Roof Over Heat Pump

Is this a good idea.

Roof over heat pump.

When these things occur the system may start a defrost cycle and use considerably more energy or it may just not work efficiently. Fan air is able to escape throughout the special mesh cover and the fan also blows off snow buildup. So it can work if you position your unit with energy conservation in mind. Our heat pump cover features an innovative gable end design.

If you put a roof on it make sure it s high enough for good air flow. Roof over my heat pump. My heat pump is on the north side of my home in arizona and i have a 3 foot roof overhang. There are several advantages to having a permanent roof over an outdoor heat pump.

No freezing rain can put the blower out of balance with lopsided icing. Goodman installation instructions require 60 between the top of the unit and obstructions above. My unit is in the shade all year and the air temperature difference between shade and sun exposure is quite large. The outdoor unit of the mitsubishi heat pump system can freeze up in the winter or become bound up with snow.

Keeps rain leaves twigs and branches further away and keeps the unit cleaner. I would like to put a roof flat and opened on all four sides over it to cut down on the noise it makes. What is the rule. The heat pump is right off the back porch and deck.

Clearance distances for outdoor hvac compressor condenser units. Our cover is installed with ease using a ratchet and pipe tension system. And we built a roof over the unit to shed most of the rain and snow. It not only looks attractive but serves to prevent snow drifting by cutting down on wind blow through.

Keeps direct sunlight off during cooling season. If you follow that guideline your warranty will be intact and you will be able to build a roof over your heat pump to protect it from the weather.