Older Home (Drafty) · 1,600–2,200 ft²
Hot & Humid Climate
BTU & Cost Estimate
BTU Required
89,056
BTU/hr
AC Tonnage
7.5
1 ton = 12,000 BTU/hr
Installation Cost
$26,250 - $45,000
USD
How we calculate
Base area (2,200 ft²) × BTU per sq ft (32)70,400 BTU
× Load Factor (1.15)80,960 BTU
+ Safety Margin (10%)89,056 BTU
Final BTU Estimate89,056 BTU → 7.5 Ton