit the home in any weather condition.

A brief description of the tasks to be completed at the home includes:

- Replacing the ramp at the side door (it is currently uneven and therefore, unstable)
- Replacing the floor at the front door entrance
- Installing new storm doors at the front and side entrances

Today, the contractors quickly got to work ripping out the old access to the side door.

Up Next: The contractors get to work on new front and side door entrance ramps!

The 4th Annual Holiday Home Repair

2011-12-29T07:20:00.000-08:00

For the fourth year, HAMMERS-Davidson Housing Coalition's emergency home repair program-is collaborating with local companies JCB Urban and Saussy Burbank to take on home repair projects with 2 homes in the greater Lake Norman area. The needs of these homeowners are critical, and HAMMERS remains grateful for the business' contributions making these repairs possible.

You can follow the progress of the project over the next several weeks right here. With two projects going on at two separate locations, repairs will be made based on the following schedule:

Tuesday, January 3rd: Repairs begin in Huntersville

Tuesday, January 10th: Repairs begin in Mooresville

You can find out more about Hammers here and more about the previous Holiday Home Repairs here. Below are some photos of each home as they are now:

Mooresville:

Huntersville:

Stay tuned...more to come!

Two leaders to thank:

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Thank you, Jim Burbank (JCB Urban & Saussy Burbank) and Marcia Webster (Davidson Housing Coalition), for your vision and support!

Welcome home, Day 8

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The homeowner, family, and friends joined subcontractors, employees, and volunteers to gather at the home at 10 AM this morning. The opportunity to work alongside each other and see a home restored warmed all of us this season. Many thanks.

We can only begin to thank...

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Work, Day 7

2010-12-09T09:02:00.001-08:00

Volunteers moved heavy furniture and appliances back inside the home, just before the family's return.

The catalysts of this holiday tradition: JCB Urban and Saussy Burbank

2010-12-08T10:38:00.000-08:00

HAMMERS owes great thanks to JCB Urban and Saussy Burbank!

The two homebuilding companies have generously donated their time, staff, and resources to fund and execute what will be three HAMMERS Holiday Home Repairs. On its website, JCB Urban describes itself as "a unique Charlotte home builder specializing in innovative housing options that complement the surrounding neighborhoods. We are committed to building affordable homes with quality craftsmanship and distinctive architectural details." JCB Urban builds in Davidson and Belmont NC.

Click here for more information on JCB Urban.

Developer Saussy Burbank builds homes in communities in and surrounding Charlotte and Raleigh, North Carolina and Charleston, South Carolina. A leading homebuilder in the southeast, to date, Saussy Burbank has built over 5000 new homes.

Click here for more information on Saussy Burbank.

In all, HAMMERS is incredibly fortunate to team with such experienced and conscientious partners in the housing industry.

Work, Day 6

2010-12-08T10:25:00.000-08:00

The home stretch! This morning, the crew has been cleaning and touch-up painting. Volunteers arrive this afternoon to help move personal belongings and household items back into the home. The family comes home tomorrow morning. The family stayed with relatives during the repairs, and all--staff, volunteers, subcontractors--are looking forward to welcoming them home.

Work, Day 5

2010-12-07T12:49:00.000-08:00

Fast, dedicated work continues! Today brought:

installation of gutters, down spouts, and gutter guards as well
new insulation in the crawl space and attic
new tile in the bathroom
re-welded front railings

Work, Day 4

2010-12-06T07:09:00.000-08:00

On schedule for today:

Total siding -- install fascia, repair or replace trim around windows on rear bedroom
Crowning -- install in front bedroom, base in kitchen, paneling in rear bedroom, and trim around windows of rear bedroom
Paint -- fascia, front bedroom ceiling, kitchen wall and base, rear bedroom paneling and base

Basic household information

2010-12-03T12:26:00.001-08:00

As we prepare for the family to move back into the home at the completion of the repair, please contact Davidson Housing Coalition (704-892-4486) if you have furniture, clothing, or other household items you would like to donate.

The household's four residents:

55 year old homeowner
16 month old grandson
12 year old granddaughter
32 year old daughter

Work, Days 2-3

2010-12-03T12:04:00.000-08:00

Progress continues! The crew finished the bulk of the "dirty work" on Day 1 and finished the new roof yesterday, Day 2.

Day 2 also brought the beginning of new drywall and new vinyl flooring.

By Day 3, today, the new vinyl flooring is down, new kitchen cabinets and counter tops are coming in, and the ceiling has been fully restored in the front bedroom.

