Colorado Energy Office / Denver Metro Regional Office
Colorado Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is available to homeowners and renters in Denver, CO.
WAP provides free weatherization services to income-qualified Coloradans, prioritizing households with seniors, people with disabilities, children, or high energy burdens. For a family of 4, household income must be under approximately $78,062 (60% State Median Income). The Denver Metro Regional Office at 720-236-1321 serves Denver, Jefferson, Broomfield, and Gilpin counties.
Fully free to qualifying households. National average benefit is ~$6,500 in energy efficiency improvements and $300+/year in utility savings.
Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.
Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
In Denver, CO, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Denver, CO can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.
You will likely need a contractor to apply
Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Denver early keeps your application moving.
Get matched with a contractorEach program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.
This is a free, federally funded program that lowers your energy bills by improving your home's energy efficiency. After you qualify, a local agency does a free home energy audit and installs measures like attic insulation, air sealing, and heating system repair at no cost to you. The Colorado Energy Office runs it through a network of local community action agencies, so you apply through the agency that serves your county.
Steps to apply
Documents you will likely need
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Rolling, income verified annually
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Email us about this programFree weatherization (average ~$6,500/home).
Colorado Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is open to homeowners and renters in Denver, CO. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors.
Apply directly with Colorado Energy Office / Denver Metro Regional Office using the official program link on this page or call 720-236-1321. There is no middleman and no fee.
Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.
Rebates and discounts that stack on top of any grant. Most are free to use.
This is just one of many grants, rebates, and free programs available. Stack them together to maximize your savings.
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