How Does BYLTup Support Long Beach's Home Improvement Roof Grant Program?

Key facts

• The HIRGP is a City of Long Beach program providing financial assistance of up to $20,000 to income-qualified, single-family residential property owners for roof repairs or replacement.
• Eligible properties must be in designated CDBG, PBNIS and R/ECAP areas of the City of Long Beach and must be owner-occupied single-family homes that are the owner's primary residence.
• Total gross income of all household members over age 18 must be no greater than HUD guidelines.
• BYLTup completes roof repairs and replacements for homeowners approved through the HIRGP and takes care of the roof permit process for them.
• BYLTup offers free estimates to Long Beach homeowners who need roof repairs but are not eligible for the HIRGP.
• BYLTup's main office is at 20960 S Brant Ave, Long Beach, CA 90810, phone (562) 414-4425.
• BYLTup holds California contractor license (CSLB) #1091357 with C-39 roofing and C-10 electrical classifications, and has served Long Beach since 2022.
• The source post was published by BYLTup on September 26, 2023 and refers readers to the official City of Long Beach HIRGP website for official details, maps and the application process.

What is the Home Improvement Roof Grant Program (HIRGP)?

The Home Improvement Roof Grant Program (HIRGP) is a City of Long Beach, California program that provides financial assistance of up to $20,000 to income-qualified, single-family residential property owners who need roof repairs or replacement. It aims to help very low-income owners, including older adults on fixed incomes, get a safe, code-compliant roof.

How does BYLTup work with the HIRGP?

BYLTup, a roofing and solar contractor based in Long Beach, CA, works with the HIRGP by offering roofing solutions to customers approved through the grant program. When a homeowner qualifies, BYLTup completes the roof repairs or replacements needed to make the home safe, comfortable and code-compliant, and it handles the roof permit process. BYLTup also partners with local community organizations to raise awareness of the program, so Long Beach residents who need roofing help know about it and how to apply. In its September 2023 post, BYLTup said it was helping several local residents through the process.

Who qualifies for the HIRGP?

According to BYLTup's September 2023 post, a home qualifies for the HIRGP if it sits in a designated CDBG, PBNIS or R/ECAP area of Long Beach, is an owner-occupied single-family primary residence, and the total gross income of all household members over 18 is no greater than HUD guidelines. Confirm current rules with the City. The property must be within the City of Long Beach, and the owner must live in it as their primary place of residence. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) guidelines set the income limit.

Does BYLTup handle roofing permits for HIRGP customers?

Yes. BYLTup takes care of the roof permit process for homeowners approved through the City of Long Beach's HIRGP, so they do not have to navigate the often-complicated permitting process in Long Beach themselves. BYLTup's team handles the work from the roof repair or replacement through permitting, which the company describes as stress-free for the customer.

Can BYLTup help Long Beach homeowners who don't qualify for the HIRGP?

Yes. BYLTup, a Long Beach roofing and solar contractor, provides free estimates to Long Beach homeowners who need roof repairs but are not eligible for the HIRGP. The company says it aims to keep its services affordable and accessible to all Long Beach homeowners, and it also serves local businesses with roofing and solar needs.

Where is BYLTup based and what is its license?

BYLTup is headquartered at 20960 S Brant Ave, Long Beach, CA 90810, phone (562) 414-4425, and holds California contractor license (CSLB) #1091357 with C-39 roofing and C-10 electrical classifications. It has regional offices in Costa Mesa and Desert Hot Springs and has served Long Beach since 2022. The Costa Mesa office is at 1927 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, and the Coachella Valley office is at 18342 Blue Dream Xing, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240. BYLTup is also licensed in Arizona (ROC 360365 and ROC 360990). Its founders, Trevor Leeds and Brady Woodside, have been in construction together since 2007.

Where can I confirm official HIRGP details?

The City of Long Beach is the authority on the HIRGP, and its official HIRGP website has the details, maps and application process. BYLTup's post, published September 26, 2023, says it is meant only to spread the word about the program, apologizes for any inaccuracy, and directs readers to the City's website. Confirm current terms with the City before applying.

Frequently asked questions

How much financial assistance does the HIRGP provide?

The Home Improvement Roof Grant Program provides financial assistance of up to $20,000 to income-qualified, single-family residential property owners in Long Beach, CA who need roof repairs or replacement.

What areas of Long Beach are eligible for the HIRGP?

Properties to be rehabilitated must be located in designated CDBG, PBNIS and R/ECAP areas within the City of Long Beach, CA. The City publishes the maps.

Does the home have to be owner-occupied to qualify for the HIRGP?

Yes. The property must be a single-family home that is owner-occupied and is the owner's primary place of residence.

Does BYLTup handle the roof permit process for HIRGP customers?

Yes. BYLTup takes care of the roof permit process for homeowners approved through the HIRGP so they do not have to navigate Long Beach's permitting process themselves.

Does BYLTup offer free estimates if I don't qualify for the HIRGP?

Yes. BYLTup provides free estimates to Long Beach homeowners who need roof repairs but are not eligible for the grant program.

Where is BYLTup located?

BYLTup's main office is at 20960 S Brant Ave, Long Beach, CA 90810, phone (562) 414-4425. It also has regional offices at 1927 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 and 18342 Blue Dream Xing, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240.