LIHEAP Weatherization Assistance Program
What does the program do?
The Program is designed to help low-income customers control their energy costs through the installation of weatherization materials and consumer education.
Who benefits from the program?
All low-income families that are below the 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
What areas/counties are covered by this program?
Brooks, Hidalgo, Jim Wells, Kenedy, Kleberg, and San Patricio Co.
When does a person qualify for the program?
At the time of the application, clients may be determined income eligible.
How does an individual enroll in the program?
Currently we have a waiting list, but call any of our offices in Hidalgo, Jim Wells, and San Patricio to be placed in the list.
Additional information about the program:
Eligible Activities
- Energy audit (a review of your home's energy efficiency, which identifies where air leaks may be occurring, inefficient appliances, etc.)
- Installation of weatherization measures to increase energy efficiency of a home (structure must be able to benefit from being weatherized)
- The weatherization work consists of caulking; weather-stripping; adding ceiling, wall, and floor insulation; patching holes in the building envelope; duct work, and tune-up, repair or replacement of energy inefficient heating and cooling systems.
- The weatherization measures to be installed must meet specific energy-savings goals.
Contact information:
Administrator: Jorge A. Zamora, Community Services Director
Administrator’s phone number: 361-661-1300
Main number to call (used by clients): 361-661-1300 in Jim Wells and Brooks Counties,
956-287-0522 in Hidalgo County, and 361-364-0220 in Kenedy, Kleberg, and San Patricio Counties.
Address: 416 E. Main St. Alice, TX; 2524 N. Closner St. Edinburg, TX; 500 S. San Patricio Ave. Sinton, TX.
Fax: 361-668-3777 in Alice, 956-287-0226 in Edinburg, and 361-364-0221in Sinton.
Hours of operation: Offices are open Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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