Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
Pennsylvania’s Weatherization Assistance Program provides free energy audits and science-based upgrades to improve energy efficiency, safety, and comfort in low-income homes statewide.
Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
Due Dates: Rolling (Applications accepted year-round by local agencies)
Funding Amounts: Average expenditure per household: $7,669; funding determined by audit and agency allocation
Summary: Supports energy efficiency upgrades and safety improvements for low-income Pennsylvania households through on-site audits, weatherization, and education.
Key Information: Eligible homes can only be weatherized once every 15 years; services are free for qualified applicants.
Description
The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) in Pennsylvania is designed to help low-income households reduce energy costs and improve home comfort and safety. The program provides free energy audits and implements cost-effective weatherization measures, such as air sealing, insulation, heating system upgrades, minor repairs, and health and safety enhancements. WAP also offers education to residents on how to maintain installed improvements and reduce daily energy waste. Services are delivered statewide through a network of approved local agencies.
