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Manual J Requirements in Maine

Is Manual J required in Maine?

YESMaine 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
6A, 7
Major Cities
Portland, Lewiston, Bangor
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Maine Energy Code & Manual J

Current Adopted Code

Maine 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 Maine Building Departments Require

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

Maine Climate Zones & Design Temperatures

IECC Climate Zone
6A

Primary zone covering Portland and surrounding areas

IECC Climate Zone
7

Additional zone in Maine

Manual J Requirements by Maine City

Portland
Zone 6A
Lewiston
Zone 6A
Bangor
Zone 6A
South Portland
Zone 6A
Auburn
Zone 6A

How to Get a Manual J Calculation in Maine

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  • Turnaround: 3-7 days
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  • Time: 30+ minutes per calc
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  • Requires manual data entry

Maine Manual J FAQ

How much does a Manual J calculation cost in Maine?

Local Maine 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 Maine?

Yes. Maine 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 Maine?

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

Maine includes IECC climate zones 6A, 7. Zone 6A is most common, covering cities like Portland, Lewiston, Bangor. Climate zone data determines design temperatures and insulation requirements used in Manual J calculations.

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