Town of Montague Offers Free Winserts for Income-Eligible Residents — Limited Supply!
Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
Warmth, Comfort, and Lower Heating Bills - No Cost to You: The Town of Montague is offering free custom Winserts to income-eligible households across all five villages. Winserts are reusable, transparent interior window inserts that reduce heat loss by up to 50% and significantly decrease drafts. They fit snugly inside existing window frames without causing any damage and can be easily installed or removed.
Apply Now For Free Winserts: https://forms.gle/QQXiv65tHkRCnXnh6
What Are Winserts? Winserts are custom-built interior window inserts designed to block drafts and lower heating costs. Key benefits include:
- Reduces heat loss by up to 50%
- Significantly cutting window drafts
- Snug fit - no damage to window frames
- No hardware needed - Easily removable and reusable
Who Is Eligible? This pilot program is open to income-eligible residents of Montague, including all five villages: Turners Falls, Millers Falls, Montague Center, Montague City, and Lake Pleasant. Both renters and homeowners are encouraged to apply. Since Winserts cause no damage and require no hardware, renters would not need landlord permission.
Income eligibility: Household gross annual income must be below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI). Income limits by household size are:
| Household Size | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| 80% Income Limit | $67,300 | $76,900 | $86,500 | $96,100 | $103,800 | $111,500 |
2025 Income Limits for Franklin County: https://www.mhp.net/assets/resources/documents/one__income_limits.pdf
| If you are not qualified or interested in having a winsert in your home but would like to volunteer for a Community Build event to help make them, sign-up via: https://forms.gle/oo8iqL4GnCmPtvdw8 |
How It Works: Recipients will participate in building their own Winserts alongside community volunteers at a Community Build event. No experience or tools are required — everything is provided, and the process is simple and fun! This hands-on activity fosters community connections, promotes sustainability, and includes snacks!
If you have physical or other limitations, accommodations will be made. Please inform us when you apply. For questions, email: winserts@montague-ma.gov
A Note on Durability: While Winserts are built to last, the plastic film can be vulnerable to sharp objects or pet claws, which may cause tears. To prevent damage, households often choose to skip the insert on pet’s favorite windows, hang curtains over the lower section, or secure a piece of plexiglass over it.
Apply Now: Apply for Free Winserts: https://forms.gle/QQXiv65tHkRCnXnh6
Questions? Email: winserts@montague-ma.gov
Volunteer at a Community Build Event: Help your neighbors stay warm! We’re seeking volunteers to assist with building Winserts at upcoming Community Build events. It’s a great opportunity to meet neighbors, learn a new skill, and give back — no experience or tools needed.
Upcoming Build Dates: All events run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Montague Town Hall Annex, 1 Avenue A, Turners Falls:
- Saturday, April 25th
- Saturday, May 16th
- Saturday, June 13th
What to Expect
- No experience or tools required: We provide all the tools and training you need. The process is straightforward and easy to learn!
- Friendly atmosphere: It's a very laid-back, "come as you are" environment.
- Food: Snacks and refreshments will be available to keep everyone fueled throughout the morning. Please let us know if you have any food allergens or restrictions. Email: winserts@montague-ma.gov
If you can’t attend but want to help in other ways, you can indicate that on the sign-up form.
Sign Up to Volunteer: https://forms.gle/oo8iqL4GnCmPtvdw8
Funding & Administration: This pilot program was selected for implemented by the Montague MVP 2.0 Core Team! Funding is provided by a Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness grant from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA). This pilot program is administered by the Town of Montague Department of Planning and Conservation.
Questions or comments? Email: winserts@montague-ma.gov
Posted: to Planning Department on Tue, Apr 7, 2026
Updated: Tue, Apr 7, 2026