An energy audit first
Every job follows an energy audit. DOE requires that only cost-effective measures consistent with the audit are installed, that health and safety problems are treated, and that every unit is inspected (WPN 26-1).
Federal program · income-qualified
Weatherization Assistance Program
DOE’s Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) pays for energy-efficiency work in the homes of income-qualified households, through state agencies and local providers. The work starts with an energy audit of your home, and the program was funded for FY2026.
Open Funded, not eliminated: FY2026 money from Public Law 119-74 (signed Jan. 23, 2026). FY2027 runs on a continuing resolution through Dec. 11, 2026. Apply through your state’s weatherization agency.
$8,813Program Year 2026 average spending limit per home
$369 millionProgram Year 2026 allocations: Retrofit, training and the Readiness Fund
200%of federal poverty guidelines: the usual income limit
About 32,000homes served a year with DOE funds, according to DOE
Who qualifies
Under the federal rule (10 CFR 440.22), your household qualifies if any of these is true:
- Household income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines.
- A household member received cash assistance under Social Security Act Title IV or XVI, such as TANF or SSI, in the previous 12 months.
- Your state chooses to accept LIHEAP eligibility, which can use 60% of state median income, as long as its standard is at least 200% of poverty.
The program’s stated purpose gives special attention to older people, people with disabilities and children. Many local agencies serve renters as well as homeowners.
2026 income limits at 200%
- 1 person
- $31,920
- 4 people
- $66,000
From the HHS poverty guidelines effective January 13, 2026 ($15,960 for one person, $33,000 for four in the 48 contiguous states and DC), as Pennsylvania’s program publishes them. DOE’s own income page still shows the 2025 figures ($31,300 and $64,300 at 200%). Some states set other limits; check your local agency.
What it pays for
Efficiency work
Local agencies list measures such as air sealing, attic and wall insulation, and heating system repair or replacement. Renewable measures are capped at $4,436 within the $8,813 average, and no renewable electricity-generation technology is approved.
Repairs that hold a home back
The $30 million Weatherization Readiness Fund pays for structural, health and safety repairs that would otherwise force a provider to put a home on hold.
Funding in 2026
- FY2026: Public Law 119-74 (H.R. 6938, signed January 23, 2026). DOE’s Weatherization Program Notice 26-2 (July 9, 2026) lists $329,000,000 for the Retrofit program, $10,000,000 for training and technical assistance and $30,000,000 for the Weatherization Readiness Fund, a total of $369,000,000, with Program Year 2026 state allocations.
- Two notices disagree. WPN 26-1, issued the same day, gives the Retrofit figure as $328 million, and the two differ on how long FY2026 money is available: through September 30, 2026 in WPN 26-2, through September 30, 2027 in WPN 26-1.
- FY2027: began October 1, 2026 under a continuing resolution (Public Law 119-103, signed September 2, 2026) that funds programs at FY2026 rates through December 11, 2026.
- July 2025: DOE released $325 million in WAP funds plus $30 million for the Readiness Fund, and rescinded WPN 22-10, which had required counting the social cost of carbon and other non-energy benefits in cost-effectiveness tests.
How to apply
DOE: “To apply for WAP assistance, first identify your state weatherization administrator and reach out to them.”
Check eligibility against the income limits above, or your state’s own limits.
Find your local provider. Your state weatherization administrator points you to the agency for your county; our metro list below names them for 26 metro areas.
Complete the provider’s application, usually with income documents. Some agencies ask for more, such as proof of ownership.
Prepare for the work: an energy audit, then installation by a crew or contractor, then a quality-control inspection.
Expect a wait
Local agencies report waitlists: Fort Worth (Tarrant County) is taking applications but warns of very long waits, Travis County gives a timeline of 9 months to a year, Multnomah County warned of up to 4 weeks just for a pre-screen response, and DC says its WAP openings are delayed this fiscal year. Apply early.
Weatherization agencies in 26 metro areas
The agencies named in our metro research, with the contacts their pages list, checked October 12, 2026. Open a metro to see them; each metro guide has the full set of local programs.
New York City NY, NJ 2 WAP agencies · 1 other
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), New York ↗
NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR), through local subgrantees: community-based nonprofits, community action agencies, counties and local governments
HCR says each of New York State's 62 counties is covered by one or more providers. HCR's consumer page could not be loaded, so the income limits and the specific NYC providers were not verified.
Weatherization Assistance Program, New Jersey ↗
NJ Department of Community Affairs (DCA), through county-based local WAP agencies (e.g., La Casa de Don Pedro and United Community Corporation for Essex County; PROCEED for Somerset and Union)
Weatherization and heating-system efficiency help for elderly, handicapped and low-income households; contact the WAP agency serving your county. The 2026 NJ WAP State Plan is posted as a draft, and the page was modified 09/10/2026.
