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project:HOMES, established in 1992, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of housing and living conditions for low-income individuals across central Virginia. Their comprehensive range of services include affordable housing development, home repairs, accessibility modifications, and energy efficiency improvements.

As the local provider for the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), project:HOMES serve 34 counties and cities, offering no-cost energy improvements. Their services aim to reduce energy consumption and lower monthly operating costs to improve comfort and safety. Common services include adding insulation, sealing air leaks, testing carbon monoxide levels, installing ventilation fans, repairing ducts, upgrading heating and cooling systems, and installing energy-efficient lighting.

project:HOMES has partnered with Dominion Energy for the last decade to administer the Energy Share program in their service area, helping residents save energy and money with a suite of energy efficient upgrades available to qualifying Dominion customers. As part of this ongoing collaboration, they successfully completed over 100 solar photovoltaic (PV) installations for Dominion clients in the past year, furthering their commitment to sustainable energy solutions in the region.

With a holistic approach to client care, project:HOMES strives to incorporate multiple programs when possible, maximizing support for homeowners and renters. Their comprehensive efforts empower individuals to live more comfortably, safely, and independently in their homes, ensuring long-term energy savings and improved quality of life for the local population.

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