Weatherization

How it works

Weatherization is a home energy improvement program for eligible households. Mid Michigan Community Action says it starts with an energy audit of the home, then uses that analysis to decide what work is needed. The program is not an emergency same-day repair service, and participants do not choose individual measures. The agency states it must complete all of the work identified by the audit, or none of it.

What the money covers

Eligible households can receive energy-saving repairs and improvements at no cost. The page says the program may:

• Add insulation to attics, walls, and crawl spaces
• Seal air leaks around doors, windows, and other areas
• Check furnaces, water heaters, and other equipment
• Repair or replace heating systems when needed for efficiency, health, or safety
• Install items like energy-efficient light bulbs or other energy-saving measures

The program can also address some energy-related health and safety issues, including carbon monoxide concerns, venting problems, combustion safety, and moisture issues linked to energy loss.

Amounts and matching

The page does not state a dollar cap, percentage match, or savings guarantee. It does say the work is provided at no cost to eligible households, and that the exact measures depend on the energy audit.

Who it serves

Weatherization is available for eligible households in Bay, Clare, Gladwin, Mecosta, Midland, Muskegon, Oceana, Osceola, Lake, Mason, Newaygo, and Saginaw Counties. The agency also says it may help homeowners, renters with landlord permission, people in mobile homes, and people whose homes are on a land contract.

Multi-family homes

The program is not limited to single-family homes. It also serves multi-family buildings such as apartment buildings, townhomes, senior housing, and other multi-unit properties. Multi-family Weatherization is available in the listed Weatherization counties plus Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, Livingston, Oakland, and Shiawassee Counties. The page notes that this service area may change over time based on areas of greatest need.

How to apply

To get started, call or text the office nearest you, or email the agency. The page lists these contacts:

• Bay City: 989-894-9060
• Big Rapids: 231-660-0271
• Farwell: 989-386-3805
• Gladwin: 989-426-2801
• Midland: 989-832-7377
• Muskegon: 231-557-7622
• Reed City: 231-791-7078
• Shelby: 231-923-3066
• Lake, Mason, and Newaygo Counties (call only): 1-877-213-5948
• Email: [email protected]

When you reach out, it helps to say you are interested in Weatherization and tell them the county where you live. Staff will pass your information to someone in your area, then follow up to explain next steps and what to expect.

Timing and deadlines

The page does not list an application deadline or closing date. It presents the program as available now for eligible households.