Other weatherization help (utility and local programs)
Home Weatherization for Income-Qualified Customers (NJ side) ↗
JCP&L
Free in-home assessment plus up to $14,000 in efficiency upgrades and up to $2,500 in health and safety improvements at no cost. For moderate-income JCP&L customers: household income above 250% and below 400% of federal poverty guidelines, residence in a moderate-income census tract, or NJ SHARES participation. Covers 1–4 unit individually metered homes 5+ years old. Call 800-915-8309, option 2. PSE&G and the NJ gas utilities run parallel moderate-income weatherization programs.
Los Angeles CA 1 WAP agency
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program / LIHEAP (Los Angeles and Orange counties) ↗
California Department of Community Services and Development (CSD) through local providers: Maravilla Foundation (323-721-4162), Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment (PACE) (213-989-3177) and Long Beach Community Action Partnership (888-351-4061) in LA County; Community Action Partnership of Orange County (714-839-6199)
Free home energy assessment and weatherization (sealing, insulation, window, HVAC and water heater repair or replacement) plus bill assistance for income-eligible owners and renters. CSD's provider directory lists all three LA County agencies for home weatherization; contact the one serving your area.
Chicago IL, IN 2 WAP agencies · 1 other
Weatherization Assistance Program
Illinois Home Weatherization Assistance Program (IHWAP), delivered in Cook County by CEDA ↗
Illinois DCEO (statewide). CEDA (Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County) delivers it locally.
Free weatherization: air sealing, insulation, heating repair or replacement and ventilation (windows usually not eligible), up to $20,000 per home. Household income must be at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. CEDA serves owner-occupied buildings of up to four units that are structurally sound and haven't had IHWAP in the last 15 years. Elderly, disabled and young-child households get priority. Apply through DCEO's online pre-application, by calling 1-800-571-2332, or at a CEDA partner intake site. Peoples Gas (the City of Chicago's gas utility) sends customers to CEDA for weatherization. DCEO's directory sends 'Cook County (Outside of Chicago)' to CEDA, and 'Chicago only' to the City's Department of Family and Support Services, which lists only CSBG services. Collar-county agencies on DCEO's list include DuPage County Department of Community Services, Will County Center for Community Concerns, Community Action Partnership of Lake County, McHenry County Housing Authority, Kendall-Grundy Community Action and Family Services Agency of DeKalb County.
Indiana Weatherization Assistance Program (Indiana side of the metro) ↗
Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority (IHCDA) through local agencies
Indiana's Office of Energy Development says IHCDA runs the Weatherization Assistance Program for low-income Hoosiers. We didn't verify the local agency for Lake and Porter counties.
Other weatherization help (utility and local programs)
ComEd Home Energy Savings weatherization path ↗
ComEd with Nicor Gas, Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas. The work is done by Community Action Agencies or participating efficiency contractors.
Households at or below 80% AMI that complete the free in-home assessment may get a diagnostic weatherization assessment and free insulation, air sealing and duct sealing. Some also get heating or cooling repair or replacement and health and safety fixes, sometimes coordinated with IHWAP.
Dallas–Fort Worth TX 4 WAP agencies · 1 other
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program, Dallas County ↗
Dallas County Department of Health and Human Services
Free-standing WAP for low-income Dallas County residents: pre-work energy audit, then sealing, insulation, door/window, solar screen, HVAC and duct work. Available once every 15 years. The same department is the county's CEAP (Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program, utility bill help) provider. Phone (214) 819-1909.
Weatherization Assistance Program, Tarrant County ↗
City of Fort Worth Neighborhood Services Department
Free energy assessment plus insulation, air/duct sealing and HVAC repair/replacement for income-eligible Tarrant County residents. Accepting applications, with very long waits. Phone 817-392-7554.
Weatherization Assistance Program, Collin, Denton, Rockwall and Hunt counties ↗
Texoma Council of Governments (Sherman), per TDHCA's subrecipient list updated 2/2/2026
TDHCA routes WAP for these DFW counties through Texoma COG, phone (903) 893-2161. Other fringe counties per the same list: Ellis and Johnson go to Economic Opportunities Advancement Corporation (Waco), Kaufman to Greater East Texas Community Action Program, and Parker to Rolling Plains Management Corporation.
Texas Weatherization Assistance Program (statewide framework) ↗
Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA), DOE and LIHEAP funds, delivered by local subrecipients in all 254 counties
WAP includes an energy audit, then measures such as caulking, weather-stripping, ceiling/wall/floor insulation, duct work and HVAC tune-up/repair/replacement. TDHCA's 2025 DOE WAP State Plan was approved 9/30/25.
