Energy Assistance Program
You May Qualify for More Help
Qualifying for Energy Assistance gives you access to other benefits:
Emergency Crisis Assistance
To qualify for emergency crisis assistance the household must have no heat or will have no heat by the end of the next working day.
- The preapproved range to alleviate the crisis is $300 to $750 (exact benefit amount will be determined during the application appointment).
- The maximum amount allowed for deliverable fuel requests is the minimum fill plus trip charge (when applicable).
- The maximum amount for natural gas and electric requests is the utility’s required down payment.
Crisis Prevention Assistance
Prevention Assistance is at the discretion of the County. The current funded crisis assistance plans that are available at the time of your appointment.
Requires a payment on heating bill at least $35 in the previous three months to be eligible for any heating or electric related prevention assistance payment on the associated bill. There is a maximum of 7 emergency crisis benefits, but you still may receive other types of benefits.
Heating System Repair or Replacement
If you are approved for Energy Assistance, you may also be approved for a furnace repair or replacement, during our heating season (October 1 through May 15), dial 211 at any time, 24-hours-per-day, 7-days-per-week, and we will help you repair, or even replace when necessary, your non-operating heating system.
Homeowners who qualify for WHEAP benefits can qualify for furnace repair. Renters can qualify. Your landlord must also be eligible for WHEAP.
Fuel Oil or Other Bulk Fuel
Bulk fuels like propane and fuel oil often require a minimum order for the fuel company to deliver and the need never arises at a convenient time. Crisis Assistance may be available to help you meet the minimum order cost.
Weatherization Program
One of the best ways to make sure your energy bills stay where you can afford them is to make sure your home uses energy efficiently. Your local weatherization agency can help you insulate your home and water heater, install energy-efficient lighting, reduce air leakage and replace old and inefficient appliances and heating systems. The Weatherization Program targets homes with excessive energy use and homes with elderly or disabled residents, or young children (under six years old).
We can insulate attics and walls, install energy efficient lighting and thermostats, seal up air leaks and provide money-saving tips on maintenance and conservation.
Milwaukee County Energy Assistance in the News