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Manual J Requirements in Utah

Is Manual J required in Utah?

YESUtah 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
3B, 5B, 6B
Major Cities
Salt Lake City, West Valley City, Provo
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Utah Energy Code & Manual J

Current Adopted Code

Utah 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 Utah Building Departments Require

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

Utah Climate Zones & Design Temperatures

IECC Climate Zone
3B

Primary zone covering Salt Lake City and surrounding areas

IECC Climate Zone
5B

Additional zone in Utah

IECC Climate Zone
6B

Additional zone in Utah

Manual J Requirements by Utah City

Salt Lake City
Zone 3B
West Valley City
Zone 3B
Provo
Zone 3B
West Jordan
Zone 3B
Orem
Zone 3B

How to Get a Manual J Calculation in Utah

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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

Utah Manual J FAQ

How much does a Manual J calculation cost in Utah?

Local Utah 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 Utah?

Yes. Utah 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 Utah?

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

Utah includes IECC climate zones 3B, 5B, 6B. Zone 3B is most common, covering cities like Salt Lake City, West Valley City, Provo. Climate zone data determines design temperatures and insulation requirements used in Manual J calculations.

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