Older Home (Drafty) · 1,600–2,200 ft²
Warm Climate
BTU & Cost Estimate
BTU Required
77,924
BTU/hr
AC Tonnage
6.5
1 ton = 12,000 BTU/hr
Installation Cost
$22,750 - $39,000
USD
How we calculate
Base area (2,200 ft²) × BTU per sq ft (28)61,600 BTU
× Load Factor (1.15)70,840 BTU
+ Safety Margin (10%)77,924 BTU
Final BTU Estimate77,924 BTU → 6.5 Ton