Oil-to-Electric (Clean Heat) Program

If you currently heat your home using an oil furnace, then you're aware of the increasing costs associated with this heating system. Through the Oil-to-Electric program, our goal is to help lower your home's energy usage and reduce your utility costs by converting your oil furnace to an electric heating system. The Office of Housing receives funds from federal, state, and local sources to provide these improvements for FREE.

If youre eligible for our program, improvements could include:

• Oil-to-electric heated furnace conversion.
• Oil tank decommission.
• General health and safety inspections.

Additionally, you may automatically qualify for improvements through our Weatherization Program after participating in the Oil-to-Electric program.

How much can I save with this program?

With this program, you can expect to save an average of $24,000 annually.

You are eligible if you:

• Live in Seattle city limits or are a Seattle City Light customer.
• Eligibility will depend on income. The program has different income eligibility thresholds depending on the heat source (electricity, gas, or oil) and whether the housing is renter- or owner-occupied.

        For more information, view the Weatherization and Home Repair Limits.

Download Weatherization / Oil-to-Electric Application Form

Clean Heat services are provided through federal, state, and local utility funding. All Clean Heat work is contracted and managed by the HomeWise Program and is FREE of charge for eligible households. Before applying, see if you are eligible for the Clean Heat Program by viewing the Income Limits page.

To apply to our program: 

1. Download our Oil-to-Electric application, then mail us a completed copy.
   Seattle Office of Housing
   Attn: Oil-to-Electric Applications
   PO Box 94725
   Seattle, WA, 98124-4725
   
   
2. If you cannot print out the application, call or email our team to request that a physical application be mailed to you.
   • Email Instructions: In your message, please tell us your property address, what kind of heating system you have, and if you’re a recipient of a letter from the Office of Housing or another agency.
     
     
3. Apply online.
   Please note that by choosing this option, you will have to create an account to complete the digital application and have digital copies of the requested documents ready to upload. If you have an existing account with Seattle City Light or Seattle Public Utilities, you can log in with your existing account information to complete the digital application.  

After you submit your application 
If you are eligible, you will receive a phone call to schedule a time for a comprehensive home energy audit conducted by a trained and certified Property Rehabilitation Specialist from our HomeWise team. Our Specialist will identify potential energy-saving, health, and safety measures to be completed on your home during the audit. Then, our team will select and manage a private contractor to perform the work. After you apply and get approved, you can leave the rest to our team!

Documents you may need if you apply online

• Self Employment Income Worksheet
• Declaration of No Income Form (requires notary signature) 

HomeWise Team
Email: Healthyhome@seattle.gov
Phone: (206) 684-0244