Also to be completed by the end of Day 3:

Carpet installed in front bedroom
Plumbing trim in kitchen
Hot water heater installed in back bedroom
New toilet installed in bathroom
All interior trim material picked up and on-site
New HVAC unit installed

Work, Day 1

2010-12-01T10:24:00.000-08:00

The crew arrived before 8 AM this morning to start work at the home. On queue today:

Stripping off old roof, installing new roof
Tearing out flooring from kitchen and two small back rooms

We're thankful to have had a hard rain come and go yesterday. The ten-day forecast promises good weather for the main haul.

A few more pre-work photos

2010-12-01T09:38:00.000-08:00

The Third Annual Holiday Home Repair

2010-11-22T10:28:00.000-08:00

For the third year running, HAMMERS-Davidson Housing Coalition's emergency home repair program-is teaming with local companies JCB Urban and Saussy Burbank to take on a particularly special home repair project. This year, the project is making repairs to a home in Mooresville that, without the business' contributions, HAMMERS would not have the means to address.

You can follow the progress of the project over the next few weeks right here.

You can find out more about Hammers here and more about the previous Holiday Home Repairs here.

Below are some pictures of the house as it is now:

In the News

2009-12-18T12:32:00.001-08:00

Today mark's the homeowner's first full week at home. Fittingly, Davidson and towns surrounding are receiving a blanket of snow. Tis the season!

Thanks to the Herald Weekly and the Charlotte Observer's Lake Norman section for covering our story.

More scenes from the open house

2009-12-14T13:10:00.000-08:00

Bill Rinehart (84 Lumber) and Justin Williams (JCB Urban)

Zach Jakob (HAMMERS), Parvis (Town of Davidson), Jeff Cornatzer (Saussy Burbank(, Bob Zweier (Saussy Burbank), Jim Burbank (JCB Urban, Saussy Burbank)

Tommy Crowell, Jeff Cornatzer, and Bob Zweier (Saussy Burbank)

Benny Covington and Larry (neighbor)

Matt (Price Brothers Plumbing)

John Woods (Town of Davidson), Jim Burbank (JCB Urban, Saussy Burbank), and all

Tim Montezzari (Atlas Painting and Drywall)

Mark McClure (Elite Flooring and Design)

Chris Northey and Mike Leatherman (Lightstyles)

Jeff Griffin and Ron Featherstone (Charlotte-Mecklenburg Building Code Enforcement)

Willard Brown (MASCO Cabinets) and Jose Fernandez (Jose Fernandez Framing)

Mike Darling and supervisor (Builders First Source)

Brad Cottle (Price Brothers Plumbing) and wife

Justin Williams (JCB Urban) and Jose Fernandez (Jose Fernandez Framing)

Marcia Webster (Davidson Housing Coalition) and Bob Zweier (Saussy Burbank)

Photos courtesy of Sarah Burbank, JCBUrban.

In the News

2009-12-14T06:35:00.000-08:00

Thanks to Bill Giduz (Davidson College) for writing and David Boraks (Davidsonnews.net) for publishing a story on the repair.

Thanks also to the crew at WBTV for their coverage.

Questions or comments? Contact us anytime. We're happy to share such good news!

Project completed; thanks ongoing

2009-12-11T11:15:00.000-08:00

A Warm Welcome Home

2009-12-11T10:56:00.000-08:00

Family, friends, and neighbors gathered at the home this morning to celebrate the completion of the project.

Join us on December 11

2009-12-08T13:10:00.000-08:00

HAMMERS announces the completion of its 2009 Holiday Home Repair!

The project also is the program's 100th home.

Join us this Friday, December 11 for an open house and reception.

WHEN: 10:30 AM

WHERE: 343 Delburg Street, Davidson, NC

Progress as of Dec. 8

2009-12-08T13:02:00.000-08:00

Home Repair in the Press

2009-12-03T07:25:00.000-08:00

Thank you to Timina Stengal at the Observer's Lake Norman News.

Please read the December 2 article covering HAMMERS' Holiday Home Repair. Photos are courtesy of Bill Giduz.

Progress as of Dec. 1

2009-12-01T14:06:00.000-08:00

The crews have made great progress in the past week! Windows, flooring, and drywall are repairs near completion.

Progress as of Nov. 23

2009-11-23T07:27:00.000-08:00

To date, repair crews have installed new plumping and the central heating system in the home. Repairs remaining include re-wiring electricity, installing new floors, walls, and kitchen cabinets.

New Request: A Bed

2009-11-18T12:54:00.000-08:00

You may have noticed in the pictures below that the project includes repairs in the bedroom of the home. It has come to our attention that the homeowner very much could use a double or twin-sized bed. Also needed is an accompanying box spring, frame, and headboard. Please contact our office at 704-892-4486 if you have a new or gently used twin bed to donate. We will handle pickup from your home and delivery to the site. Your donation is tax-deductible. Thanks!

How can I help?

