Dottie Schauss | Havens Family Build
This Habitat home is the 537th built in Evansville and the 1st home in St. Theresa Place, Habitat’s 14-home subdivision! The house is sponsored by Dottie Schauss and the Havens Family. Thanks to their generosity, Brooke and her family will have an affordable home to call their own. They will be able to make new memories, build a solid foundation, and grow financial stability.
Dottie Schauss is a longtime supporter and friend of Habitat Evansville. Dottie’s generosity has made a huge impact on families like Brooke’s, but Dottie has also touched every single Habitat family for years by gifting each one with a toolkit to repair their own home.
Jim and Carol Havens have also continuously dedicated their time, talents and resources to the Habitat mission. Without their generosity, we would not have out Learning Center, where financial literacy and homeownership classes are taught, or the Red Bookcase project. They also assisted in the building of this beautiful home! We thank the Havens family and Dottie Schauss for their continued support and gracious contributions.
Meet Homeowner, Brooke O.
“I really appreciate everyone for believing in people and believing in change. You [donors] are definitely a God-send. It’s easy to turn away with what you have, but for you to step up to the plate and say, ‘It’s bigger than a credit score,’ and to see people and their lives … it’s a great example of God’s love, and how he loves us. It makes me cry. Thank you.”
Phase 1
Homesite Selection
Homeowner selects homesite from available Habitat lots. Homeowners are paired with their sponsor.
Phase 2
Groundbreaking
During the groundbreaking, the foundation is completed and the block work is laid.
Phase 3
Crawl Space and Floor System
Volunteers install moisture barrier and insulation in crawl space.
For the floor system, the floor joists are installed, more foam insulation is filled in between joists and band boards, and OSB board is laid for the flooring. Black paper is laid on the two porches to help maintain the longevity of the home.
Phase 4
Walls
Wall Prep: Volunteers build wall components (king jack studs, California corners, headers, etc.) and layout 2 x 4 location on the top and bottom plates of each wall.
Wall Building: Wall components are nailed together on top and bottom plates with 2 x 4s. This is completed for both interior and exterior walls.
Wall Raising: Volunteers raise, level, and secure the walls. Exterior walls go up first, followed by the interior.
Trusses: OSB boards are laid on first and last trusses to attach the siding.
Phase 5
Doors and Windows
Volunteers install windows and doors.
Phase 6
Internal Mechanics
Plumbing, electric, insulation, and dry wall are installed.
Phase 7
Pre-insulation
Pre-insulation is installed on exterior walls, doors, windows, ceiling, and floors. Baffles are put in to circulate airflow.
Phase 8
Painting
Volunteers paint the walls and ceiling. Corners and edges are cut out first, then roll the ceilings, and then the walls.
Phase 9
Cabinets and Appliances
Cabinets and countertops installed.
Later, refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, and washer & dryer are installed.
Phase 10
Trim Work and Flooring
Trim around windows and doors are completed. Interior doors are also installed. Vinyl and carpet are laid.
Phase 11
Exterior Concrete
Exterior concrete parking pad and sidewalks are poured.
Phase 12
Yard Prep
The yard is prepared for grass seed sewing.
Phase 13
Dedication
Homeowner and community members come together to bless and dedicate the home, complete with a ribbon cutting.
