1. Application Review – Your application will be reviewed and processed.
2. Waiting List Placement – Applications are placed on a waiting list for Weatherization services.
3. Pre-Inspection – You may receive a pre-inspection to determine if an energy audit can be scheduled.
4. Energy Audit Scheduling – You will be contacted to schedule an Energy Audit of your residence. This inspection typically takes 1–2 hours. The auditor will need access to all areas of the dwelling, including the attic and basement. An adult must be present during the audit.
5. Audit Analysis – Results from the Energy Audit are entered into the National Energy Audit Tool (NEAT) to determine which Weatherization energy-saving measures can be performed.
6. Eligibility Notification – If your property does not qualify, a Deferral or Denial letter will be mailed.
7. Work Agreement – If eligible, you will receive a detailed Work Agreement outlining the Weatherization measures for your home.
8. Work Order Processing – After signed paperwork is returned, your file is sent to the Production Department to issue work orders to our subcontractors.
9. Weatherization Improvements – You will be contacted to schedule appointments for the installation of energy-saving measures.
10. Final Inspection – A final inspection is conducted with the homeowner to verify that all measures have been completed correctly according to program specifications. Some dwellings may receive an additional quality control inspection after project completion.

No-Cost Weatherization Services

La Casa de Esperanza’s Weatherization Program is completely free for low-income homeowners and renters in Jefferson, Waukesha, and Milwaukee Counties. While typical households spend 3.5% of annual income on energy, low-income households often spend nearly 14%.

Thanks to the efforts of our Weatherization team, numerous homes have received energy efficiency improvements, helping low-income families reduce energy costs and save money.