They’re usually very durable, likely to outlast the HVAC system itself.

However, owner error can be their undoing.

For example, a homeowner who goes overboard with shears or a weed-whacker can accidentally damage the outdoor lines.

You want to give the outdoor unit some breathing room – several feet of open space away from bushes and shrubs will help internal operations. Just be careful when doing yardwork around the unit.

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