Pennsylvania LIHEAP Crisis Assistance

PA Department of Human Services

Available Energy Assistance

About This Program

Pennsylvania LIHEAP Crisis Assistance is available to homeowners and renters in Norristown, PA.

Emergency assistance for Pennsylvania households facing heating crisis such as broken furnace, termination notice, or low fuel. Provides utility payment assistance and emergency furnace repair up to $1,000.

Emergency grant varies by crisis type, average $600

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

In Norristown, PA, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Emergency grant up to $1,000 for heating crisis
  • Income at or below 150% federal poverty level
  • Covers furnace repair, utility shut-off prevention
  • Year-round availability
  • Apply through Montgomery County Assistance Office

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Norristown, PA 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 Norristown early keeps your application moving.

Get matched with a contractor

Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

Your application paperwork

Pennsylvania's LIHEAP Crisis program helps income-qualified households in a heating emergency, including broken or leaking heating equipment that must be fixed or replaced, a shut-off, or running low on fuel. Crisis grants run up to 1,000 dollars. You apply online through COMPASS, or report an emergency to your County Assistance Office if you already received a LIHEAP grant this season.

Steps to apply

  1. Confirm you have a heating emergency (broken equipment, shut-off, or less than a 15-day fuel supply) and meet the income limit.
  2. Apply for LIHEAP online at the Pennsylvania COMPASS site (you must apply to be considered for a crisis grant).
  3. If you already received a LIHEAP benefit this season, contact your local County Assistance Office to report the emergency.
  4. The program arranges the repair, replacement, or fuel delivery for the heating crisis.

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof of household income for everyone in the home.
  • A recent heating bill and proof of the heating emergency.
  • Proof you live at the address.
  • Social Security numbers for household members, as the application requires.

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: Year-round for heating emergencies

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Pennsylvania LIHEAP Crisis Assistance provide in Norristown, PA?

Up to $1,000 emergency utility grant.

Who qualifies for Pennsylvania LIHEAP Crisis Assistance in Norristown?

Pennsylvania LIHEAP Crisis Assistance is open to homeowners and renters in Norristown, PA. It prioritizes low-income households.

How do I apply for Pennsylvania LIHEAP Crisis Assistance in Norristown, PA?

Apply directly with PA Department of Human Services using the official program link on this page or call (866) 857-7095. There is no middleman and no fee.

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