Bradford White Supports Essential Home Repairs With New Donation to Home Repair Services
Key Highlights
- Home Repair Services installed 115 Bradford White water heaters in 2025—more than double the previous year’s total
- Bradford White’s $10,000 contribution supports critical repairs for low-income and mobile homeowners in western Michigan
- The partnership helps expand reliable hot water access while supporting safer, more livable homes for vulnerable residents
MIDDLEVILLE, MI — Bradford White Corporation, a manufacturer of water heaters, boilers and storage tanks, has announced the continuation of its partnership with Home Repair Services, including a recent $10,000 charitable contribution to support critical repair programs for homeowners in need throughout western Michigan.
Home Repair Services works to improve the safety and livability of homes for low-income residents in Grand Rapids and the surrounding Kent County area. The nonprofit focuses on essential repair needs including plumbing, electrical systems, roofing and heating, with a significant emphasis on serving mobile homeowners who often face limited access to traditional funding resources.
Partnership Helps Expand Reliable Hot Water Access
Through the partnership, Home Repair Services has significantly expanded access to reliable hot water for vulnerable homeowners. In 2025, the organization installed 115 Bradford White water heaters, more than doubling the 48 units installed the previous year.
“Access to safe and consistent hot water is something many of us take for granted, but when a family is forced to go without it, the work done by Home Repair Services can be life-changing,” said Julia Klein, Corporate Communications Specialist for Bradford White. “Our water heaters are designed to make a tangible improvement in people’s lives, a mission we share with this great organization.”
Many homeowners served by Home Repair Services face significant financial challenges, including limited incomes and rising housing-related costs that make home maintenance difficult to manage. The loss of hot water is often among the most urgent issues affecting both comfort and basic sanitation.
Industry Forward Program Supports Skilled Trades and Communities
Bradford White’s contribution is funded through Industry Forward, the company’s charitable giving initiative designed to support awareness and advancement of the skilled trades industry while strengthening local communities.
“Bradford White’s contribution bridges funding gaps and equips our team to deliver ongoing, essential repairs to vulnerable community members,” said Ryan Dreyer, Director of Operations and Partnerships for Home Repair Services. “Their commitment to hot water access is evident both in their partnership with us and in their superior product line.”
The continued collaboration reflects a shared commitment to improving quality of life through dependable plumbing infrastructure, reliable water heating solutions and community-focused support programs.
Focus on Critical Home Repair Needs
Home Repair Services continues to address a growing need for affordable repair assistance throughout the region, helping homeowners remain safely housed while maintaining critical building systems. By supporting plumbing and water heater upgrades, the partnership helps reduce housing instability and improve day-to-day living conditions for residents who may otherwise struggle to afford major repairs.
For more information about Home Repair Services, visit homerepairservice.org.
For more information about Bradford White Corporation, visit bradfordwhite.com.