Other weatherization help (utility and local programs)
Oncor Low-Income Weatherization (Hard-to-Reach) ↗
Oncor Electric Delivery, via approved service providers
Low- to no-cost insulation and HVAC upgrades for Oncor customers at or below 200% of federal poverty guidelines. 2026 funding is fully exhausted; Oncor says to check back January 2027.
Greater Houston TX 2 WAP agencies
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program, Harris County ↗
BakerRipley
Free DOE/HHS-funded weatherization for income-eligible Harris County residents: sealing, insulation, solar screens, ENERGY STAR appliance replacement, LEDs, low-flow fixtures. Apply via BakerRipley's application request or 211/United Way HELPLINE. BakerRipley is also TDHCA's CEAP (bill assistance) provider for Harris, Brazoria and Galveston counties.
WAP providers for the rest of the Houston MSA ↗
TDHCA subrecipients (list updated 2/2/2026)
Fort Bend and Austin counties: Combined Community Action, Inc. Montgomery and Waller: Brazos Valley Community Action Programs. Brazoria: Crossroads Community Action. Galveston, Liberty, Chambers and San Jacinto: Greater East Texas Community Action Program (GETCAP).
Atlanta GA 1 WAP agency
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), metro Atlanta providers ↗
GEFA (state administrator) through local Community Action Agencies
Free whole-house weatherization for households at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. Priority goes to elderly people, people with disabilities and families with children. An energy auditor visits first. Measures can include air and duct sealing, wall/floor/attic insulation, HVAC improvements, water-heater work and water-saving devices. Some counties have waiting lists. Providers by county: Tallatoona Community Action Partnership (Cobb, Fulton, Bartow, Paulding, Haralson); Area Committee to Improve Opportunities Now (ACTION) (DeKalb, Gwinnett, Rockdale, Newton, Walton, Barrow, Morgan); Clayton County Community Services Authority (Clayton, Fayette, Henry); Community Action for Improvement (Carroll, Coweta, Douglas, Heard, Meriwether); Ninth District Opportunity (Dawson, Forsyth, Lumpkin); North Georgia Community Action (Cherokee, Pickens); Middle Georgia Community Action Agency (Butts, Pike, Spalding); Overview Inc. (Jasper).
Washington, DC DC, VA, MD, WV 2 WAP agencies
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program (DC) ↗
DC Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE), with nonprofits and contractors
Free energy audit and audit-recommended efficiency and water measures. For households below 60% of State Median Income (FY26: $118,926 for 4) or with a TANF or SSI recipient. DOEE says: 'Our WAP and LRP program openings are delayed this fiscal year due to unexpected external circumstances', and it will contact waitlisted applicants. The Emergency Mechanical Systems (EMS) replacement program is open and contacting its waitlist first-come, first-served. Questions: 202-299-3316.
Maryland Weatherization Assistance Program (Montgomery and Prince George's) ↗
MD DHCD through local weatherization agencies. For Prince George's and Montgomery: Housing Initiative Partnership (Hyattsville, 301-699-3870) and Building Change (Beltsville, 410-231-3284).
Application status is Open. Income limit is 60% SMI / 200% FPL ($92,470 for a household of 4). SSI, TANF or MEAP recipients are automatically eligible.
Miami FL 2 WAP agencies · 2 other
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program, Miami-Dade County ↗
Miami-Dade County Community Action and Human Services Department (CAHSD), the local WAP provider under FloridaCommerce
For low-income homeowners in Miami-Dade with household income at or below 200% of federal poverty guidelines (1 person $29,160; 2 $39,440; 3 $49,720; 4 $60,000; +$10,280 for each person over 8). Proof of ownership and 12 months of income proof are required. Measures can include attic insulation, weatherstripping, water-heater and fixture measures, and repair/replacement of doors, windows, refrigerators, water heaters and HVAC. Apply by mail or in person; served 'first come, first serve' and subject to funds. Phone (FloridaCommerce list): (786) 469-4730, (786) 469-4600, (305) 545-2224. The County page's eligibility section was last updated 07/29/2024, and the application is labeled 2023-2024.
Weatherization Assistance Program, Broward and Palm Beach counties ↗
Centro Campesino Farmworker Center, Inc.
Local WAP provider for Broward and Palm Beach: (305) 245-7738, ext. 236. FloridaCommerce says applications are available only by contacting the local provider, not online.
Other weatherization help (utility and local programs)
Miami-Dade 'Building Blocks' local Weatherization Assistance Program ↗
Miami-Dade County CAHSD
A county-funded program ($3 million total; about 200-250 households) for Miami-Dade homeowners (primary residence) with income at or below 140% of AMI. Award amounts depend on a home inspection. The fact sheet is undated, so it is unknown whether it is still taking applications.
