Sangamon County Weatherization Program

How it works

Sangamon County Community Resources offers weatherization services to homeowners who also qualify for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The county says the program is designed to provide energy-saving services for eligible homeowners. It also notes that there is currently a two-year waiting list, and homeowners should call the office to be added to the list. The county will contact applicants when their name comes up.

What the service covers

The page says weatherization work can include:

• Furnace repair or replacement
• Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors
• Attic insulation
• Wall insulation
• Air sealing windows and doors
• Replacing broken glass in windows

The page also includes a link to “Typical Weatherization Measures Installed,” but no additional measure list is provided in the text reviewed.

Amounts and matching

• No dollar amount, rebate amount, or match requirement is stated.
• The benefit is provided as services rather than a cash payment.

How to apply

• Call the county office at 217-535-3120 and ask to be put on the waiting list.
• The county says it will contact you when your name comes up.

Timing and deadlines

• The page states there is currently a two-year waiting list.
• No application deadline is listed.
• The page references “Physical Year 2027” income guidelines, which appear on the program page as the current posted eligibility chart.