What Is Weatherization?
Possible Services
Energy Audit: This is an assessment that will be performed to determine the weatherization needs of your home.
Insulation: Depending on the existing R-values and accessibility, insulation may be added to attics, floors, walls and duct systems to improve overall energy efficiency of your home.
Air Sealing: Minimizes excessive drafts by caulking interior molding/trim, sealing around plumbing/drain pipes protruding through floors/walls and weather-stripping doors.
Ventilation: Adding proper ventilation can help create a healthier living environment and reduce moisture levels in a home. Furnaces with ducts and all gas appliances need proper ventilation in a home to work more efficiently.
Base-load Analysis & Reduction: LED light bulbs may be installed to minimize lighting costs. Watt usage tests may be performed on refrigerators to determine if replacement is possible, according to set guidelines.
Limitations: In some cases, we may not be able to provide some services because of structural deficiencies.
Eligibility
To be eligible for weatherization assistance, a household’s income must be at or below 200% of Federal Poverty Level. See the table below. The program bases these income levels on household income and household size. View the income guidelines on OCHS website: https://www.oregon.gov/ohcs/energy-weatherization/Pages/weatherization-services.aspx#wx-eligibility
200% of Federal Poverty Level by Household Size
2025 Poverty Income Guidelines – Source USDOE
(Effective April 8, 2025)
| Household Unit Size | Gross Annual Income | Gross Quarterly Income | Gross Monthly Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $31,300 | $7,825 | $2,608 |
| 2 | $42,300 | $10,575 | $3,525 |
| 3 | $53,300 | $13,325 | $4,441 |
| 4 | $64,300 | $16,075 | $5,358 |
| 5 | $75,300 | $18,825 | $6,275 |
| 6 | $86,300 | $21,575 | $7,191 |
| 7 | $97,300 | $24,325 | $8,108 |
| 8 | $108,300 | $27,075 | $9,025 |
| 9 | $119,300 | $29,825 | $9,941 |
| 10 | $130,300 | $32,575 | $10,858 |
| 11 | $141,300 | $35,325 | $11,775 |
| 12 | $152,300 | $38,075 | $12,691 |
| Each Additional Member | $11,000 | $2,748 | $916 |