Habitat for Humanity to start work on new home

SALEM, Ohio (WKBN) — Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning Valley is breaking ground for a new house in Salem.

A ceremony will be held at  1589 Southeast Blvd. at noon on Friday, May 10.

Expected speakers include David Redig, Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning Valley executive director, Salem Mayor Cyndi Dickey, Ohio State Senator Michael Rulli and future Habitat homeowners, the Calderone family.

“This house isn’t free. We’re providing this family a hand-up so they can accomplish the dream of affordable homeownership,” said Redig. “Along with the financial education and homeowner classes, the Calderones will put their own time and hard work into the home, working alongside volunteers to make this home truly their own.”

The Salem house will be built using structurally insulated panels (SIPs), a first for the Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning Valley affiliate. This construction method will allow for the home to be extremely energy efficient and allow the homeowner substantial cost savings for years to come.

“This is a new way of building for us and our construction team is very excited,” said Redig.

Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning County brings people together to build homes and communities.

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