Energy Services
Energy Services
The Energy and Environmental Services Division is committed to assisting low to moderate income households reduce their energy burden, improve the health and safety conditions of occupied housing and to foster client self-sufficiency. In support of these goals, we provide the following services in Humboldt County: energy efficiency retrofits, health and safety repairs, utility and energy assistance, lead-based paint abatement, client education & advocacy, and other services to people in need.
We also serve Modoc County eligible residents once per year for weatherization services only.
Heating Help
Call (707) 444-3834 on Monday mornings between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. if you haven't already received assistance from us in the past year. If you have a shut-off notice from PG&E (15 day & 48 hour), also call this number, (707) 444-3834 on Monday mornings between 9:00 and 12:00.
Please be patient. If you get a busy signal, just keep hitting redial as everyone who needs assistance is calling this number during this time. When our appointment slots are filled for the week, you will hear a recording advising to call back next week.
** For eligibility questions, call (707) 444-3831 X201 or 206. Please leave a message with your name and phone number if we do not pick up, we will call you back.
Beginning January 3, 2023
** SENIOR or Homebound clients: sign up is January 2 - April 30. If you are not on the list from previous years, call (707) 444-3831 ext. 201 to have your name added to the 2023 Senior and Homebound/Disabled List. Please leave a message with your name and phone number if we do not pick up, we will call you back.
Weatherization
RCAA crews employ the latest technology to identify the most energy saving methods for reducing energy waste, air pollution and related energy costs for the client. Crews also test appropriate appliances for health and safety issues.
Some of the measures we may offer include:
- Carbon Monoxide testing of all combustion appliances
- Installation of a Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Minor home repairs such as: repairing or replacing broken doors, windows, and other health and safety related issues
- Lighting Retrofits including: Replacement of standard light bulbs with energy-saving compact fluorescent light (CFL) and LED bulbs, or hard wired fluorescent fixtures
- Replacement of standard shower head and faucet aerators with water-saving devices
- Replacement of inefficient refrigerators (that are manufactured prior to 1998) with an Energy Star refrigerator
- Installation of range hoods in mobile homes, as needed
- Installation of a programmable thermostat when possible
- Duct repair and replacement.
- Installation of attic, floor, and duct insulation to reduce heat loss
- Heater and Water heater repairs/replacements.
- Microwave Replacement
- Toilets
As the cold weather approaches, most families across the country are turning up their thermostats to combat dropping temperatures. For low-income families, however, cranking up the heat is not always an option. These families pay 14.4% or more of their annual incomes for energy compared with only 3.3% for other non low-income families. The Weatherization Program is available to help make low-income households more energy efficient.
Monthly Income Guidelines for 2023
- Family of 1: $2,700.17
- Family of 2: $3,531.00
- Family of 3: $4,361.83
- Family of 4: $5,192.75
- Family of 5: $6,023.59
Online Forms
Please speak with staff at the Energy office before downloading these forms. Application documents submitted without having done so cannot be accepted.
- Landlord Form 515B: For renters, this form must be completed by the property owner.
- Occupant Form 515A: Whether you rent or own, this form must be completed.
- Self Employment Statement: This must be completed by self-employed applicants.
- Zero Income 43B: For applicants without an income, this form must be completed.