FPL Residential Low-Income Weatherization ↗
Florida Power & Light
Free installed measures for income-qualified FPL customers, through FPL neighborhood canvassing (areas where most incomes are under 200% FPL) or WAP/approved agencies.
Philadelphia PA, NJ, DE, MD 2 WAP agencies
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program (Philadelphia) ↗
Philadelphia Housing Development Corporation (PHDC), the City's WAP provider. Statewide, WAP is run by the PA Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED).
Free energy audit and weatherization for income-eligible owner-occupied homes and tenant-occupied rental units in Philadelphia: air sealing, roof insulation, heating-system repair, water heater and refrigerator replacement, thermostats and energy education. Income limit is $66,000 for a household of 4. A property can be served once every 15 years. Intake is by email to phdc.intake@phdc.phila.gov or the WAP Hotline at 215-448-2130. The page says applicants are served 'when additional funding is received and it is your turn', which effectively means a queue.
Comfort Partners and NJ WAP (NJ side) ↗
NJ BPU with the utilities (Comfort Partners); NJ DCA through county agencies (WAP)
Comfort Partners provides a free assessment and all recommended measures for NJ households at or below 250% of federal poverty guidelines, or receiving TANF, Section 8, SNAP, SSI or GA. Registration is open and rolling; call 866-378-4345. Oil, propane and kerosene-heated homes go to the DCA Office of Weatherization (800-510-3102).
Phoenix AZ 1 WAP agency · 1 other
Weatherization Assistance Program
City of Phoenix Weatherization Assistance Program ↗
City of Phoenix Neighborhood Services Department (via Arizona Department of Housing)
Free assessment, sealing, insulation, HVAC repair/replacement and safety measures for Phoenix homeowners and renters at or below $31,920 (1 person) to $77,360 (5 people). Phone 602-534-4444.
Other weatherization help (utility and local programs)
AllThrive365 Weatherization and Healthy Homes AC Program ↗
AllThrive365 (formerly Foundation for Senior Living)
WAP for Maricopa County outside Phoenix and Mesa (≤200% FPL, not weatherized in 15 years). A separate Healthy Homes AC Program serves owner-occupied homes with no cooling in La Paz, Maricopa, Pinal, Yavapai and Yuma counties. APS also refers limited-income homeowners to AllThrive365 and Wildfire for A/C repair or replacement.
Boston MA, NH 1 WAP agency
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program, HEARTWAP heating repair and Fuel Assistance (Boston) ↗
Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD), serving Boston, Brookline, Newton, Malden, Medford, Everett, Melrose, Stoneham, Winchester and Woburn
WAP provides attic and wall insulation, weather stripping and air sealing at no cost. HEARTWAP repairs or replaces heating systems, provides no-heat emergency response, and does tune-ups. ABCD administers HEAP fuel assistance, which also unlocks discounted utility rates. Conservation services with Eversource cover LEDs, water measures and replacement of inefficient appliances. All are for income-eligible residents.
Riverside CA 2 WAP agencies
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program / LIHEAP - Riverside County ↗
Community Action Partnership of Riverside County (951-955-4900), a CSD local service provider
Home weatherization, bill payment help and energy-crisis assistance for income-eligible households in Riverside County.
Weatherization Assistance Program - San Bernardino County ↗
Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino County (909-723-1500), a CSD local service provider
Home weatherization, energy-crisis help and residential lead-based paint hazard control (per CSD's directory).
San Francisco CA 1 WAP agency
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program / LIHEAP (by county) ↗
CSD local providers: San Francisco Peninsula Energy Programs (San Francisco, 415-416-6660 ext. 402); Spectrum Community Services (Alameda County, 510-881-0300); Contra Costa Employment & Human Services Department Community Services Bureau (925-267-6624); Central Coast Energy Services (San Mateo County, 888-728-3637); Community Action Marin (415-526-7550, listed by CSD for bill and crisis assistance only)
Free weatherization (sealing, insulation, window, heating and water heater repair or replacement) and bill assistance for income-eligible owners and renters. CSD's directory lists no weatherization service for Community Action Marin, so Marin weatherization availability is unconfirmed.
Detroit MI 1 WAP agency
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) ↗
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), through local Community Action Agencies
Free energy conservation and health and safety work: a home energy audit, air sealing, attic, wall and foundation insulation, a programmable thermostat, furnace or water heater tune-up or replacement, and refrigerator replacement. Homeowners and renters who meet income guidelines qualify if the home hasn't had WAP in the last 15 years. Local providers on MDHHS's operator map: Wayne County (including Detroit), Wayne Metro CAA, (313) 388-9799; apply through Wayne Metro's Universal Application at gateway.waynemetro.org/cp. Oakland and Livingston, Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency, (248) 209-2760. Macomb, Macomb Community Action, (586) 469-6329. St. Clair, Blue Water Community Action, (810) 455-6454. Lapeer, Human Development Commission, (989) 673-4121.
