About Weatherization Assistance Program

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is a government program that enables low income families

to permanently reduce their electricity bills by making their homes more energy efficient.

Funds are used to improve the energy performance by air sealing (weatherstripping, caulking), wall and 

ceiling insulation, heating system improvements or replacement, efficiency improvements in lighting, 

hot water tank and pipe insulation and refrigerator replacements with highly efficient Energy Star rated units.  Both single-family and multi-family buildings are assisted.  

WAP serves low-income families free of charge and limits the amount of assistance to $6,500 on any single residence. Household can have average savings of more than 20% per month once the program has started.  

Households with incomes at or below 60% of state median income are eligible for assistance.  Program services are available to both homeowners and renters, with priority given to senior citizens, families with children and persons with disabilities.

Weatherization Assistance Program helps our country reduce its dependence on foreign oil and decrease the cost of energy for families in need while improving the health and safety of their homes.  

For more information on Weatherization Assistance Program, please check out http://www1.eere.energy.gov/wip/wap.html.