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Actual heating and cooling requirements may differ based on insulation quality, air leakage, and building envelope condition; window type, shading, orientation, and solar gain; ceiling height, room layout, and airflow/duct performance; humidity (latent load), ventilation rates, and infiltration; local weather extremes and microclimates; internal heat gains (occupants, cooking, electronics, lighting); and equipment efficiency and installation quality.

Tip: Use these results as a starting point. For whole-home sizing and equipment selection, a professional load calculation (e.g., Manual J / Manual S) is recommended.

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