2009-11-17T13:12:00.001-08:00

As previously stated, this project has been made possible by the generous donations of local businesses, especially that of Saussy Burbank and JCB Urban. Without the initiatve taken by these firms, HAMMERS would not have the means to finance the extensive repairs needed for this home.

Though this particular project has the backing required for completion, individuals can and do regularly make a great difference for the work of the HAMMERS program. Homeowners who apply and qualify for a home repair do have assistance in the form of non-interest loans to the homeowner for the repairs made. Depending on the client's income and debt, he or she may or may not be placed on a payment plan. Payment plans will not exceed 36 months or $2,000, whichever comes first. These payments go directly towards the cost of materials used on a home.

HAMMERS covers the costs of professional labor and, for clients who earn less than 30% of the area median income, the costs of materials used on the repair. In turn, HAMMERS relies on the support of individuals, businesses, churches, and foundations to provide volunteer services, in-kind donations, and monetary support. A donation of any size, starting with just $5 to pay for five pieces of lumber, contributes to future repairs and the health and safety of our neighbors.

If you would like to make a donation to HAMMERS, please visit our website. Your donation is tax deductible.

Progress as of Nov. 13

2009-11-13T13:41:00.000-08:00

Some Project Before Pictures

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2008 HAMMERS' Holiday Home Repair

2009-11-11T12:55:00.000-08:00

This year's repair actually marks our second annual. Please read on for a synopsis of last year's Holiday Home Repair, written by Bill Giduz, Director of Media Relations at Davidson College.

Even as we begin, some thanks:

2009-11-11T07:26:00.000-08:00

Thanks to Total Bond Veterinary Hospital
The local veterinary clinic, Total Bond at Davidson, is boarding the homeowner's two cats for the duration of the repairs. The cats will receive any necessary shots and the wonderful treatment the friendly staff always provide. Thanks to Total Bond Veterinary Hospital for allowing the homeowner to know his friends are in good hands while their home undergoes repairs!

Click here for more information on the Total Bond Veterinary Hospital in Davidson.

Thanks to Life Fellowship Church
On-site work officially began on Saturday, November 7 when volunteers from Life Fellowship Church in Huntersville met HAMMERS Supervisor Zach Jakob at the work site to remove furniture and belongings from the hiome. The volunteers made quick work of the task, carefully bringing nearly all removable materials out of the house. The items will remain in a secure storage unit until completion of repairs, when all items will be transferred back to the home. Thanks to the members of Life Fellowship for donating their time and effort to allow the repairs to begin!

Click here for more information on Life Fellowship Church.

Thanks to JCB Urban and Saussy Burbank
The two homebuilding companies have generously donated their time, staff, and resources to fund and execute the 2008 and this year's HAMMERS Holiday Home Repair. On its website, JCB Urban describes itself as "a unique Charlotte home builder specializing in innovative housing options that complement the surrounding neighborhoods. We are committed to building affordable homes with quality craftsmanship and distinctive architectural details." JCB Urban builds in Davidson and Belmont NC.

Click here for more information on JCB Urban.

Developer Saussy Burbank builds homes in communities in and surrounding Charlotte and Raleigh, North Carolina and Charleston, South Carolina. A leading homebuilder in the southeast, to date, Saussy Burbank has built over 5000 new homes.

Click here for more information on Saussy Burbank.

In all, HAMMERS is incredibly fortunate to team with such experienced and conscientious partners in the housing industry.

2009-11-09T13:45:00.000-08:00

HAMMERS, Davidson Housing Coalition's emergency home repair program, opens this blog to track the progress of a particularly special home repair project. HAMMERS has teamed with local companies JCB Urban and Saussy Burbank to conduct significant repairs of a home in Davidson, which, without these businesses' contributions, the program would not have the means to address.

Please take a moment to learn more about this undertaking. Updates will be made daily.

To begin, the following provides background on HAMMERS. In 2005, DHC launched the HAMMERS program in partnership with Davidson College to address a growing concern about the prevalence of substandard housing in the Lake Norman region. HAMMERS, Hands Around Mecklenburg/Mooresville Making Emergency Repairs Safely, provides emergency repars on homes of low-income homeowners living in the towns of Cornelius, Davidson, Huntersville, and Mooresville. Priorities for repair services are people with special needs such as the elderly, disabled, single parents, or households with five or more inhabitants including children. REgular emergency repairs including building wheelchair ramps, repairing fotten flooring or ceilings, and patching or re-roofing a home.

To qualify, homeowners must earn less than 80% of the area median income, approximately $53,200 for a family of four in Mecklenburg County or $47,900 for a family of four in Iredell County. These income restrictions are based on the 2009 HOusing and Urban Development Income Guidelines for Mecklenburg and Iredell Counties. As a whole, HAMMERS aims to preserve existing affordable housing through the completion of such emergency home repairs.