Older Home (Drafty) · 1,200–1,600 ft²
Warm Climate
BTU & Cost Estimate
BTU Required
56,672
BTU/hr
AC Tonnage
4.75
1 ton = 12,000 BTU/hr
Installation Cost
$16,625 - $28,500
USD
How we calculate
Base area (1,600 ft²) × BTU per sq ft (28)44,800 BTU
× Load Factor (1.15)51,520 BTU
+ Safety Margin (10%)56,672 BTU
Final BTU Estimate56,672 BTU → 4.75 Ton