Utah HVAC Load Calculation Guide
Free HVAC load calculation guide for Utah. Review climate zones, design temperatures, building code context, and local calculator resources for Salt Lake City, West Valley City, Provoand 2 more cities.
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Utah Design Temperatures
Winter Design Temperature
6°F
Used for heating load calculations and equipment sizing across Utah
Summer Design Temperature
96°F
Used for cooling load calculations and equipment sizing across Utah
Utah Building Codes & Requirements
HVAC Requirements
- • High efficiency standards
- • Air quality considerations
- • Duct sealing required
Note: Equipment derating required for high altitude; air quality regulations affect ventilation
Energy Code
2015 IECC with Utah amendments
Common Building Types
- • Traditional homes
- • Mountain construction
- • Commercial buildings
Utah HVAC Challenges
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High altitude
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Inversion layers
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Seismic requirements
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Dry climate
Local Resources
Utah Office of Energy Development
government
Utah HVAC Association
organization