Title 24 Zone 12 Compliance from Day One
Zone 12 requires heat pumps as the baseline in 2026 new builds. Fresh Air specs and sets up code-ready units. We manage the Title 24 paperwork. Every job. No exceptions.
New Construction HVAC Setup — Sacramento, CA
New Construction Hvac Installation Sacramento
California's 2026 Title 24 code requires heat pumps as the baseline in Climate Zone 12. Sacramento is in Zone 12. If you are building a new home or ADU, a heat pump is your required starting point. Fresh Air has set these up since 2009.
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New Construction HVAC in Sacramento Under 2026 Title 24
Fresh Air Heating and Air sets up HVAC units in new homes across Sacramento and nearby areas. Our license is CSLB 945361. We have been ready for Zone 12's 2026 Title 24 rules since the code took effect. Zone 12 new builds require a heat pump as the baseline. Fresh Air sizes units per Manual J. We design ducts per Manual D. We pick gear per Manual S. Call us early. Builders and owner-builders are both welcome. Free site estimate. No obligation.
Manual J, S, and D on Every Job
New builds require a load calc, gear choice, and duct design. Fresh Air handles all three. That is how you pass inspection. That is how you avoid an oversized unit.
Free Site Estimate for Builders
We visit the site before we quote. We plan duct routing and gear placement before framing is done. Early visits prevent costly reroutes after drywall goes up.
What New Construction HVAC Setup Includes
- Free site estimate with Manual J load calc for Zone 12.
- Manual S gear choice to match the load.
- Manual D duct design for balanced airflow to every room.
- Outdoor heat pump unit setup with code-ready pad and clearances.
- Indoor air handler setup with sealed duct ties per 2026 Title 24 leakage rules.
- MERV 13 or higher filter unit as required by 2026 ventilation rules.
- Coolant charge and system startup with fault check.
- Permit filing and inspection with the local office.
- Final sign-off coordinated by Fresh Air. No chasing inspectors on your own.
What 2026 Title 24 Requires for Sacramento New Construction
California's 2026 Title 24 updates took effect January 1, 2026. They set heat pumps as the baseline for new homes. Zone 12 is included. The code also requires higher wall, roof, and floor insulation. About 10 percent above 2022 standards. Tighter air sealing is required too. No more than 4 air changes per hour at 50 Pascals. MERV 13 minimum filters are required. These rules shape every new home we set up in Sacramento.
ADUs and attached additions fall under Title 24 too. A new detached ADU needs a heat pump sized for its own floor plan. Involve Fresh Air early in the build. Gear and duct placement at rough framing is far easier. Changes after drywall cost more. Call us early. Our free site estimate is the right first step.
New Construction Hvac Installation Sacramento FAQ
Does my new Sacramento home need a heat pump under 2026 Title 24?
In most cases, yes. Zone 12 new homes under 2026 Title 24 must use a heat pump as the baseline. Exceptions exist for specific site conditions. Fresh Air reviews the rules at your free site estimate. No charge for that review.
When should I involve Fresh Air in a new construction project?
At rough framing. Before interior walls are closed. Duct routing and gear pad placement are much easier before drywall. Early visits prevent costly reroutes later. They save time. They save money.
Does Fresh Air handle permits for new construction HVAC in Sacramento?
Yes. We file permits with Sacramento city, Sacramento County, Placer County, and other local offices. We handle all inspections. From rough to final.
Get a Free Site Estimate for Your New Construction Project
Call Fresh Air Heating and Air at (916) 416-8181 or visit /contact/ for a free site estimate. We serve builders in Sacramento, Elk Grove, Folsom, Rocklin, Davis, and West Sacramento. Title 24 ready. Licensed CSLB 945361.