Don't Cover Your AC This Fall Until You Watch This (Or Pay for It in Spring)

Before you cover your outdoor AC unit this fall, watch this first. A tight tarp or full vinyl cover can trap moisture, encourage corrosion, and give mice a warm place to nest and chew through wiring. What looks like protection could turn into a costly spring repair. This video explains the safer way to prepare your air conditioner for winter, including cleaning away leaves and debris, keeping water from pooling around the unit, using hardware cloth to discourage rodents, and when a breathable top cover may actually make sense. Most importantly, you'll learn why heat pumps should never be covered, since they operate throughout the winter. You'll also learn simple ways to protect your system without wasting money—and why booking a spring HVAC tune-up before the rush can save you trouble later.