Snow & Ice Buster Shields Heat Pumps From Winter Weather

A new product called the Snow & Ice Buster is designed to protect the outdoor unit of a heat pump from winter weather. Made by LaCroix Industries, it shields the unit from rain, snow, and ice runoff coming off trees and roofs, which can build up around the equipment during storms. A heat pump is a system that both heats and cools a home by moving heat rather than burning fuel, and its outdoor unit sits exposed to the elements year-round, so runoff and ice buildup can be a real problem in snowy climates.

The cover is made of aluminum with a powder coating matched to the unit's color, and it's custom-fit so it installs without drilling holes. It attaches magnetically, which should make it simple to put on and take off, and it includes sound-deadening material built in, along with welded seams for durability.

The company says it fits outdoor units from several major heat pump brands, including Mitsubishi Electric, LG, Bosch, Carrier, Daikin, and Midea. If you have a heat pump and live somewhere with heavy snow or icy roof runoff, this is the kind of accessory that might be worth looking into to protect the outdoor unit over the winter months.