Comfort Partners Program (New Jersey)
The Comfort Partners Program is a free energy-saving and education program in New Jersey that helps income-eligible residents reduce their utility bills while improving their home’s safety and comfort. It is run by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) in partnership with electric and natural gas utilities.
Benefits and Services
- Free Energy Efficiency Improvements and Education Program: Specialists visit your home to provide personalized energy education and install energy-saving equipment—such as insulation, heating and cooling systems, and lighting—at no cost.
- Energy Efficiency Improvements: The program provides various energy-saving measures at no cost, including:
- Adding insulation to the home
- Sealing air leaks to prevent drafts
- Installing energy-efficient lighting solutions
- Inspecting and tuning heating and cooling systems
- Installing water-saving devices
- Replacing old refrigerators
- Installing programmable thermostats
- Installation of water heater insulation and water-saving showerheads/adapters
- Potential waiver of utility arrears (subject to agreement on a payment plan)
Eligibility (2026)
Households with an income at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level and significant energy usage are eligible for the program. Additionally, beneficiaries of the following programs also qualify for services:
- Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP / LIHEAP)
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Lifeline Credit Program
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
- General Assistance (GA)
- Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)
- Universal Service Fund (USF)
- Medicaid
- Section 8 Housing Assistance
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Ratepayer Status: You must be the ratepayer of record for gas and electricity at your primary residence.
- New Construction Exclusion: Homes built less than 5 years ago or those still under a builder’s warranty are ineligible.
- Building Size: You must reside in a building with 14 units or fewer (e.g., apartments, townhouses; individual metering is required). Buildings with 15 or more units are excluded.
- For Homeowners: You must have owned the property for at least one year.
How to Apply
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