Ohio Weatherization Assistance Programs

Ohio's Weatherization Assistance Program delivers free energy-efficiency upgrades to income-qualified households through community action agencies and state-administered networks.

Ohio Weatherization Assistance Program

Ohio WAP reduces energy costs and addresses health hazards in low-income homes.

What it provides: Free home energy audits and weatherization improvements

Assistance: Insulation, air sealing, HVAC tune-ups, and health-and-safety repairs.

Eligibility: Priority for elderly, disabled, and families with children.

Who may qualify:

  • Households at or below 200% of federal poverty level
  • Recipients of SNAP, SSI, or TANF in ${s}
  • Renters with landlord permission

Requirements:

  • Income documentation
  • Landlord agreement for rentals
  • Pre- and post-installation inspection

How to apply: Apply through your local weatherization provider listed on the Ohio HWAP website.

Official source: Ohio HWAP

Utility Energy Savings Programs

Investor-owned utilities in Ohio offer complementary efficiency programs alongside WAP.

What it provides: Utility-funded efficiency measures for income-qualified customers

Assistance: LED lighting, insulation, HVAC maintenance, and appliance upgrades.

Eligibility: Eligibility tied to income or enrollment in assistance programs.

Who may qualify:

  • Income-qualified utility customers in Ohio
  • Households enrolled in LIHEAP or public assistance
  • Renters and homeowners

Requirements:

  • Active utility account
  • Home energy assessment
  • Landlord permission for renters

How to apply: Apply through your utility company's energy savings program.

Official source: OH Utility Programs

DOE Weatherization Innovation Grants

Federal DOE funding supplements state WAP resources in Ohio.

What it provides: Enhanced weatherization for high-energy-burden households

Assistance: Comprehensive building envelope and HVAC upgrades.

Eligibility: Supplements standard WAP with deeper retrofits in eligible areas.

Who may qualify:

  • Ohio households with high energy burden relative to income
  • Multifamily buildings serving low-income tenants
  • Communities in designated priority areas

Requirements:

  • Referral through WAP provider
  • Building or household eligibility screening
  • Energy audit

How to apply: Contact your WAP provider about enhanced weatherization options.

Official source: Ohio HWAP

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