Energy Efficiency Services
Lower your energy bills, improve comfort, and prepare your home for the future. Making Opportunity Count’s Energy Efficiency Services offer no-cost upgrades for income-eligible households, including weatherization improvements, heating system repairs or replacements, and electrification options. Together, these services make homes safer, healthier, and more affordable to maintain year-round.
About Our Energy Efficiency Services
At Making Opportunity Count, our Energy Efficiency Services program provides a comprehensive approach to lowering energy costs, improving home comfort, and creating safer living environments for income-eligible households across North Central Massachusetts.
Through a combination of weatherization, heating system support, and electrification upgrades, we help families reduce monthly utility bills while making homes healthier and more sustainable. Services are tailored to each household’s unique needs, starting with a professional energy audit that identifies where improvements will make the biggest difference.
Our Services
Energy Efficiency Services combine weatherization, heating system upgrades, electrification supports, and health and safety improvements. All services are free to income-eligible households and tailored to each home’s unique needs.
Weatherization
Professional energy audits identify leaks and inefficiencies. Upgrades may include attic, wall, and basement insulation, air sealing, and ventilation improvements—helping homes stay warmer in winter and cooler in summer while lowering energy bills.
Heating System Support
Through the Heating System Repair and Replacement Program (HEARTWAP), families can access safety inspections, tune-ups, or replacements for unsafe or inefficient furnaces, boilers, or water heaters. No household should go without safe, reliable heat.
Electrification
Households may be eligible for high-efficiency electric upgrades such as heat pumps, as part of Massachusetts’ clean energy transition. Electrification reduces reliance on fossil fuels, lowers long-term costs, and prepares homes for a more sustainable future.
Health & Safety Upgrades
Beyond energy savings, services also include carbon monoxide testing, ventilation checks, and minor repairs to keep homes safe. These upgrades protect families’ health while ensuring efficiency measures work as intended.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for energy efficiency services?
Eligibility is based on household income, home type, and prior services. Our team will review your information and help determine what programs you may qualify for.
Do I need to own my home to receive services?
Homeowners are eligible for services. Renters may also qualify, but both the tenant and landlord must agree and sign a Landlord-Tenant Agreement before work can begin.
What is a home energy assessment?
A home energy assessment is a visit from a certified inspector who looks at how your home uses energy. They check things like insulation, air leaks, windows, and your heating system to find ways to improve comfort and reduce energy costs.
What happens during the assessment?
The inspector will need access to all areas of your home, including the attic and basement. They may run tests to check for air leaks and evaluate your heating system. They will review general findings with you and explain next steps.
How long does it take to receive services?
After your assessment, it can take several weeks to a few months for work to be scheduled, depending on demand and contractor availability. Our team will keep you updated throughout the process.
What types of improvements might be made?
Improvements may include insulation, air sealing, weatherstripping, and other upgrades that help your home stay comfortable and energy efficient.
What if I have no heat or my system is unsafe?
If you have no heat or an unsafe system, contact us right away. Emergency services are available during the heating season (November–April), and we will work to respond as quickly as possible.
Do I need to be enrolled in Fuel Assistance?
Yes, Fuel Assistance eligibility is required for certain services, including emergency heating repairs. If you are not enrolled, our team can help you apply.
What if I’ve received services before?
Some services may only be available if your home has not received similar work within the past five years. Our team can review your history and let you know what may still be available.
Will I have to pay for these services?
Most services are provided at no cost to eligible households. The scope and value of work may vary depending on your home’s needs.
Our Impact
Last year, Energy Efficiency Services improved more than 1,000 homes through weatherization, heating system upgrades, and electrification projects—reducing energy bills and improving safety for families across North Central Massachusetts.
Location Information
Energy Efficiency Services are available across North Central Massachusetts. Contact us to confirm eligibility and begin the application process.
Energy Efficiency Services
601 River St
Fitchburg, MA 01420
Phone: 978-342-7025
Email: energyservices@mocinc.org
Services Provided
- Free home energy assessments & upgrades
- Heating system repair & replacement (HEARTWAP)
- Electrification and clean energy technologies
Have questions? Need help? Let’s get in touch.
We’re here to answer any questions you have. Just reach out and a Making Opportunity Count employee will be happy to chat about how our organization can support you.
Phone: 978-342-7025
Email: energyservices@mocinc.org
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