03 Sep Weatherization Program Is Seeking Applicants
OACAC Weatherization is accepting applications in Barry, Christian, Dade, Dallas, Greene, Lawrence, Polk, Stone, Taney, and Webster Counties.
Weatherization is a free service for renters and homeowners who qualify, and may include insulation of attic, floors and walls; weather stripping; repairs to doors and windows; gas heating systems and appliances tested for safety and efficiency and repaired if necessary; and air sealing.
Applicants must meet the 2020 income guidelines, based on a household income below 200% of the poverty level:
Size of family Income threshold
| 1 | $25,520 |
| 2 | $34,480 |
| 3 | $43,440 |
| 4 | $52,400 |
| 5 | $61,360 |
| 6 | $70,320 |
| 7 | $79,280 |
| 8 | $88,240 |
For each additional family member add $8,960. Renters must have owner approval and owner participation to receive services.
The U.S. Department of Energy’s Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) was created in 1976 to assist low-income families who lack resources to invest in energy efficiency. WAP is available in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Native American tribes, and U.S. Territories.
In 2019, OACAC weatherized 150 homes in the Ozarks. Benefits include reduced energy usage; increased energy efficiency of the home; long-term energy savings; and possibly a safer, healthier living environment. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, weatherized households save an average of $283 annually on utility costs.
To learn more or apply, call (417) 865-7797 or visit https://oac.ac/weatherization.