Older Home (Drafty) · 1,600–2,200 ft²
Cold Climate
BTU & Cost Estimate
BTU Required
97,405
BTU/hr
AC Tonnage
8.25
1 ton = 12,000 BTU/hr
Installation Cost
$28,875 - $49,500
USD
How we calculate
Base area (2,200 ft²) × BTU per sq ft (35)77,000 BTU
× Load Factor (1.15)88,550 BTU
+ Safety Margin (10%)97,405 BTU
Final BTU Estimate97,405 BTU → 8.25 Ton