No-cost weatherization services from the Community Action Council of Howard County provide essential home upgrades to homeowners and renters throughout Maryland. Many people know the value of weatherization in the winter, when they are looking to keep cold temperatures out of their home. But weatherization has many summertime benefits as well!
The CAC provides residents of Maryland with Weatherization Assistance Program services that:
Keeping your energy bills low is essential, especially during the sweltering summer months when you need to run your AC. Here’s how weatherization can help you achieve energy efficiency:
Closing holes that allow air in and out of your home prevents energy waste. With reduced energy waste, your AC can run less often, leading to lower electricity bills.
Proper insulation keeps indoor temps consistent, reducing the need to run your AC all day. Insulating your home’s attic, walls, and floors can slow heat gain and loss, leading to energy bill savings.
Replacing or repairing your air conditioning will lower your cooling bills as the result of more efficiency operation.
Our Maryland weatherization programs create more comfortable homes during hot summer days:
Weatherization services prioritize your family’s health and safety in your home as well:
Air sealing and insulation minimize the entry of outdoor allergens, such as pollen and dust, helping to improve indoor air quality (IAQ). Newer or repaired heating and cooling equipment can also help filter our indoor pollutants.
As part of our weatherization program, we provide smoke detectors to ensure early detection of fires and protect your household. Properly installed and maintained smoke detectors can save lives by providing early warning in case of a fire emergency.
When we weatherize a home, we inspect your heating system to ensure safe operation and prevent carbon monoxide (CO) leaks. Come heating season, we’ll help keep your home free from hazards associated with malfunctioning heating equipment.
To take advantage of summer benefits and follow these simple steps to apply for CAC’s no-cost weatherization services:
Review our income eligibility criteria for the Weatherization Assistance Program in Maryland. You will need to meet certain income guidelines to participate.
You can fill out our brief online intake form by clicking the button below. We’ll ask you a few simple questions about your home and whether you participate in other assistance programs. Based on your responses, we may not need a full application from you, but if we do, we’ll guide you through the process.
If you are approved for the program, we’ll reach out to schedule a home assessment, where a qualified auditor will perform a series of tests to determine which weatherization services your home needs.
By participating, you can experience a more comfortable home that’s affordable to cool this summer. The sooner we can upgrade your house or apartment building, the sooner you’ll benefit from long-lasting improvements. Reach out today to get started.
