Weatherizing Your Home
Having a high energy bill is not the only indicator that you may benefit from energy efficient weatherization measures. If you notice cold drafts in your home from windows or doors, run the heater throughout the entire day in the winter, or run your air conditioner throughout the entire day in the summer, then you may benefit from having an assessment done on your home. An assessment, or energy audit, is performed by community partners in low-income households to find ways to make your home more energy efficient. Some of the energy efficiency improvements include:
Sealing holes and cracks around doors, windows, and pipes
Checking that your home is properly insulated
Repairing or replacing windows
Checking that heating and air conditioning systems run smoothly
Repairing or replacing water heaters
Weatherization Programs Administered by CSD
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program
U.S. Department of Energy's Weatherization Assistance Program
Low-Income Weatherization Program
LIWP is one of the California Climate Investments which is part of a statewide initiative that puts billions of Cap-and-Trade dollars to work reducing greenhouse gas emissions, strengthening the economy, and improving public health and the environment — particularly in disadvantaged communities. LIWP currently includes two program components serving farmworker housing and multi-family affordable housing.
Do You Qualify?
In order to receive energy efficiency or weatherization services from a local provider, your household must meet certain eligibility requirements which include income, household size, energy use, and other factors. Income sources and other factors may affect eligibility for services. Please note that our energy efficiency and weatherization programs may potentially prioritize applicants based on the greatest need, income, and households with vulnerable populations. Vulnerable populations may include the elderly, disabled, and households with young children.