Seattle WA 1 WAP agency · 1 other
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program - local agencies ↗
Washington Commerce through local agencies: Seattle Office of Housing (King County within Seattle, 206-684-0244); King County Housing Authority (King County outside Seattle, 206-214-1240); MDC (Pierce County within Tacoma, 253-593-2336); Pierce County Human Services (outside Tacoma, 253-798-4445); Snohomish County Human Services (425-388-7205)
Free insulation, air sealing, ventilation and related repairs for households up to 200% of the federal poverty level, 60% of state median income or 80% of area median income.
Other weatherization help (utility and local programs)
Seattle HomeWise Weatherization and free oil-to-electric (Clean Heat) conversions ↗
City of Seattle Office of Housing
Free audit and upgrades (average one-time savings listed as up to $18,000 for weatherization and up to $24,000 for oil-to-electric conversions); renters can participate with landlord agreement (3-year rent covenant for heat pump installs).
Minneapolis–St. Paul MN, WI 1 WAP agency · 1 other
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) ↗
Minnesota Department of Commerce through local providers. Hennepin (including Minneapolis): Sustainable Resources Center, 612-870-4255. Ramsey (including St. Paul), Washington and Anoka: Community Action Partnership of Ramsey and Washington Counties, 651-482-8260. Dakota, Scott and Carver: Dakota County Community Development Agency, 651-675-4400. Wright: Wright County Community Action, 320-963-6500. Sherburne: Tri-County Action Programs, 320-251-1612. Chisago and Isanti: Lakes and Pines Community Action Council, 320-679-1800.
Free upgrades for income-eligible homeowners and renters: wall and attic insulation, air-leak reduction, and furnace, boiler or water heater repair or replacement, starting with a free home energy assessment. Income limit is 200% of federal poverty guidelines (effective January 13, 2026) or LIHEAP eligibility, whichever is greater: $37,439 for 1 person, $71,999 for 4. Apply through the local provider or the joint Energy Assistance/Weatherization application. Help line: 800-657-3710.
Other weatherization help (utility and local programs)
City of Minneapolis Healthy Homes Weatherization ↗
Minneapolis Health Department
City-funded insulation, air sealing, furnace, boiler and water heater repair or replacement, bath fans, knob-and-tube and asbestos remediation, based on an energy assessment. As of October 12, 2026: 'Application closed for 2026... The Healthy Homes Weatherization application will reopen in early 2027.' Heating emergencies: 612-916-8121.
Tampa FL 2 WAP agencies · 2 other
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program: Hillsborough, Pasco and Hernando counties ↗
You Thrive Florida (YOU THRIVE), the FloridaCommerce-listed local provider
For low-income homeowners with gross household income no more than 200% of federal poverty guidelines. Priority goes to people 60+, people with disabilities, families with children under 18 and high-energy-burden households. An audit decides the measures: air sealing, attic insulation, duct sealing, and HVAC or refrigerator replacement if testing warrants. It is 'not a window replacement program'. Apply online with full documentation; incomplete applications are denied. Funding-dependent. Phone (FloridaCommerce list): (352) 796-1427.
Weatherization Assistance Program: Pinellas County ↗
Pinellas County Urban League, Inc.
Local WAP provider for Pinellas: (727) 327-0977. FloridaCommerce says WAP applications are available only from the local provider.
Other weatherization help (utility and local programs)
Tampa Electric Neighborhood Weatherization ↗
Tampa Electric
Free energy-saving items plus a free audit, and possibly free duct sealing and ceiling insulation, for TECO customers in TECO-identified qualifying communities. TECO says it has served more than 40,000 customers.
Duke Energy Florida Low Income Weatherization Assistance Program ↗
Duke Energy Florida with local agencies
Duke funds weatherization and efficiency measures for low-income customers through local agency partners, about 500 customers a year (2026 Ten-Year Site Plan).
San Diego CA 1 WAP agency
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program / LIHEAP - San Diego County ↗
CSD local providers Metropolitan Area Advisory Committee (MAAC, 619-434-3829) and Campesinos Unidos, Inc. (619-391-9790); SDG&E says LIHEAP is managed by two agencies assigned by ZIP code
Home weatherization, bill payment help and energy-crisis assistance for income-eligible households.
