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Weatherization Program |
| A Community Action Agency
Serving the People and
Communities of the Yakima Valley |
OIC of Washington’s Weatherization programs reduces energy costs for low-income
households while conserving energy for our community.
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Why Weatherize? Our weatherization services make homes warmer in the winter and cooler in
the summer. Eligible participants save money through reducing
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Eligibility
Both renters and homeowners may be eligible for this program. Those living in
a house, mobile home, duplex, or apartment building, may qualify for
weatherization services. Those who received help with utility bills during the
last year from the Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) maybe eligible for
weatherization services.
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Households with income which does not exceed 125% of the current federal poverty
income levels may also be eligible for weatherization services. Households with
at least one resident receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) may also be
eligible for weatherization services. Contact OIC for current eligibility
guidelines, or visit:
http://www.liheapwa.org
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Weatherization services are offered at no cost to qualifying homeowners.
Services offered to renters may require up to a 50% contribution from the
property owner.
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Households with income 125% of Federal Poverty Income Levels may also be
eligible for weatherization services under our targeted home program. Some owner
cost sharing of this benefit may be applicable.
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Proof of home ownership, or landlord's name, address, and phone number is
required when applying for weatherization services. For more information about
eligibility for the weatherization program please contact:
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Weatherization Dept.
OIC of Washington
815 Fruitvale Blvd.
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 452-2555
Closed Federal and State
Holidays |
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Hours of Operation: |
| Monday |
8 AM to noon - 1 PM to 5 PM |
| Tuesday |
8 AM to noon - 1 PM to 5 PM |
| Wednesday |
8 AM to noon - 1 PM to 5 PM |
| Thursday |
8 AM to noon - 1 PM to 5 PM |
| Friday |
8 AM to noon - 1 PM to 5 PM |
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Weatherization
varies
with each home, |
*Does not include siding, roofing,
or storm doors * |
depending on
construction and condition. A trained
auditor visits to determine
the improvements
needed
to make the home energy efficient. A team
of professionals &
sub-contractors then
complete
the improvements. |
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Common Services*
● Insulate walls & attics
● Replace/repair
& tune
up furnaces
● Weather-stripping
● Insulate water heaters, pipes
& air ducts
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Funding by grants from:
$ Federal government
$ State of Washington
Department of CTED
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