Title 24 2026 Heat Pump Baseline
California's 2026 code sets heat pumps as the base option for new homes. All new Elk Grove builds must meet this rule. Fresh Air installs heat pump systems that pass Title 24 from rough-in to trim-out.
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New Construction Hvac Installation Elk Grove ca
Elk Grove's Harvest and Laguna Ridge builds are active. All new permits from 2026 require a heat pump as the base HVAC option. Fresh Air installs for builders with full HERS docs.
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New Construction HVAC in Elk Grove, CA
Fresh Air Heating and Air installs HVAC for new Elk Grove homes. We meet Title 24 2026 heat pump rules. We supply HERS docs for permit close-out. Builders get a team that finishes on time. Call (916) 416-8181 for a free builder estimate. CSLB 945361.
HERS Docs Included
New builds in California need HERS verification at permit close. Fresh Air works with a certified HERS rater. We supply all forms needed for your permit to close.
Builder Scheduling
We work around your construction schedule. Rough-in, trim-out, and startup are set to your timeline. Builders get a sub who shows up and finishes on time.
What Our Elk Grove New Construction HVAC Covers
- Load calc for new-build square footage and envelope design.
- Heat pump selection that meets Title 24 2026 baseline.
- Rough-in stage: duct layout, lineset, and electrical stub-out.
- Trim-out stage: indoor and outdoor unit install.
- HERS rater coordination and required test documentation.
- Permit filing and inspection with the City of Elk Grove.
- System startup and thermostat setup for homeowner walk.
New Construction HVAC and the 2026 Code in Elk Grove
California's Title 24 2026 code pushes new homes toward heat pumps for space heating and cooling. All permits filed after January 1, 2026 must meet this rule. Elk Grove's master-planned communities are building under this code now. Fresh Air installs heat pump systems that meet the spec. We handle rough-in and trim-out. We coordinate HERS verification for permit close.
Fresh Air has served the greater Sacramento area since 2009. We hold CSLB 945361. Our team has done over 900 installs. We know the City of Elk Grove permit office and the HERS process. We work with builders on Laguna Ridge and other active communities. Call (916) 416-8181 for a free builder estimate.
Sources
- California Title 24 2026 code mandates heat pumps as baseline HVAC option for new residential construction; effective January 1, 2026.
- HERS rater verification required for all new single-family and multifamily residential HVAC in California.
- Elk Grove active master-planned communities include Harvest, Laguna Ridge, and Sterling Meadows.
- Fresh Air verified facts: CSLB 945361, since 2009, 900+ installs, free estimates, (916) 416-8181.
New Construction Hvac Installation Elk Grove ca FAQ
What does Title 24 2026 mean for new Elk Grove homes?
All new permits filed after January 1, 2026 must include a heat pump as the base HVAC option. Fresh Air installs systems that meet this rule.
What is HERS verification and do you handle it?
HERS is a required test that confirms your new home's HVAC meets code. Fresh Air works with a certified HERS rater. We supply all required docs for permit close.
Can Fresh Air work with my Elk Grove builder directly?
Yes. We work as a sub on new builds. We set our schedule around rough-in and trim-out milestones. We show up on time.
How much does new construction HVAC cost in Elk Grove?
New build HVAC is priced per job. Cost depends on home size, heat pump model, and duct layout. Call for a free builder estimate.
Get a Free New Construction HVAC Estimate in Elk Grove
Call Fresh Air Heating and Air at (916) 416-8181 or visit our contact page. We serve Elk Grove and the greater Sacramento area. Free estimates for builders. Title 24-compliant work. CSLB 945361.