Denver CO 1 WAP agency
Weatherization Assistance Program
Colorado Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) ↗
Colorado Energy Office through local providers. Denver, Jefferson, Broomfield and Gilpin: Energy Resource Center, Denver Metro Regional Office, (720) 236-1321. Adams and Arapahoe: Arapahoe County Weatherization Division, (303) 636-1982. Douglas and Elbert: Energy Resource Center, Pikes Peak Regional Office, (719) 591-0772. Clear Creek and Park: Northwest Colorado Council of Governments, 1-800-332-3669. Buildings with 5+ units: Energy Outreach Colorado, (303) 825-8750.
No-cost weatherization for income-qualified homeowners and renters, including manufactured homes. A free home energy audit is required. Services can include air sealing, attic, floor and wall insulation, furnace repair or replacement, LEDs, efficient appliances, and air-source heat pumps 'on a limited basis'. Income limits vary by county; households on AND, TANF, SSI, SNAP or LEAP may qualify automatically. CEO warns 'Eligible households may be placed on a waiting list.' Homes weatherized in the past 15 years are ineligible. Apply online or through your local provider.
Orlando FL 3 WAP agencies · 1 other
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program: Orange and Osceola counties ↗
Osceola County Council on Aging, Inc.
Local WAP provider for both Orange and Osceola counties: (407) 846-8532. Applications are available only through the local provider (FloridaCommerce). Florida WAP serves households under 200% of the federal poverty level.
Weatherization Assistance Program: Seminole County ↗
Meals on Wheels, Etc.
Local WAP provider for Seminole County: (407) 333-8877.
Weatherization Assistance Program: Lake County ↗
Lake Community Action Agency, Inc.
Local WAP provider for Lake County: (352) 352-5550.
Other weatherization help (utility and local programs)
Duke Energy Florida Low Income Weatherization Assistance Program ↗
Duke Energy Florida with local agencies
Duke funds weatherization and efficiency measures for low-income customers through local agency partners, about 500 customers a year (2026 Ten-Year Site Plan).
Charlotte NC, SC 1 WAP agency · 1 other
Weatherization Assistance Program
NC Weatherization Assistance Program: Charlotte-area providers ↗
NC DEQ State Energy Office through local agencies
Free weatherization for households under 200% of federal poverty guidelines (2026: 1 person $31,920; 2 $43,280; 3 $54,640; 4 $66,000) or receiving Work First or SSI. Annual WAP providers by county (NC agency finder): Blue Ridge Community Action (Mecklenburg, Gaston, Cabarrus, Union; 828-438-6255); ICARE (Iredell, Lincoln; 704-872-8141); Yadkin Valley Economic Development District (Rowan; 336-367-3535); Action Pathways (Anson; 910-485-6131). The separate IIJA-funded WAP is run by the Piedmont Triad Regional Council for Mecklenburg, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln and Rowan (336-904-0338).
Other weatherization help (utility and local programs)
Duke Energy Income-Qualified Weatherization ↗
Duke Energy
Free conservation measures, including HVAC replacement up to $8,000, for Duke customers under 200% of federal poverty guidelines. Figures are from Duke's Jan. 6, 2025 announcement.
Baltimore MD 2 WAP agencies
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization and Energy Efficiency (Baltimore City WAP), via the LIGHT program ↗
Baltimore City Department of Housing & Community Development (the State-designated local weatherization agency for Baltimore City)
Free energy audit, heating and cooling safety testing and repair, attic insulation, air sealing, water-heater measures, LEDs, CO and smoke alarms, and replacement of inoperable or inefficient appliances with ENERGY STAR models. Owner- and tenant-occupied homes qualify. Household-of-4 limits depend on the funding source: DOE WAP $92,470, EmPOWER $106,800, MEAP $66,000. Apply online or by pre-application to the LIGHT Intake & Assessment Unit, 417 E. Fayette St., Suite 1125, 410-396-3023.
Maryland Weatherization Assistance Program: other local agencies serving the metro ↗
MD DHCD through local weatherization agencies: Green & Healthy Homes Initiative (Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Anne Arundel, Harford, Howard; 410-534-6447), Building Change (statewide list incl. Baltimore City and County, Anne Arundel, Carroll, Harford, Howard, Queen Anne's; 410-231-3284), and Community Action Council of Howard County (410-313-6318)
Application status is Open. Limit is 60% SMI / 200% FPL ($92,470 for 4). SSI, TANF and MEAP recipients are automatically eligible. Priority goes to seniors, people with disabilities, families with children and high-burden households.
St. Louis MO, IL 2 WAP agencies
Weatherization Assistance Program
Missouri Low-Income Weatherization Assistance Program ↗
Missouri DNR Division of Energy through 18 local agencies. St. Louis City: Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis, 314-615-3600. St. Louis County: Community Action Agency of St. Louis County, 314-863-0015. St. Charles, Lincoln and Warren: North East Community Action Corp. (NECAC), 573-324-2231. Franklin and Jefferson: Jefferson-Franklin Community Action Corp., 636-789-2686.
