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Manual J Requirements in Wisconsin

Is Manual J required in Wisconsin?

YESWisconsin 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
Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay
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Wisconsin Energy Code & Manual J

Current Adopted Code

Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin Building Departments Require

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

Wisconsin Climate Zones & Design Temperatures

IECC Climate Zone
6A

Primary zone covering Milwaukee and surrounding areas

IECC Climate Zone
7

Additional zone in Wisconsin

Manual J Requirements by Wisconsin City

Milwaukee
Zone 6A
Madison
Zone 6A
Green Bay
Zone 6A
Kenosha
Zone 6A
Racine
Zone 6A

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

Wisconsin Manual J FAQ

How much does a Manual J calculation cost in Wisconsin?

Local Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?

Yes. Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?

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

Wisconsin includes IECC climate zones 6A, 7. Zone 6A is most common, covering cities like Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay. Climate zone data determines design temperatures and insulation requirements used in Manual J calculations.

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