Wisconsin Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
State of Wisconsin / U.S. Dept. of Energy
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Wisconsin Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) in its Milwaukee, WI research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Free insulation, air sealing, energy-efficient lighting, water heater wrapping, and heating system repair or replacement for households at or below 60% state median income. Renters need landlord permission. Must first apply for WHEAP energy assistance. Prioritizes elderly, disabled, and households with young children.
Below 60% state median income; must apply to WHEAP first
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-01. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Milwaukee, WI, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- STRONG Homes Loan Program Up to $25,000
- TIN Home Rehabilitation Loan Up to $40,000 total ($15,000 forgivable)
- TIN Down Payment Grant Up to $7,000 (CDBG area) or $5,000
- Neighborhood Improvement Project (NIP) Up to $24,500 (free, forgivable loan)
Key Details
- Free insulation, air sealing, lighting, and heating upgrades
- Income at or below 60% state median income
- Must apply for WHEAP (energy assistance) first
- Renters eligible with landlord permission
- Prioritizes elderly, disabled, and homes with young children
How to Apply
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Track this programProgram phone: 414-270-4653
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Your application paperwork
This is a free, federally funded program that lowers your energy bills by improving your home's energy efficiency. If the administrator finds you eligible and has capacity, a local agency does a free home energy audit and installs measures like attic insulation, air sealing, and heating system repair at no cost to you. The Wisconsin Department of Administration runs it through a network of local community action agencies, so you apply through the agency that serves your county.
Steps to apply
- Confirm with the administrator that you meet the current rules: you live in the home and your household income is within the program limit (commonly at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty level; the administrator may apply categorical rules for SSI, TANF, or energy-assistance recipients; verify the current rule).
- Find the local weatherization or community action agency that serves your county using the Home Energy Plus agency locator (or call 866-432-8947).
- Contact that agency and complete its intake application with your income, ownership, and household information.
- The agency schedules a free home energy audit to decide which measures your home needs.
- The approved energy efficiency measures are installed at no cost to you.
Documents you will likely need
- Proof of income for everyone in the household (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters), or proof that you receive SSI, TANF, or energy assistance.
- Proof you own or rent and live in the home (a deed, mortgage statement, or lease; renters need the owner's written permission).
- A recent utility bill for the home.
- A government-issued photo ID.
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Year-round, apply through WHEAP first
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Frequently asked questions
What audience tags are recorded for Wisconsin Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) in Milwaukee?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters. It also carries a low-income tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Wisconsin Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) in Milwaukee, WI?
Confirm the application route directly with State of Wisconsin / U.S. Dept. of Energy; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 414-270-4653. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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