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Program Description
The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) provides limited assistance to low income homeowners to improve the energy efficiency of their homes thus reducing their utility costs. Due to the scarcity of resources, priority is given to the lowest income households. WAP may be used for the following: Leakage reduction including repair or replacement of broken glass or thresholds, packing cracks, caulking or weather-stripping, installation of door sweeps, fireplace dampers, water heater insulation blankets, thermostat controls, exterior doors, exterior windows; incidental repairs including lumber to frame or repair windows and doors, roofing materials to patch or repair leaks, protective materials (paint), or repair materials; health and safety including stove pipes, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, space heaters, furnace repair/replacement, moisture related problems, wiring problems; ceiling, wall and floor insulation; measures for mobile homes; and electric base load measures like new refrigerators. The amount of assistance cannot exceed an average of $2,672 per household with a maximum per house of $3,663.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of New Mexico, your household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $13,965 if one person lives in the household; $18,735 if two people live in the household; $23,505 if three people live in the household; $28,275 if four people live in the household; $33,045 if five people live in the household; $37,815 if six people live in the household; $42,585 if seven people live in the household; and $47,355 if more than seven people live in the household.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
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