Weatherization has openings!

Weatherization is looking for qualified households; if interested call Eric at 632-3363

What is the Weatherization Assistance Program?

The Weatherization Assistance Program provides free weatherization and energy-efficiency improvements to owner-occupied houses and tenant-occupied rental units located within Chippewa-Luce-Mackinac Counties.  Many weatherization clients are senior citizens, single parents, or disabled.  Weatherization is very simple – it improves energy efficiency and permanently reduces energy bills.

What types of Improvements are provided?

Depending on the results of a free energy audit, each eligible property may receive a combination of the following improvements:

*Air-sealing measures, such as caulking and weather stripping

*Sealing of basement openings and foundations

*Insulating and air-sealing of the roof area

*Repair and efficiency modifications to central heating systems

*In home energy education

Who is eligible?

Whether you are an owner or a tenant, you must live in the property that needs weatherization assistance.  It must be located in Chippewa Luce or Mackinac Counties.  Your income for the last three months cannot be more than the amount listed below for the number of people living in your home.

1……………………$5,727

2…………………..$7,565

3……………………$9,545

4……………………$11,525

How do I apply?

Applications are taken in person  at each of our three county locations:

Chippewa  – Avery Center, 524 Ashmun St.,  Sault Ste. Marie

Luce  – 207 Newberry Ave., Newberry

Mackinac –  Fenlon Center, 368 Reagan, St. Ignace.

Before coming in to apply, please  gather the following information:

    * Three months total gross household income

    * Source of that income (Employment, SSI, etc)

    * Number of people in your household and birth dates

    * 12 month utility usage

    * Proof of home ownership, or landlord participation agreement.

    * Must be located in Chippewa – Luce –Mackinac County