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NNCP
Weatherization Assistance Program
Information & Application

Serving: Wayne, Green, Lenoir, Craven, Pamlico, Carteret, Jones, Onslow, Duplin, Pender, New Hanover & Brunswick Counties

The Weatherization Assistance Program is funded by the NC Department of Environmental Quality/State Energy Office

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) reduces energy costs for low-income households by increasing the energy efficiency of their homes, while ensuring their health and safety. The program supports 8,500 jobs and provides weatherization services to approximately 35,000 homes every year using DOE funds.

 

Through weatherization improvements and upgrades, these households save on average $372 or more every year according to a national evaluation of the program. Since the program began in 1976, WAP has helped improve the lives of more than 7 million families through weatherization services.

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Eligibility Guidelines

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Families with incomes below 200 percent of the federal poverty guidelines or those receiving cash assistance payments under Work First or Supplemental Security Income are eligible for weatherization services. Approximately 1,600 North Carolina families benefit from the program annually. Priority is placed on providing assistance to the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and families with children.

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Income eligibility for the Weatherization Assistance Program Program is at 200 percent of the federal poverty income threshold.

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What is Weatherization?

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Weatherization is the process of improving a home’s energy efficiency so it uses less energy for heating and cooling. By reducing energy waste, weatherization helps lower utility bills while also improving indoor comfort and safety.

Weatherization services focus on identifying where a home is losing energy and making targeted improvements to fix those issues.

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These improvements can:

  • Reduce heating and cooling costs

  • Improve indoor air quality

  • Make your home more comfortable

  • Increase health and safety

  • Reduce strain on heating and cooling systems

How the Program Works​

1. Apply for Assistance

Households submit an application and provide documentation to determine eligibility, such as:

  • Proof of income

  • Household information

  • Utility bill history

  • Proof of home ownership or landlord approval (for renters)

2. Eligibility Review

Program staff review the application to confirm income eligibility and determine whether the home qualifies for services.

3. Home Energy Assessment

If approved, a trained energy auditor visits the home to perform a full energy assessment.

During the assessment, specialists may use equipment such as:

  • Blower doors to measure air leakage

  • Infrared cameras to identify missing insulation

  • Carbon monoxide detectors

  • Combustion safety testing equipment

This assessment helps identify the most effective energy-saving improvements for the home.

4. Installation of Services

Based on the assessment, the program creates a customized work plan and completes approved weatherization improvements.

5. Final Inspection

After the work is completed, a final inspection ensures all services meet quality standards and that the home is safer, more efficient, and more comfortable.

Services You May Receive

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Weatherization services vary based on the condition of each home, but may include:

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  • Air sealing to reduce drafts and leaks

  • Attic, wall, and floor insulation

  • Duct sealing and insulation

  • Heating and cooling system tune-ups or repairs

  • Smart thermostat installation

  • Energy-efficient lighting upgrades

  • Minor HVAC repairs or replacement (as funding allows)

  • Smoke detector installation

  • Carbon monoxide detector installation

  • Health and safety improvements related to ventilation and combustion safety

  • Client education on reducing energy use​

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What the Program Does Not Cover

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The Weatherization Assistance Program is not a home remodeling or rehabilitation program. Services are limited to improvements that increase energy efficiency, health, and safety.

The program generally does not cover:

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  • Roof replacement

  • Major plumbing repairs

  • Major electrical upgrades

  • General home renovations

  • Room additions, porches, or decks

  • Cosmetic repairs (painting, siding, etc.)

  • Window and door replacement (unless program-approved and cost-effective)

  • Mold remediation or asbestos removal

Program Benefits

Weatherization can make a noticeable difference in your home and monthly expenses.

Participants often experience:

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  • Lower utility bills

  • Improved heating and cooling performance

  • Fewer drafts and hot/cold spots

  • Better indoor comfort

  • Improved home safety

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Many households begin noticing improvements immediately after services are completed.

HOMEOWNER/RENTER APPLICATION COMING SOON

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. If you meet the initial criteria and we have verified your income/homeownership, we will contact you to evaluate whether your application is a fit for our program.

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Please be advised that we are a nonprofit organization with a wait list of households.
We contact homeowners regarding their application status as soon as we are able.

Request for Qualifications & Bids (RFQ/RFP) from Contractors

New North Carolina Project is soliciting bids and qualifications from licensed and qualified subcontractors to provide services under the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NC DEQ) Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) funded through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).
 

We are seeking qualified subcontractors for the following trades and services:

  • Weatherization and Air Sealing

  • Insulation Installation

  • HVAC Installation and Replacement

  • Heat Pump Installation

  • Electrical Services

  • Plumbing Services

  • General Construction and Minor Repairs

  • Health and Safety Measures

  • Energy Efficiency Upgrades

  • Diagnostic Testing and Quality Control Services
     

Qualified firms must possess all applicable North Carolina licenses, required certifications, insurance coverage, and demonstrated experience performing weatherization, energy efficiency, rehabilitation, or federally funded projects. Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs), Minority-Owned Businesses (MBEs), Women-Owned Businesses (WBEs), Veteran-Owned Businesses, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses, and other diverse firms are strongly encouraged to apply.
 

Interested subcontractors must complete the Subcontractor Qualification Questionnaire and submit all required licenses, certifications, insurance documentation, references, and supporting materials by emailing them to our program manager, Edi Palau.

Subcontractors meeting qualification requirements may be approved and placed on a Pre-Qualified Subcontractor Vendor List for current and future Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), IIJA, DOE, LIHEAP, and other federally or state-funded energy efficiency, housing rehabilitation, and home repair projects administered by New North Carolina Project. Placement on the vendor list does not guarantee work but establishes eligibility to receive bid invitations and project opportunities during the contract period.

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This solicitation is being conducted in accordance with 2 CFR Part 200 Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance), applicable NC DEQ Weatherization Assistance Program policies and procedures, and all applicable federal, state, and local procurement requirements.

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New North Carolina Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Equal Opportunity Provider. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and economic opportunity in our contracting and procurement activities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Insurance Requirements for Contractors

Contractor shall maintain workers' compensation insurance in compliance with The North Carolina Workers' Compensation Act for all employees engaged in work under this agreement. Coverage shall remain in full force and effect for the duration of the contract. Contractor shall provide a current Certificate of Insurance evidencing workers' compensation coverage with minimum employer's liability limits of:

1. Worker’s Compensation – The Subcontractor shall provide and maintain Worker’s Compensation Insurance as required by the laws of North Carolina, as well as employer’s liability coverage and minimum limits of $300,000.00, covering all of Subcontractor’s employees who are engaged in any work under the contract. Sole proprietorships and partnerships with less than three (3) employees, in addition to the sole proprietor or partners, are not required to have Worker’s Compensation.

2. Commercial General Liability – General Liability Coverage on a Comprehensive Broad Form on an occurrence basis in the minimum amount of $100,000.00 Combined Single Limit of Limit. (Defense cost shall be in excess of the limit of liability.)

3. Automobile – Automobile Liability Insurance, to include liability coverage, covering all owned, hired and non-owned vehicles used in performance of the contract. The minimum combined single limit shall be $500,000.00 bodily injury and property damage; $500,000.00 uninsured/under insured motorist; and $1,000.00 medical payment.

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