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Manual J Requirements in Indiana

Is Manual J required in Indiana?

YESIndiana has adopted 2018 IECC which requires HVAC loads be calculated per ACCA Manual J for new construction and major renovations.

Energy Code
2018 IECC
Climate Zones
4A, 5A
Major Cities
Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Evansville
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Indiana Energy Code & Manual J

Current Adopted Code

Indiana has adopted 2018 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 Indiana Building Departments Require

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

Indiana Climate Zones & Design Temperatures

IECC Climate Zone
4A

Primary zone covering Indianapolis and surrounding areas

IECC Climate Zone
5A

Additional zone in Indiana

Manual J Requirements by Indiana City

Indianapolis
Zone 4A
Fort Wayne
Zone 4A
Evansville
Zone 4A
South Bend
Zone 4A
Carmel
Zone 4A

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Indiana Manual J FAQ

How much does a Manual J calculation cost in Indiana?

Local Indiana 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 Indiana?

Yes. Indiana follows 2018 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 Indiana?

You can get a free Manual J calculation for Indiana instantly at AutoHVAC — upload your blueprint and receive a permit-ready report in 60 seconds. Alternatively, local Indiana 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 Indiana in for Manual J?

Indiana includes IECC climate zones 4A, 5A. Zone 4A is most common, covering cities like Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Evansville. Climate zone data determines design temperatures and insulation requirements used in Manual J calculations.

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