Free cost-effective efficiency work for eligible low-income households. You apply to your local agency with income documents, an agency auditor does an energy audit, a crew or contractor installs the measures, and a quality-control inspection follows. DNR points to DOE poverty guidelines for income limits.
Illinois Home Weatherization Assistance Program (Metro East) ↗
Illinois DCEO through local agencies. Madison County: Madison County Community Development. St. Clair County: St. Clair County Community Action Agency. Monroe: Western Egyptian Economic Opportunity Council. Jersey, Macoupin and Calhoun: Illinois Valley Economic Development Corporation. Clinton and Bond: BCMW Community Services.
Free weatherization up to $20,000 per home for households at or below 200% of the federal poverty level (see the Chicago entry for IHWAP details).
San Antonio TX 1 WAP agency · 1 other
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program, Bexar County and Alamo region ↗
Alamo Area Council of Governments (AACOG)
Free WAP for income-eligible residents of Bexar, Atascosa, Bandera, Comal, Guadalupe, Kendall, Medina, Wilson and other Alamo-region counties: sealing, insulation, duct/HVAC work, indoor air quality assessment. (210) 362-5282, wap@aacog.gov. AACOG also runs the Amy Young Barrier Removal grant, Warm Hearts Warm Homes space heaters for people 60+, and Homes for Texas Heroes repairs and weatherization for low-income veterans.
Other weatherization help (utility and local programs)
CPS Energy Casa Verde Weatherization ↗
CPS Energy (STEP)
Rebate-funded whole-home weatherization (insulation, air and duct sealing, smart thermostat, A/C tune-up, solar screens and more) for income-qualified homeowners and renters. 2026 limit for one person is under $2,660/month gross. STEP's goal is to weatherize 16,000 homes over 5 years. Phone 210-353-2272.
Austin TX 2 WAP agencies · 1 other
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization Assistance Program, Travis County ↗
Travis County Health & Human Services (TDHCA WAP subrecipient for Travis County)
Free weatherization (air infiltration reduction, solar screens, attic insulation, HVAC duct sealing) for Travis County residents. The timeline is '9 months to a year,' and eligible applicants go on a waitlist. Apply via the county's online pre-screening portal or at any of six Community Centers; help line (512) 854-7250. The county page carries an 'Expired' label, so current intake is unconfirmed.
WAP providers for the rest of the Austin MSA ↗
TDHCA subrecipients (list updated 2/2/2026)
Williamson County: Hill Country Community Action Association, Inc. Bastrop, Caldwell and Hays: Combined Community Action, Inc.
Other weatherization help (utility and local programs)
Austin Energy Weatherization Assistance ↗
Austin Energy
Free assessment and weatherization (insulation, duct and air sealing, solar screens, smart thermostat, safety detectors) for Austin Energy customers on the Customer Assistance Program, or on the Medically Vulnerable Registry and under 80% MFI ($97,800 for a household of 4 in 2026). Waitlist possible when funded capacity is reached.
Portland OR, WA 1 WAP agency · 2 other
Weatherization Assistance Program
Oregon Weatherization Assistance Program (statewide) ↗
Oregon Housing and Community Services through local subgrantee agencies
Free weatherization for households at or below 200% of the federal poverty level; households may be placed on a waiting list; apply with your county's local agency.
Other weatherization help (utility and local programs)
Multnomah County Weatherization: Free Home Energy Upgrades ↗
Multnomah County Department of County Human Services (503-988-7423, weatherization.team@multco.us)
Free energy audit and cost-effective weatherization for eligible households; apply online (owners of apartment buildings apply for their buildings). The County warned of high pre-screen volume and up to 4 weeks for a response (page reviewed August 21, 2026).
Clark County Weatherization Program (Washington side) ↗
Clark County (855-353-4328), listed by Washington Commerce
Free weatherization for Clark County households up to 200% FPL, 60% of state median income or 80% AMI.
LIHEAP: help with energy bills
Open Funded for FY2026: HHS released $3,713,859,933 on Nov. 28, 2025 and a final $421,540,067 on Apr. 17, 2026. FY2027 runs on a continuing resolution through Dec. 11, 2026.
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP, run by HHS’s Administration for Children and Families) helps low-income households pay heating and cooling bills, avoid shutoffs and make energy-related repairs. States may spend up to 15% of it (25% with a waiver) on low-cost weatherization.
Who qualifies: households receiving TANF, SSI, SNAP or certain veterans’ benefits, or with income no higher than the greater of 150% of the poverty level or 60% of state median income. States set the exact limits, but can’t exclude households below 110% of poverty.
