Economic Stimulus Goal: Weatherizing 2 Million Homes Across the Country in 2009 President Obama has set a goal of weatherizing two million homes across the country this year, with funds for the project potentially coming from the economic stimulus bill that was recently signed into law. The prospect has local officials excited.

Homes that undergo weatherization receive a full inspection to determine areas of heat loss, such as old windows, doors that aren't properly sealed and insulation. Up to 6,500 dollars in repairs are covered under the weatherization program at no cost to the homeowner.

It's not just for homeowners, either. Renters can get a release for weatherization signed by their landlord in order to get improvements made. By law, landlords cannot raise rent because of the improvements for two years.

Contact:
AMCAB Housing Services
1125 Commerce Drive
Marquette, MI 49855
(906) 228-6522 or 1 (800) 562-9762
Fax: (906) 228-6527
http://www.amcab.org/housing/

See Also:
Stimulus money could help reach more people
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