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Heating & Energy Assistance

Lower your heating bills and make your home more comfortable

Free home energy improvements and bill assistance for eligible households in Northeast Pennsylvania.

What you get: Weatherization

ACE's crews make free energy-saving improvements to eligible homes. Every home starts with a full energy audit to find where heat is escaping. Common improvements include sealing drafts with caulking and weather-stripping, and adding insulation to attics and walls. The goal is lower heating and fuel costs and a warmer, safer home.

  • A full energy audit of your home
  • Drafts sealed with caulking and weather-stripping
  • Insulation added to attics and walls
  • Lower heating and fuel costs
  • A warmer, safer home

Do I qualify?

  1. Step 1: Check income guidelines

    See if your household income is within the limits.

    View income guidelines(opens in new tab)
  2. Step 2: Check energy assistance eligibility

    Find out which energy programs you may qualify for.

    Check eligibility(opens in new tab)
  3. Step 3: Apply

    Fill out our short online application.

    Start your application(opens in new tab)

Not sure? Call us at (570) 963-6836 and we'll help you figure it out.

  • Urgent Call now

    LIHEAP Crisis

    Emergency help when you're out of fuel or facing a shutoff.PLACEHOLDER

  • Customer Assistance Program (CAP)

    Helps lower monthly utility bills for eligible customers.PLACEHOLDER

  • Department of Energy (DOE) Weatherization

    Free energy-saving home improvements funded by the U.S. Department of Energy.PLACEHOLDER

  • UGI Weatherization

    Energy-saving improvements for eligible UGI customers.PLACEHOLDER

  • City of Scranton Weatherization Deferral Program

    Helps Scranton homes get ready for weatherization work.PLACEHOLDER

  • Whole Home Repairs

    Help with repairs that make your home safe and livable.PLACEHOLDER

Common questions

Do I have to own my home? Can renters apply?

Renters can apply too. We will need permission from your landlord.PLACEHOLDER

How long does it take after I apply?

Most families hear back within a few weeks.PLACEHOLDER

Does it cost anything?

No. Services are free for households that qualify.PLACEHOLDER

What if I'm in a heating emergency right now?

Call us right away. We can help you apply for LIHEAP Crisis.PLACEHOLDER

Questions? We're here to help.

Call us at (570) 963-6836.

Call (570) 963-6836