Shopping for an AC cover can feel like a blind date. The picture looks promising, but will the fit work? Guessing a size or adding extra inches can leave you with a loose cover. Fortunately, three questions can help you find your AC cover without the guesswork. You’ll check your unit, gather the right details, and choose a shopping path. Let’s meet your match.
Is Your Outdoor Unit Done Running for the Season?
First, make sure your outdoor unit will actually take a break. SugarHouse AC covers are designed for off-season use. Never turn on an air conditioner while its cover is in place.
A heat pump can look like a regular air conditioner. However, it may run throughout winter to heat your home. If your outdoor unit runs when you turn on the heat, leave it uncovered. If you’re unsure, check your equipment manual or ask your HVAC technician. Also, confirm your manufacturer permits this style of cover. This Lennox guide to winter AC covers explains why heat pumps need open airflow.
Once you confirm your unit will stay off, you’re ready for the fun part: finding its fit.
Do You Have a Model Number or Measurements?
Next, gather one of two details before you shop. Look for the manufacturer and model number on your outdoor unit’s identification plate. Write down both, or take a clear photo of the label. Then you can explore a custom cover made for your model.
No model number handy? Instead, grab a tape measure and record these three dimensions:
- Width: From the left side of the unit to the right side.
- Depth: From the front of the unit to the back.
- Height: From the bottom of the unit to the top.
Measure the unit itself, rather than the concrete pad beneath it. Then search using those exact measurements. SugarHouse covers already allow room for installation, so don’t add extra inches. Otherwise, your cover may fit too loosely.
Finally, note where your pipes and hoses connect. Having that detail nearby makes it easier to review your cover options.
Can You Find Your AC Cover in a Stock Size?
Now you’re ready to compare options without crossing your fingers at checkout. Start by comparing your measurements with the available stock sizes. If you find a suitable size, a stock cover may be your match.
However, not every unit has a convenient stock fit. If yours doesn’t, you can order a custom cover using your dimensions. Have a model number? Alternatively, shop for a custom cover by model. Explore the SugarHouse AC cover options to see how these routes work.
The goal is a cover that suits your unit, not a number you had to guess. SugarHouse designs its covers with corner openings for connections and an adjustable bottom rope. Therefore, check the product details as you choose your fit and fabric.
Want help using your cover once it arrives? Our guide to common AC cover mistakes has practical setup tips.
Ready to find your AC cover? Bring your model number or measurements to Sugar House Custom Covers. Then choose the stock or custom option that works for your unit. A good match starts with the right information.
SugarHouse Ind. has served its clients in the Intermountain West since 1941. In that time, we have become Utah’s largest provider of awning, boat tops, and specialty canvas covers. After over 80 years, our focus is still to provide customers with the highest quality products and the best prices. We remain a family-owned company, and we remain committed to putting a personal touch into everything we do. That’s why we make every product that we offer in our 30,000 ft2 facility in Midvale, Utah.