Posts by Emma Lotter
Restaurant Drain Problems: 7 Common Causes and What You Can Do
If you own or manage a restaurant, you’re probably well aware that your plumbing system can get put through the wringer. Between grease, food debris, constant cleaning, and heavy water use, your drains have a lot to keep up with. You’ve probably dealt with your fair share of plumbing emergencies yourself that have resulted in…
Read MoreHow Often Should Commercial HVAC Systems Be Serviced?
For businesses in Sacramento, a reliable HVAC system is more than a comfort feature. The goal is for it to quietly do its job while your tenants, employees, and customers stay comfortable. One of the most common questions building owners and property managers ask is: how often should commercial HVAC units be serviced? For most…
Read More16 Smart Ways to Reduce Energy Costs in Commercial Buildings
Rising utility bills don’t always mean you need to replace your HVAC system. In many cases, improving your building’s efficiency can involve just a few simple adjustments to how you operate your facility. From HVAC maintenance to building controls, our HVAC experts at Cooper Oates are sharing their top tips to help lower operating costs,…
Read MoreDoes Your Facility Have Your Back? A Smarter Approach to Commercial HVAC and Plumbing in Sacramento
If you manage a commercial building, you rely on your facility to support your operations, not slow them down. But when HVAC systems fail, plumbing problems appear, or energy costs climb without warning, it can feel like your building is working against you. We get it! We all just want our building to work… but…
Read MoreDo You Know the State of Your Pipes? Why Commercial Plumbing Inspections Matter More Than You Think
Most property managers know the condition of their HVAC equipment fairly well. Thermal discomfort creates a quick alert that’s hard to ignore, after all. On the flip side, plumbing systems can often remain more of a mystery. Occupants are quicker to complain of small temperature fluctuations than a mild change in water pressure- plus, you…
Read More2025 California Title 24 is in Effect as of January 1st 2026: Here’s What Commercial Building Owners and Facility Managers Need to Know
As of January 1, 2026, California’s latest Title 24 Energy Code updates are officially in place. If you manage or own a commercial building, you are most likely already aware that these changes will affect how you plan upgrades, replacements, and long-term maintenance. Overview The 2025 Title 24, part 6 Energy Code pushes buildings to…
Read MoreSpring Is Economizer Season… Are Yours Working Properly?
As the weather begins to warm up (sunshine, finally!), spring becomes one of the most efficient times of year for commercial HVAC systems. Why, may you ask? Because it’s economizer season! What Are Economizers? Economizers are a series of dampers in an HVAC system (an energy-saving component) that allows your system to use cool outside air…
Read MoreAvoid the Emergency Call: Why Preventative Boiler Maintenance Pays Off
In commercial properties, boilers play a critical role: providing reliable, high-capacity heating for tenants and customers. Whether you are a building owner, manager, or simply lease a space where you’re responsible for mechanical maintenance, the comfort of your building occupants is crucial. Given the importance of mechanical equipment like boilers to daily operations, issues aren’t just inconvenient- they can shut…
Read MoreWater Heater Not Keeping Up? Check These Five Things
If you’re a commercial building owner or facility manager, you know how frustrating it can be when the hot water runs cold. Whether you manage a hotel, restaurant, medical office, or multi-tenant property, the winter months can put a high demand on your plumbing system, especially with Sacramento’s recent cold weather. Here are some things…
Read MoreWhy Choose Design-Build for Your HVAC or Plumbing Project?
Design-build, design-bid-build and construction management are the three construction project delivery systems most commonly employed in North America. Over the past 25 years, use of design-build has greatly accelerated in the United States, making this delivery method one of the most significant trends in design and construction today. Project managers and general contractors alike understand…
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