Before you get started, you’ll need to confirm that your household is eligible for West Virginia’s Home Energy Rebate Programs. Eligibility is based on where you live, the type of upgrades you’re making, and your household income.
Who Can Apply
You may qualify if:
- Live in a home in West Virginia as your primary residence
- Can provide the required documentation for income, residency, and ownership or rental
- Plan to complete approved energy upgrades through the Home Efficiency Rebates (HER) or Home Electrification & Appliance Rebates (HEAR) programs
Both homeowners and renters are welcome to apply. Renters will need landlord authorization.
Required Documents
When you apply, you’ll be asked to provide documents that verify your household information. Having these ready will speed up the process.
Proof of Identification (one of the following):
- West Virginia Real ID or Driver’s License
- U.S. Passport or Passport Card
- Permanent Residency Card
Proof of Residency (two forms from different sources,
dated within the last 3 months):
- Utility bills
- Motor vehicle registration or documentation
- Government-issued documents (federal, state, or local)
- Employer or school records
Proof of Ownership (for homeowners):
- Settlement or mortgage statements
- Property deed or tax documents
- Homeowner’s insurance documents
Proof of Rental Authorization (for renters):
- Rental lease agreement
- Landlord/property management authorization form
- Low-income tenant protection form (if applicable)
- Landlords must also provide proof of ownership
Proof of Income:
- Most recent tax documents (1040, W-2, or 1099)
- Two recent pay stubs (within 60 days)
- Pay statement showing year-to-date (YTD) earnings
- Other accepted forms: unemployment benefits, Social Security, VA award letter, child support documentation
Income Eligibility
Rebate amounts are based on your household income compared to your county’s Area Median Income (AMI).
Low-income households may qualify for rebates covering up to 100% of project costs.
Example: A household in Kanawha County earning 70% AMI may qualify as low-income. This means their rebates could cover up to 100% of project costs, with no out-of-pocket expense.
Categorical Eligibility
Households with at least one member participating in certain federal or state benefit programs may qualify automatically through categorical eligibility. In this case, applicants may use a benefit letter as part of their application. Applicants who decide to use WAP, WIC, and ALICE may need to provide additional information to verify eligibility.
- Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
- Head Start
- Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
- Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
- Medicaid
- Lifeline Support for Affordable Communications (Lifeline)
- Housing Improvement Program (HIP)
- Asset Limited Income Constrained Employed (ALICE)
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Ready to Get Started?
Once you’ve gathered your documents, you can start your household qualification form. Your Regional Implementation Partner will review your information and guide you through the process.