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

  1. NEC 220 Engine – Uses standard NEC demand-factor logic for dwellings/light-commercial.

  2. Fast Inputs – Floor area, circuit counts, nameplate VA/kW; done.

  3. Clear Outputs – Total VA, calculated service amps, suggested service size.

  4. Permit-Friendly – Outputs are organized for quick plan review.

  5. Protected Formulas – Inputs unlocked, formulas hidden (password: engineer).

  6. 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

  1. Enter Inputs – Floor area, circuit counts, appliance/range/dryer VA or kW, HVAC VA, EVSE kW, and service voltage.

  2. Review Results – The tool applies applicable demand factors and outputs total VA, amps, and suggested service size.

  3. 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

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