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Before colder weather, find the local provider for Virginia’s weatherization program
The state program addresses home energy efficiency; a separate repair pathway can help eligible deferred homes.
A drafty home and an overdue utility bill call for different kinds of help. Virginia’s Weatherization Assistance Program focuses on reducing energy use through work such as air sealing, insulation and heating or cooling repairs. It does not pay utility bills.
The application starts with the nonprofit provider serving the location of the home. The Department of Housing and Community Development’s program page links to that directory and current income limits.
Start with the right questions
Ask the provider what documentation is needed, how eligibility is assessed, and what the assessment and scheduling process looks like. An inquiry does not guarantee eligibility, a particular repair or a completion date.
Some homes cannot proceed immediately because other repairs are needed first. The state’s Weatherization Deferral Repair program addresses repairs that have prevented eligible homes from receiving weatherization. Applicants must qualify for weatherization and agree to receive both the repair work and the subsequent services.
For households seeking help paying bills, the department instead points to 211 Virginia and CommonHelp. Choosing the right starting point can avoid spending time on an application designed for a different need.
Program information checked September 28. Find more practical housing and household coverage in Living in Virginia.
