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HVAC Load Calculator Manual Jv1.11.2 / 1.11.2 (77)

Released June 11, 2026Major

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What changed

  • UXFixed sizing calculation to prevent equipment oversizing in mild climates.
  • UXUpdated floor insulation logic for homes over unconditioned basements.
  • ContentExpanded climate data coverage for more ZIP codes.
  • New featureImplemented climate-aware humidity checks.
  • New featureAdded realistic balance point and backup heat logic for cold-climate heat pumps.
  • ContentAdded new design temperatures and equipment range options.
  • New featureAdded 'How We Calculate' documentation in Settings.

Original release notes

More accurate sizing: fixed a calculation that could oversize equipment, especially in mild climates — results may be lower, closer to a true Manual J. Re-run saved projects to update.
• Floor insulation now affects homes over an unconditioned basement.
• Better climate data for more ZIP codes.
• Humidity check is now climate-aware.
• Cold-climate heat pumps: realistic balance point + backup heat.
• New design temps, equipment range & "How We Calculate" in Settings.

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