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Manual J Requirements in Rhode Island

Is Manual J required in Rhode Island?

YESRhode Island 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
Providence, Warwick, Cranston
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Rhode Island Energy Code & Manual J

Current Adopted Code

Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island Building Departments Require

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

Rhode Island Climate Zones & Design Temperatures

IECC Climate Zone
5A

Covers the entire state including Providence and Warwick

Manual J Requirements by Rhode Island City

Providence
Zone 5A
Warwick
Zone 5A
Cranston
Zone 5A
Pawtucket
Zone 5A
East Providence
Zone 5A

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Local Rhode Island Contractors

  • Turnaround: 3-7 days
  • $Typical cost: $150-400
  • On-site visit possible
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DIY Software

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

Rhode Island Manual J FAQ

How much does a Manual J calculation cost in Rhode Island?

Local Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?

Yes. Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?

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

Rhode Island includes IECC climate zone 5A. This zone covers the entire state including Providence, Warwick, Cranston. Climate zone data determines design temperatures and insulation requirements used in Manual J calculations.

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