Size Residential & Light-Commercial Loads in Minutes
Evergreen Off-Grid’s NEC Load Calculator applies Article 220 demand factors to deliver fast, accurate, and permit-ready results.
Load Calculations Simplified
Load calculations often mean juggling multiple NEC tables and demand factors. The NEC Load Calculator brings it all together in one streamlined, easy-to-use worksheet:
Floor area lighting load (VA/ft²)
Small-appliance & laundry circuits
Fixed appliances and demand factors
Range & dryer (simple single-unit handling)
HVAC “largest of heat/cool”
EV charging (continuous @125%)
Suggested service amperage at 240 V
Why Pros Choose This Tool
Feature list
NEC 220 Engine – Uses standard NEC demand-factor logic for dwellings/light-commercial.
Fast Inputs – Floor area, circuit counts, nameplate VA/kW; done.
Clear Outputs – Total VA, calculated service amps, suggested service size.
Permit-Friendly – Outputs are organized for quick plan review.
Protected Formulas – Inputs unlocked, formulas hidden (password: engineer).
Excel & Sheets – Works in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
Included NEC Categories
General lighting (VA per sq ft, demand applied)
Small-appliance + laundry (minimums enforced, demand applied)
Fixed appliances (75% when 4+ fastened-in-place)
Cooking equipment (simple single-range handling)
Dryer (100% of nameplate)
HVAC (largest of heat or cool)
EVSE (continuous load @125%)
Note: Always verify local amendments and project-specific AHJ guidance.
Three Simple Steps
Enter Inputs – Floor area, circuit counts, appliance/range/dryer VA or kW, HVAC VA, EVSE kW, and service voltage.
Review Results – The tool applies applicable demand factors and outputs total VA, amps, and suggested service size.
Attach to Submittals – Export or print for a clean, permit-ready appendix.
Designed for Professionals by Professionals
Electrical contractors & designers
Solar + storage firms needing service calcs
Residential/light-commercial design-build teams
Plan reviewers and inspectors (as a quick check)
Your Download Includes
NEC 220 Load Calculator (Excel) – Inputs unlocked; formulas protected
Notes tab – NEC references summarized for quick context
Branding – Evergreen Off-Grid, LLC professional look
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Instant download, unlimited use.