HERR Benefit

Heating Equipment Repair &/or Replacement:

HERR (Home Equipment Repair and/or Replacement) benefits are scheduled to open on October 1, 2026.  The funds are extremely limited.  

At the time of application who own their own home where the heating equipment that requires repair or replacing is located. If there is more than one documented homeowner, at least one must be aged 60 or above at the time of application the homeowner must have owned and lived in their property over 12 months, and it is their primary residence.  Also, the unit must have worked in the past 12 months

Additional information on items related to the HERR program, Click Here. 

Also the department does not reimburse for customer payments. However, to expedite the job proposal process you can view or contact our approved participating vendor list, click here HEAP Participating Vendor Report

If you or your household is facing a heating equipment emergency contact 858-7644 for guidance.  Also, you may reach out to our TA Emergency Aid to Families or Adults 716-858-6252 or 211 Connect by dialing 211 or 1-888-696-9211.

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Click Here for an application.  Applications need to be addressed to the HERR Team for guidance.  Applications are encouraged to be in-person or faxed to 858-6765. You may mail the application however, it’s not encouraged, as the dwelling is in a heating emergency and mailing an application may create delays.