Help for Devon homeowners to make repairs to their homes

Homeowners in Devon who need to make essential repairs, adapatations or improvements to their homes but cannot afford to make the repairs or access credit elsewhere may be able to assess help through their local council.

Exeter City Council, together with Mid Devon, East Devon, Teignbridge, Torridge, West Devon and South Hams councils has a subsidised finance scheme open to homeowners in need of assistance.

The scheme covers works such as damp remediation, boiler repair, replacement or installation, replacing rotten windows, electrical or plumbing works, roof or structural works, and even replacing bathrooms or kitchens deemed unsafe or unfit for purpose.

The scheme is wider than people may think - for some of the finance schemes there is no requirement to be in receipt of a qualifying benefit. A homeowner's required works and financial needs and means are assessed to make ensure the best fit between the different finance options available.

For further information about the scheme, the councils involved and their contact details please visit www.wrcic.org.uk. WRCIC is a not for profit organisation working in partnership with Devon local authorities as the finance administrators.