Should my outdoor air conditioning unit be covered in the winter?

No, these units are built to withstand an outdoor environment and should not be covered. If covered, condensation/moisture builds up in the unit and never gets a chance to dry out.

How do I winterize my outdoor faucets?

Unattach your garden hose first before freezing temperatures arrive. Close the shutoff valve on the pipe, which leads to your outdoor faucet. Open the outdoor faucet so that any excess water can drain.

I get a foul odor from my garbage disposer once in a while, any suggestions?

This is due to food bacteria; Try one of these solutions: pour in at least one cup of vinegar and wait at least an hour before rinsing with cold water OR place ice cubes and lemon peels in the disposer and run for about 30 seconds with cold water.

I get a soap build-up on my faucet; how do I remove the build-up?

Clean with a mixture of 1 part salt to four parts vinegar, rinse well, wipe with a clean cloth (always test a small area first). This mixture also works well on shower stalls, tile, sinks.

How often should I change the standard throw-away filter on my furnace?

Standard furnace filter should be inspected every 4 to 8 weeks and use your own judgment when to change. Don't let the filter get "clogged" as this will reduce the efficiency or even cause damage to the unit.

How often should I have maintenance cleaning done on my furnace?

At least once a year in the fall. This will help keep your furnace running at maximum efficiency thus saving fuel/money. Most importantly, maintenance also includes a thorough safety check of the entire unit.

And the funniest question received has been:

My husband thinks he is a plumber, what should I do?

Tell him to call A.M.C. Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning at 215.766.9890 / 610.847.2020.