There are over 55 window replacement programs & grants, plus 103 local resources in Illinois. You can find them below, along with their description, how the programs work and where to get more information and apply.
Updated: February 13, 2025
What are the window replacement programs in Illinois?
There are many official programs available for windows replacement in Illinois.
> Common Window Problems in Illinois
> Weatherization Assistance Program
> LIHEAP
> Federal Window Replacement Program
> Illinois Counties and Cities
Each program provides funding their own ways, target different groups of homeowners and help you fund window replacement in various ways.
Window replacement programs eligibility
| Cities & Suburbs | Rural | |
|---|---|---|
| Low income | WAP, LIHEAP, Tax credits, cities & counties, State | USDA, Tax Credits, WAP, LIHEAP, cities & counties, State |
|
Medium/High income |
Tax credits, Traditional loans, State. | USDA, Tax credits, Traditional loans, State. |
Important reminder: Programs such as Weatherization, LIHEAP, plus city or county assistance programs determine eligibility based on the median income of your location in Illinois. This means that even if you have a moderate income, you might qualify for these programs if you live in a wealthier area, which would otherwise be considered low-income programs.
Common Illinois home windows problems
The climate and older homes play a role in windows degradation. Homes in Illinois are not exempt from these facts and it regularly cause financial problems for homeowners when it’s time to replace windows.
- Extreme temperatures: Illinois experiences both very hot summers and very cold winters. This can put a strain on window components, accelerating wear and tear on frames, seals, and hardware.
- Frequent freeze-thaw cycles: The constant freeze-thaw cycles that occur in Illinois, especially during spring and fall, can be particularly damaging to windows. Moisture can expand when it freezes, putting stress on window frames and seals, which can lead to cracks and leaks.
- High winds: Strong winds are common in Illinois during storms. This can put pressure on windows and cause them to become misaligned or damaged or simply lead to breaks from debris.
- Hail storms: Hail can easily break window glass, especially in older or single-pane windows. These storms are more frequent in some parts of Illinois.
- Aging homes: The median age of Illinois homes is 55 years old. Lots of home have windows that are toward the end of their life span and will need to be replaced.
Weatherization Assistance: WAP (103 resources)
What is WAP?
WAP aims to reduce energy costs for homeowners, and one of the measures is window replacement for energy efficient windows. To learn more about eligibility or to apply for the Illinois window replacement program, contact your local WAP organization (see below).
Who is WAP for?
The program target low-income families, including the elderly and disabled, by making their homes more energy-efficient.
What else WAP can do for your home?
It can help replace or fix the following:
- – Air infiltration with weather stripping, caulking, thresholds, minor repairs to walls, ceilings and floors, and doors and windows replacement.
- – Install attic and floor insulation
- – Install attic ventilation
- – Apply solar reflective coating to manufactured homes
- – Install solar screens
- – Repair or replace inefficient heating and cooling units
- – Repair or replace water heaters
| Spent per Home | Homes Weatherized | Budget | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois |
$8,000 |
11,228 | $127M |
Where can I apply?
In Illinois, WAP is managed locally by the counties, cities and also often by Community Action Partnership organizations. You find information about your county or city here, and you can find your local can find your local Community Action organization here.
Illinois LIHEAP (1 program)
What’s LIHEAP?
Illinois’ LIHEAP program (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) provides funding to help low-income households with energy-related bills. It can help residents with heating bills in the winter and cooler bills in summer. It occasionally offers assistance for window replacements to improve energy efficiency which reduce energy bills.
Who is LIHEAP for?
LIHEAP provides funding to help low-income households with energy-related bills. It can help with heating bills in the winter and cooling bills in summer. It occasionally offers assistance for window replacements to improve energy efficiency, which reduces energy bills. Find your local LIHEAP organization below to check eligibility for the government window replacement program.
What are LIHEAP eligibility requirements?
There are only a few:
- – 1 your household income (monthly and yearly) and number of people living there.
- – Energy bill, Utility termination notice, Photo ID, Social security ID, etc.
Who is my local organization managing LIHEAP in Illinois?
Find your closest organization here.
Illinois Rural residents (1 program)
This USDA program provides loans and grants to very-low-income homeowners to repair, improve or modernize their homes or grants to elderly very-low-income homeowners to remove health and safety hazards. Window replacement are part of this program.
Contact your local USDA office for more details for the 2025 government window replacement program Illinois.
How much money can I get?
- – Maximum loan is $40,000
- – Maximum grant is $10,000
- – Loans and grants can be combined.
Contact your local USDA office
Windows Tax Credits (1 program)
The Federal Inflation Reduction Act gives Illinois homeowners tax credits when you update part of your home for energy efficiency and windows are included in this tax credits.
What’s covered and what are the tax credits?
Illinois homeowners can claim 30% of the cost associated with the follow renovations (windows replacement are included):
| Windows and skylights: | Credit max of $600 |
| Exterior doors: | Credit max of $500 ($250 per door) |
| Electric panel upgrades: | Credit max of $600 |
| Air source heat pumps: | Credit max of $2,000 |
| Heat pump water heaters: | Credit max of $2,000 |
| Central air conditioners: | Credit max of $600 |
| Insulation: | Credit max of $1,200 |
| Certified energy audit: | Credit max of $150 |
Federal Window Replacement Program (5 programs)
There are a few resources counting for federal window replacement programs:
- – WAP is a federal program available and managed locally in Illinois.
- – USDA loans and grants programs, which cover windows.
- – Federal tax credit covering window placement
- – Tittle 1 and 203(k) loans: both help homeowners with not enough equity get a loan to do repair and improvements.
Illinois counties and cities (50+ programs)
Over half of counties and all major cities have programs covering windows replacement in Illinois. You can find them all on this Illinois home improvement grant resource. The can find window program for the following counties with this resource:
– Cook County, Chicago
– DuPage County, Naperville
– Lake County, Waukegan
– Will County, Joliet
– Kane County, Aurora
– McHenry County, Crystal Lake
– Winnebago County – Rockford
If you live in a rural area, look below for related rural resources.
Frequent Questions: Window Replacement Programs
Is there a window replacement program for seniors in Illinois?
There’s no specific window replacement program for seniors only. Seniors can apply to all programs found on this page.
What is the window replacement rebate in Illinois?
Most utilities will offer you rebates when you change windows for energy efficient windows.
Call or visit your utility site to see if they offer rebates for window replacement.