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Weatherization Program |
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A Community Action Agency
Serving People and
Communities
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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 energy consumption.
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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:
Weatherization Dept.
OIC of Washington
815 Fruitvale Blvd.
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 452-2555
Closed Federal and State Holidays |
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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 |
*Does
not include siding, roofing,
or storm doors * |
home,
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*
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Insulate walls & attics
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Replace/repair & tune
up furnaces
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Weather-stripping
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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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