Basic Systems Repair Program (BSRP)

City of Philadelphia / PHDC

Available Home Repair

About This Program

The Grant Map catalogs Basic Systems Repair Program (BSRP) in its Philadelphia, PA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.

Free emergency repairs for electrical, plumbing, heating, roofing, and structural problems in owner-occupied homes. Served over 3,000 households in FY 2025. Applicants must not have received BSRP services in the last three years.

Grant covers full cost of eligible repairs up to program maximum

The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.

Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Free emergency home repairs for low-income homeowners
  • Covers electrical, plumbing, heating, roofing, structural
  • Must own and live in single-family home in Philadelphia
  • Must be current on property taxes and water bill
  • Cannot have received BSRP in the last 3 years

How to Apply

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Program phone: 215-448-2160

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Frequently asked questions

What amount is listed for Basic Systems Repair Program (BSRP) in Philadelphia, PA?

The Grant Map record states: Up to $25,000 in free repairs. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.

What audience tags are recorded for Basic Systems Repair Program (BSRP) in Philadelphia?

The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a low-income tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.

How do I apply for Basic Systems Repair Program (BSRP) in Philadelphia, PA?

Confirm the application route directly with City of Philadelphia / PHDC; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 215-448-2160. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.

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