WAP Application Instructions


Applying for the Pennsylvania Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is a fairly easy process. All one needs to do is to contact his or her nearest Pennsylvania Weatherization Assistance Program local agency where they will meet with a program representative, fill out an application form, and submit the required verification documents as specified by the program representative. You can locate your nearest Pennsylvania Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) agency by following this link: www.newpa.com/community/weather (Pennsylvania WAP Local community agencies).

Upon successful completion of the application process applicants will start receiving the benefits of WAP in Pennsylvania.


Eligibility Requirements


In order to qualify for the Pennsylvania Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), applicants need to meet a set of pre-determined eligibility requirements. These eligibility requirements are divided into:

  • Income eligibility requirements

  • Residential eligibility requirements

  • Participation n other social service program

Pennsylvania Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)-Income Eligibility Requirements

Applicants for the Pennsylvania Weatherization Assistance Program must have an income that is either less than or equal to the specified income maximums as per the program’s income guidelines. This income guideline is based on the total income before tax and is highlighted on this link: www.newpa.com/energy-conservation-and-weatherization (Pennsylvania Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) Income Eligibility Guidelines)

Pennsylvania Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)-Residential Eligibility Requirements

Applicants for the Pennsylvania Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) must be residents of the state of Pennsylvania and either US nationals or registered legal aliens.

Participation in Other Social Service Programs

Applicants to the Pennsylvania Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), currently participating in other social service programs such as SSI, TANF, LIHEAP and AID for families with children are considered automatically eligible. This stems from the fact that these programs share similar eligibility requirements with the Pennsylvania Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP).