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Administered by New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR), through a local provider in each county.

Free weatherization for New York households at or under 60% of state median income, $80,160 a year for four: an energy audit, then air sealing, insulation, heating system repair or replacement, and windows, doors and minor repairs where the audit calls for them. Owners and renters can apply; landlords contribute.

source · verified 26 September 2026 · amounts in US dollars

What it pays

Free to homeowners and renters

What it can do, if the audit calls for it

  • Sealing cracks and holes
  • Attic or wall insulation
  • Heating system repair or replacement
  • Efficient lighting and appliances
  • Window and door repair or replacement
  • Small repairs and energy-related health and safety fixes

Who is eligible

Income limits, program year 2025 (60% of state median income)
People in householdYearly income up to
1$41,676
2$54,504
3$67,332
4$80,160
5$92,988
6$105,816
7$108,216
8$110,616
automatic
A household member on HEAP, SSI or Public Assistance qualifies the household.
priority
Seniors, families with children and people with disabilities.
landlords
Owners of rental buildings contribute to the cost.

Where the application goes

Not to HCR: to the weatherization provider for your county.

Where the application goes
If this is youApply here
Every countyhcr.ny.gov
Questions518-474-5700

The same line as EmPower+

Weatherization's income line is the state's 60% line, the same one EmPower+ uses for its free tier in most upstate counties. The two work together; your provider can refer you to NYSERDA and your utility.