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Apply for LIHEAP help with home energy costs

LIHEAP can help an eligible low-income household pay home energy bills, handle an energy crisis, or improve energy efficiency.

Costsfree · a few hours · one habit change
Getsmoderate money benefit
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What it costs

Time to find the local LIHEAP office, check the household rules, and provide income and energy-bill information.

What you get

LIHEAP can help eligible low-income households with home energy costs, energy crises, and energy-related home repairs or improvements.

Notes

States, territories, and tribes run their own programs and decide application procedures. The amount and type of help depend on the household's income, size, energy costs, and local program rules.

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