Are you currently in a building that has issues with heating and cooling? Are you running hot or cold rather than being comfortable? With the use of tools, like Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) Manual J calculation and design, we get the job done right the first time.
At HVAC Essentials, we have the knowledge and experience to get your building feeling just right.
Manual J calculates your building’s specific demand for heating and cooling energy using standardized tables. This calculation takes into account how much heat needs to be added to your home to stay comfortable when outside temperatures are at their coldest, and, conversely, how much heat needs to be removed from your home to stay comfortable when outside temperatures are at their hottest. A room by room method is preferred because it calculates the energy needs for each room and compares the data across rooms. This leads to more accurate and tailored climate control.
There are several reasons why it is important to have a Manual J design done for a building.
Some jurisdictions require Manual J whenever new HVAC design is being executed. Submit your building plans and desired equipment and we’ll do the rest. Guaranteed approval from your permit office.
Ensure proper unit size to avoid a humid or hot home. We help calculate unit size in Manual S based on calculations from Manual J, which takes into account factors such as window size, house positioning and more.
The information provided by Manual J informs Manual D, which determines duct size and configuration. Keep air flowing efficiently from room to room, helping to maintain a comfortable and balanced home.
At HVAC Essentials, we’re here and available nationwide to help you with your Manual J calculation.