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Manual J Requirements in Maryland

Is Manual J required in Maryland?

YESMaryland has adopted 2021 IECC which requires HVAC loads be calculated per ACCA Manual J for new construction and major renovations.

Energy Code
2021 IECC
Climate Zones
4A, 5A
Major Cities
Baltimore, Columbia, Germantown
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Maryland Energy Code & Manual J

Current Adopted Code

Maryland has adopted 2021 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 Maryland Building Departments Require

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

Maryland Climate Zones & Design Temperatures

IECC Climate Zone
4A

Primary zone covering Baltimore and surrounding areas

IECC Climate Zone
5A

Additional zone in Maryland

Manual J Requirements by Maryland City

Baltimore
Zone 4A
Columbia
Zone 4A
Germantown
Zone 4A
Silver Spring
Zone 4A
Waldorf
Zone 4A

How to Get a Manual J Calculation in Maryland

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  • Turnaround: 3-7 days
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  • Time: 30+ minutes per calc
  • $Cost: $5-200+/month
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  • Requires manual data entry

Maryland Manual J FAQ

How much does a Manual J calculation cost in Maryland?

Local Maryland 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 Maryland?

Yes. Maryland follows 2021 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 Maryland?

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

Maryland includes IECC climate zones 4A, 5A. Zone 4A is most common, covering cities like Baltimore, Columbia, Germantown. Climate zone data determines design temperatures and insulation requirements used in Manual J calculations.

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