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Manual J Requirements in Hawaii

Is Manual J required in Hawaii?

YESHawaii has adopted 2015 IECC which requires HVAC loads be calculated per ACCA Manual J for new construction and major renovations.

Energy Code
2015 IECC
Climate Zones
1A
Major Cities
Honolulu, Pearl City, Hilo
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Hawaii Energy Code & Manual J

Current Adopted Code

Hawaii has adopted 2015 IECC as the statewide energy code for residential construction.

HVAC sizing per ACCA Manual J
Duct design per ACCA Manual D
Equipment selection per ACCA Manual S

What Hawaii Building Departments Require

  • Manual J load calculation report
  • Equipment sizing documentation
  • Professional-quality PDF format
  • Climate zone and design temp data

Hawaii Climate Zones & Design Temperatures

IECC Climate Zone
1A

Covers the entire state including Honolulu and Pearl City

Manual J Requirements by Hawaii City

Honolulu
Zone 1A
Pearl City
Zone 1A
Hilo
Zone 1A
Kailua
Zone 1A
Waipahu
Zone 1A

How to Get a Manual J Calculation in Hawaii

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Local Hawaii Contractors

  • Turnaround: 3-7 days
  • $Typical cost: $150-400
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DIY Software

  • Time: 30+ minutes per calc
  • $Cost: $5-200+/month
  • CoolCalc, Wrightsoft, etc.
  • Requires manual data entry

Hawaii Manual J FAQ

How much does a Manual J calculation cost in Hawaii?

Local Hawaii contractors typically charge $150-400 for Manual J calculations. AutoHVAC offers your first Manual J calculation completely FREE with permit-ready results in 60 seconds — no credit card required.

Is a Manual J calculation required in Hawaii?

Yes. Hawaii follows 2015 IECC which requires heating and cooling loads be calculated per ACCA Manual J for permits on new construction and major HVAC work.

Where can I get a Manual J calculation in Hawaii?

You can get a free Manual J calculation for Hawaii instantly at AutoHVAC — upload your blueprint and receive a permit-ready report in 60 seconds. Alternatively, local Hawaii HVAC contractors charge $150-400 with 3-7 day turnaround, or you can use DIY software like Wrightsoft or CoolCalc ($5-200+/month).

What climate zone is Hawaii in for Manual J?

Hawaii includes IECC climate zone 1A. This zone covers the entire state including Honolulu, Pearl City, Hilo. Climate zone data determines design temperatures and insulation requirements used in Manual J calculations.

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