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Manual J Requirements in Nebraska

Is Manual J required in Nebraska?

YESNebraska 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
5A
Major Cities
Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue
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Nebraska Energy Code & Manual J

Current Adopted Code

Nebraska 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 Nebraska Building Departments Require

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

Nebraska Climate Zones & Design Temperatures

IECC Climate Zone
5A

Covers the entire state including Omaha and Lincoln

Manual J Requirements by Nebraska City

Omaha
Zone 5A
Lincoln
Zone 5A
Bellevue
Zone 5A
Grand Island
Zone 5A
Kearney
Zone 5A

How to Get a Manual J Calculation in Nebraska

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Local Nebraska Contractors

  • Turnaround: 3-7 days
  • $Typical cost: $150-400
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  • Time: 30+ minutes per calc
  • $Cost: $5-200+/month
  • CoolCalc, Wrightsoft, etc.
  • Requires manual data entry

Nebraska Manual J FAQ

How much does a Manual J calculation cost in Nebraska?

Local Nebraska 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 Nebraska?

Yes. Nebraska 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 Nebraska?

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

Nebraska includes IECC climate zone 5A. This zone covers the entire state including Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue. Climate zone data determines design temperatures and insulation requirements used in Manual J calculations.

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