How to apply: through your state or local LIHEAP office. ACF points to energyhelp.us and the National Energy Assistance Referral line, 1-866-674-6327. LIHEAP doesn’t give grants directly to individuals and doesn’t charge a fee; ACF says to report such offers to the HHS fraud hotline, 1-800-447-8477.
What changed
- FY2026 was funded despite a proposal to eliminate LIHEAP. The final release came under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). NEADA describes the FY2026 total as $4.045 billion, $20 million more than the year before.
- HHS laid off the entire federal LIHEAP staff on April 1, 2025; NEADA reported in February 2026 that they had not been rehired.
- The FY2027 budget again proposed ending LIHEAP.
- Public Law 119-21 (Sec. 10103) now limits the SNAP standard utility allowance that receiving energy assistance triggers to households with an older or disabled member.
Common questions
Who qualifies for the Weatherization Assistance Program?
Under the federal rule (10 CFR 440.22), households with income at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines, households with a member who received TANF, SSI or other cash assistance under Social Security Act Title IV or XVI in the previous 12 months, or, if the state chooses, households eligible for LIHEAP. Under the 2026 guidelines, 200% is $31,920 for one person and $66,000 for four in the 48 contiguous states and DC, as Pennsylvania’s program publishes them.
How much can the program spend on my home?
The Program Year 2026 average spending limit is $8,813 per home, with renewable measures up to $4,436 within that average. Work must be cost-effective and match the energy audit. A separate Weatherization Readiness Fund pays for structural, health and safety repairs that would otherwise put a home on hold.
Is the Weatherization Assistance Program still funded?
Yes. Public Law 119-74, signed January 23, 2026, funded it for FY2026, and DOE’s Program Year 2026 allocations total $369 million. FY2027 began October 1, 2026 under a continuing resolution that funds programs at FY2026 rates through December 11, 2026.
What is the difference between weatherization and LIHEAP?
WAP pays for efficiency work in your home, starting with an energy audit. LIHEAP helps pay heating and cooling bills, avoid shutoffs and make energy-related repairs; states may spend up to 15% of LIHEAP money (25% with a waiver) on low-cost weatherization.
Not sure where to start?
Tell us your ZIP code, the kind of home you have and what you’re planning. A person reads every message and replies with the certified auditors and utility programs that serve your area.
Sources
- DOE — Weatherization Assistance Program (modified Oct. 16, 2025) ↗
- DOE — How to Apply for Weatherization Assistance (modified June 10, 2026) ↗
- DOE — Weatherization Program Notice 26-1, PY2026 grant application (issued July 9, 2026) ↗
- DOE — Weatherization Program Notice 26-2, PY2026 grantee allocations (issued July 9, 2026) ↗
- DOE, July 8, 2025 — $325M WAP + $30M Readiness + $64M SEP released; WPN 22-10 rescinded ↗
- 10 CFR 440.22 — WAP eligibility (eCFR, current to Oct. 7, 2026) ↗
- 10 CFR 440.18 — WAP allowable expenditures (eCFR) ↗
- DOE — WAP Poverty Income Guidelines page (still shows 2025 guidelines; modified Apr. 14, 2025) ↗
- Federal Register, Jan. 15, 2026 — Annual Update of the HHS Poverty Guidelines (effective Jan. 13, 2026) ↗
- Pennsylvania DCED — Weatherization income eligibility (2026 guidelines) ↗
- Public Law 119-74 (H.R. 6938, Jan. 23, 2026) — CJS; Energy-Water; Interior-Environment Appropriations Act, 2026 (govinfo) ↗
- Public Law 119-103 (H.R. 6500, Sept. 2, 2026) — Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027 (govinfo) ↗
- Utility Dive, Feb. 4, 2026 — 'Federal energy assistance programs survive budget gauntlet' ↗
- HHS ACF — LIHEAP program page ↗
- HHS ACF — LIHEAP First Block Grant Funding Release FFY 2026 (release date Nov. 28, 2025) ↗
- HHS ACF — LIHEAP Final Block Grant Funding Release FFY 2026 (release date Apr. 17, 2026) ↗
- 42 U.S.C. 8624 (Cornell LII) — LIHEAP eligibility and weatherization limits ↗
- NEADA — 'LIHEAP Still Here, But Threats Loom' (modified Feb. 25, 2026) ↗
- Sen. Collins press release, Sept. 17, 2026 — bipartisan call to release LIHEAP funds ↗
- Senators' letter to HHS Secretary, Sept. 17, 2026 (PDF) ↗
- Public Law 119-21 (July 4, 2025), enacted text, govinfo.gov — Secs. 70505, 70506, 70508, 50402, 30002 ↗