Home Weatherization Program
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What is Weatherization?Weatherization helps individuals or families improve the energy efficiency of their residences. Some common services include insulating attics and sidewalls, air-sealing the structure, furnace inspections, and energy conservation measures such as lighting and refrigerator replacement. Weatherization can be done for homeowners or renters. The work is done at no cost for qualifying households.
Service Area: Crawford, La Crosse, Monroe, and Vernon counties. Who is Eligible for Weatherization Services?If you received Wisconsin's Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP) fuel assistance during the current heating season you may be eligible for weatherization services on your home. Homes that will be weatherized are selected using the State of Wisconsin's High Energy Users Priority list. Eligibility for weatherization services is not limited to homeowners. Renters who live in mobile homes, duplexes or apartment buildings are also eligible.
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How to Apply Weatherization Services?Step 1:
Apply for the Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP) Click here for online application You can also apply for WHEAP by contacting your county. Call for an appointment between October 1st and May 15th to receive a regular benefit. Applications can be accepted year round.
Crawford County: 608.326.0248 La Crosse County: 608.785.5582 Monroe County: 608.487.9356 Vernon County: 608.637.5210 Step 2:
Those who apply and are found eligible for Energy Assistance also become eligible for Couleecap Weatherization services. If eligible for Weatherization Couleecap Energy Services staff will contact you. |
Home Energy Plus helps qualified Wisconsin residents reduce energy use and costs through three offerings - the Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP), the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), and the Home Energy Plus Furnace Program. These offerings are available statewide and are funded by the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA), Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources (DEHCR).
Income Eligibility for Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP) Click here for income eligibility information.
Overall energy costs reduced while making our home more comfortable." Couleecap participant The new furnace and water heater work great! We don't need to worry about the new furnace like we did with the old one." Couleecap participant This program is wonderful. I have noted a reduction in my electric bill, which was almost immediate. The follow-up has been very good." My house is a lot warmer now. I thank you so very much. I could not have done this on my own. I needed this for a long time now and I am so grateful." Other Resources |
LOOKING FOR ASSISTANCE IN THIS OR ANY PROGRAM? COMPLETE A COULEECAP program inquiry form
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Funded by the Wisconsin Department of Administration, Division of Energy Services.
