Abstract: The present invention provides a shed for shielding an outdoor unit of an air conditioner or the like from exposure to sunlight, rains, etc. The shed includes a ground engaging base on to which the outdoor unit is supported and which lift the outdoor unit to a certain level above the ground. The shed includes four vertical posts, with two of the vertical posts being taller than the other two vertical posts. A roof is supported on the vertical posts such that the roof is pitched in the shed, since the inclination of the roof aids with drainage of any collected rain water or the like therefrom.