Minnesota Department of Commerce / Semcac
Free weatherization services for income-eligible households in Austin delivered through Semcac. Program provides insulation, air sealing, furnace repair/replacement, and other energy-saving improvements at no cost to residents.
Average weatherization value for eligible households
Official program page checked live on 2026-06-17.
Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
A grant-savvy contractor in Austin, MN can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.
You will likely need a contractor to apply
Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Austin early keeps your application moving.
Get matched with a contractorEach program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.
A free program that lowers your energy bills by improving your home's energy efficiency (insulation, air sealing, heating system repair or replacement). It is income qualified and run through local agencies, and the Minnesota Department of Commerce administers it in Minnesota.
Steps to apply
Documents you will likely need
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Rolling applications, subject to funding availability
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Email us about this programGrant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.
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