HVAC Operating Cost Calculator

Use this free tool to compare estimated operating costs between your current system and high-efficiency heating and cooling options. Built for homeowners who want real numbers before  making a decision.

Red Barn Heat Pump Savings Calculator
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Heat Pump Savings Calculator

Red Barn Service LLC — Free Estimation Tool

Before using this tool, please read our Terms of Use below. All results are estimates only — actual savings will vary based on your home and usage.

Calculator Terms of Use

This calculator is provided by Red Barn Service LLC for informational and educational purposes only. All results are estimates based on the inputs you provide and do not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or promise of any specific energy savings, cost reduction, or financial return.


Actual energy consumption and costs depend on many factors including but not limited to: home insulation and construction, usage habits, local utility rate changes, equipment performance variations, weather conditions, and installation quality.


Red Barn Service LLC assumes no liability for decisions made based on this calculator's output. By clicking "Yes, I Agree" you accept these terms and our full Privacy Policy & Terms. Please consult a qualified HVAC professional for a personalized assessment.

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Heat Pump Savings Calculator

Enter your home size and energy rates to see how a heat pump stacks up against your current system — Wisconsin-realistic defaults included.

1 Your Home & Current System
Heated square footage of your home
sq ft
Locked at 35 BTU/sq ft (WI standard)
🔒 35 BTU / sq ft — Wisconsin Standard
Used as your cost baseline
Check your equipment label
💡 Estimated annual heating load: 75,600,000 BTU  (1,800 sq ft × 35 BTU × 1,200 heating degree days)
2 Your Local Energy Rates
Natural Gas
$/therm
Propane
$/gallon
Fuel Oil
$/gallon
Electricity
$/kWh
Used for A/C & heat pump
3 Heat Pump Settings
Wisconsin realistic: 2.5–3.5
Modern heat pumps: 18–22 SEER
For payback calculation
$
Check with your utility for available rebates
$
Estimated Annual Savings vs. Your Current System
$0
⚠ Important: These are estimates based on your inputs and a standard 35 BTU/sq ft Wisconsin heating load factor. Actual savings vary based on your home's insulation, air sealing, usage patterns, local utility rates, and equipment performance. This tool does not constitute a guarantee of savings. View our Privacy Policy & Terms.

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