Louisiana HVAC Load Calculation Guide
Free HVAC load calculation guide for Louisiana. Review climate zones, design temperatures, building code context, and local calculator resources for New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveportand 1 more cities.
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Louisiana Design Temperatures
Winter Design Temperature
Used for heating load calculations and equipment sizing across Louisiana
Summer Design Temperature
Used for cooling load calculations and equipment sizing across Louisiana
Louisiana Building Codes & Requirements
HVAC Requirements
- • High SEER requirements
- • Humidity control mandatory
- • Wind-resistant installation
Note: Coastal areas require special hurricane and flood considerations
Energy Code
2015 IECC with Louisiana amendments
Common Building Types
- • Raised homes
- • Historic structures
- • Commercial buildings
Louisiana HVAC Challenges
Extreme humidity
Hurricane resistance
Flood zones
Corrosive environment
Major Cities in Louisiana
Local Resources
Louisiana State Licensing Board
government
Louisiana HVAC Association
organization