Weatherization Assistance Program Eligibility Checker
Check your 2026 eligibility for free home weatherization improvements through the federal WAP program.
The Weatherization Assistance Program provides free home improvements, insulation, air sealing, furnace repair, worth an average of $7,400 per home, for households at or below 200% of the federal poverty level in 2026: $31,920/year for one person or $66,000/year for a family of four.
Unlike LIHEAP, which pays your current energy bills, WAP makes permanent improvements that lower your future costs, at no charge and with no repayment required. Enter your household size and income below to check your eligibility.
Check Your WAP Eligibility
Some states use a different standard, 200% of state median income (SMI), which could raise or lower the applicable limit where you live.
This is a free service, not a cash payment
WAP is an in-kind home improvement benefit, averaging around $7,400 per home in labor and materials, not money paid to you. There's no cost or repayment to your household — no loan, no lien.
As a renter, you're not excluded from WAP, but landlord permission is typically required before any work can be done on the home.
Qualifying for LIHEAP often streamlines WAP eligibility, and many households pursue both. See this site's LIHEAP Eligibility Calculator.
WAP's income limit is more generous than LIHEAP's, 200% of the federal poverty level instead of 150%, which means some households that don't qualify for LIHEAP bill assistance still qualify for free weatherization improvements. There's no asset test either way. If you already receive SNAP, SSI, TANF, LIHEAP, or in some states Medicaid, most local agencies will treat you as automatically income-eligible without a separate review. What you actually receive isn't a payment, it's a service: a certified energy auditor visits your home, identifies the most cost-effective improvements, and a certified crew completes the work, typically insulation, air sealing, and heating system repairs or replacement. The average value nationally runs around $7,400 per home, though actual work varies based on what your specific home needs. Renters qualify too, though the program requires landlord permission before any work begins. Because LIHEAP and WAP are run through many of the same local agencies, qualifying for one often makes applying for the other faster, so it's worth checking both.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the income limit for the Weatherization Assistance Program in 2026?
The federal standard is 200% of the Federal Poverty Level, $31,920/year for one person or $66,000/year for a family of four, though some states use 200% of state median income instead.
How is WAP different from LIHEAP?
LIHEAP pays your existing energy bills. WAP makes free, permanent home improvements, like insulation and furnace repair, that lower your future energy costs. They're separate programs, though many households qualify for both.
How much is a typical WAP benefit worth?
The average value of WAP home improvements is around $7,400 per home, delivered as free labor and materials, not a cash payment.
Do I have to pay back WAP assistance?
No. There's no repayment, loan, or lien involved. The improvements are provided at no cost to eligible households.
Can renters get WAP assistance?
Yes, renters are eligible, though landlord permission is typically required before work can be done.
Am I automatically eligible for WAP if I already receive LIHEAP?
Often, yes. Qualifying for LIHEAP frequently streamlines WAP eligibility, since many states link the two programs' income verification.
This calculator checks your eligibility against the federal standard income limit and does not constitute a guarantee of assistance, since some states use a different standard (200% of state median income) and local agency capacity varies. For an official eligibility determination, contact your local weatherization agency.