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Old 03-30-2023, 07:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Miboater View Post
From what I was told by an HVAC friend of mine is that you need to keep at least a 3 feet buffer zone around the AC unit for air circulation with 5 feet being optimal. The fence would need to be pretty high to offer any shade.
I agree. I would also note that the condenser coil never receives any direct sunlight because it is already shaded by the louvered metal panels that form the condenser unit housing.