Texas Weatherization Assistance Program

To qualify for the Texas Weatherization Assistance Program in 2026, your household income must be at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. For a single person, that means earning no more than $2,660 per month. The program gives priority to elderly residents age 60 and older, people with disabilities, and families with children under 6. You can apply through your local subrecipient agency, which is assigned by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA).

Wait times for the Texas Weatherization Assistance Program vary significantly by location, ranging from 6 months to over 2 years in some areas. Once you reach the top of the list, a certified energy auditor will evaluate your home to determine which improvements will have the greatest impact on your energy use. The actual weatherization work typically includes things like adding insulation, sealing air leaks, and repairing or replacing heating and cooling systems. The average value of the work performed is between $4,000 and $7,000 per home, all provided at no cost to qualifying households.

The Texas Weatherization Assistance Program provides free physical improvements to your home, such as insulation, weather stripping, caulking, window repairs, and furnace or AC repair or replacement, all aimed at making your home more energy efficient. This is different from CEAP (the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program), which helps pay your current utility bills but does not fix the underlying problems causing high energy costs. Weatherization addresses the root cause by reducing how much energy your home wastes, which lowers your bills long term. Both homeowners and renters can qualify, though renters will need their landlord's written permission before work can begin.