Weatherization Assistance Program
The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is a low-income energy efficiency program administered by the Department of Energy (DOE). Its purpose is to make the homes of low-income clients more energy efficient, thereby reducing the households’ energy bills. The program also improves the health and safety of low-income homes. The energy efficiency and health and safety work is done using the most advanced technologies and testing protocols available in the housing industry.
Weatherization makes energy-efficient repairs to home by providing comfort while saving on utility costs and ensuring the health and safety of residents. Through weatherization improvements and upgrades, households save on average $283 or more every year according to a national evaluation of the program.
Click on www.humanrights.iowa.gov/dcaa/weatherization to access Iowa WAP information.
What are the Benefits of Weatherization?
- Conserves energy
- Solves certain health and safety problems in the client's homes
- Maintains affordable housing for low-income persons
- Reduces utility averages
- Reduces environmental pollution
What is Required for Program Eligibility?
- Meet income guidelines: 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines
- Owners and renters both qualify
What is Required to Apply for Services?
- Can apply for weatherization at the same time you apply for the LiHEAP program
- Applications are taken over the phone at our local outreach offices
Inspection Process
A contract Energy Auditor will inspect:
- Combustion appliances
- Heating System
- Chimney function
- Water heater
- Stove & Oven
- Insulation
- Attic & basement air leaks
- Refrigerator & freezer efficiency
A Weatherization plan will be developed & may include:
- Furnace tune & clean, repair/replacement
- Water heater repair/replacement
- Attic, sidewall, crawl space & band joist insulation
- Seal cracks & holes
- Removal/replacement of refrigerator/freezer
Helpful Resources
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Mission Statement
Mid-Sioux Opportunity, Inc.
Helping People. Changing Lives.
Weatherization Assistance Program - Department of Human Rights
To ensure basic rights, freedoms, and opportunities for all by empowering underrepresented Iowans and eliminating economic, social, and cultural barriers.