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Manual J Load Calculator

Estimate heating and cooling loads for residential and light commercial spaces. Simple whole-home mode or advanced room-by-room breakdown. Get BTU requirements and recommended system size in tons.

Estimation tool only. Not a certified Manual J calculation. Always verify with a licensed engineer for permits and equipment specifications.
Building Information Simple
Location & Climate
Space Details
sq ft
ft
Construction Quality
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Load Results

Fill in the inputs and click
Calculate Load to see results.

Cooling Load
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Heating Load
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Recommended System Size
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Conditioned Area
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