Weatherization Program

On average, weatherization can cut heating bills by 32% and overall energy bills by around $350 per year. It includes various measures such as air sealing, improving ventilation, and adding insulation. These changes not only save you money but can also contribute to better respiratory health, mental well-being, and overall safety.

How We Make It Happen

Our Weatherization Assistance Program, funded by the US Department of Energy in partnership with the Kentucky Housing Corporation, is carried out by our locally based and professionally trained crews. Using computerized energy assessments and advanced diagnostic tools, such as blower doors and infrared cameras, we conduct a thorough analysis of your home. This helps us identify the most cost-effective measures and address any health and safety concerns.

How We Make Homes Cozy

Here’s a glimpse of what our crews may do:

• Test the safety and efficiency of your heating system.
• Seal air leaks in walls, floors, ceilings, windows, and doors.
• Install ventilation fans.
• Insulate attics, walls, floors, heating ducts, pipes, and water heaters.
• Install vapor barriers.
• Test and install smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.
• Replace old light bulbs with energy-efficient LED bulbs.
• Replace energy-consuming refrigerators.

Households with an annual income at or below 200 percent of the federal guidelines are eligible. Priority is given to the elderly, disabled individuals, homes with young children, and those with a high energy burden.

Income Guidelines

The application process takes about twenty minutes and is completed at our Outreach Offices. Bring proof of income, proof of ownership or rental agreement, and proof of energy usage for the past 12 months. Call ahead to schedule an appointment with your local Resource and Referral Specialist.

We’re here to make your home safer, more energy-efficient, and comfortable. Contact your local Outreach office to start the process and see how weatherization can benefit you!

Documents required to apply for Weatherization. Please email documents to gkirby@foothillscap.org.

Proof of income and/or zero income for each household member age 18 or over

This may include:

• Social Security Award letter for current year
• Check Stubs for past month
• Self-employment records
• Proof of income and/or zero income for each household member age 18 or over

Proof of home ownership for houses. (We must have a copy of the deed (all pages). This applies to rental property as well as owner-occupied. You can obtain a copy of the deed at your local county clerk’s office.)

• Proof of home ownership for mobile home. We must have a copy of the title.
• If you have purchased your home on a land contract, we need the original deed (all pages and a copy of the land contract)
• Will (required if the applicant inherited the home and the home is not yet in their name)
• Death certificate (required if the applicant inherited the home and the home is not yet in their name or if one of the owners listed on the deed is deceased)

Landlord tenant agreement if you are a renter

A copy of your most recent utility bills (any electric, gas, wood, etc.)

Power of Attorney or a signed note granting permission (if you are going to be signing on someone’s behalf)

If your name has changed (example: you got married) and it does not match the name on any of the documents listed above, please provide proof of your name change. Example: Marriage license, divorce papers, social security card, driver’s license, etc.

Photo ID of Head of household

Social Security cards for everyone in the household

Contractors interested in bidding on home repair jobs for KRFDC’s Weatherization Ready program are invited to contact Georganna Kirby at (859) 624-2046, ext. 1107 .

Qualified HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing Contractors are invited to apply for our approved contractors list. Contractors will be responsible for repairs and replacements funded by the Weatherization Assistance Program. Contact Georganna Kirby at (859) 624-2046, ext. 1107 for more information or to request an application packet.

Kentucky Housing Corporation – Weatherization Assistance Program

U.S. Dept. of Energy 

U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy 

Weatherization Assistance Program Technical Assistance Center

Energy Star