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Spring into Summer with these Home Renovation Ideas
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Spring into Summer with these Home Renovation Ideas

The Coop2022-10-25T15:17:45+00:00

It’s almost springtime, and you don’t need the Coop to tell you what that means: spring cleaning! Some people may dread this yearly tradition -- no judgment here -- but the Coop loves it. I view it as part of embracing the new year. That familiar adage, “Out with the old, in with the new,” applies here in more ways than one. Besides providing us with a great opportunity to clear out the cobwebs, spring cleaning gives us a chance to prepare for summer fun. Does your air conditioning system need a tune-up? Thinking about hiring a Doylestown, PA plumber or [...]

Spring into Summer with these Home Renovation IdeasThe Coop2022-10-25T15:17:45+00:00

Don’t Let Your Pipes Give You the Cold Shoulder
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Don’t Let Your Pipes Give You the Cold Shoulder

The Coop2022-10-25T15:17:45+00:00

We’re all used to our homes “speaking up” every now and then, with the occasional murmur of running water or creak of a radiator. As any plumber will tell you, this is perfectly normal, especially in the older homes that populate places like Doylestown, PA, and their neighboring communities. The Coop even finds it somewhat comforting - it’s like your house has its own personality. Unfortunately, these noises can sometimes indicate something more...sinister, especially during the winter. No, I’m not talking about the Ghost of Christmas Past - what I mean is that noisy pipes (along with other tell-tale signs) may [...]

Don’t Let Your Pipes Give You the Cold ShoulderThe Coop2022-10-25T15:17:45+00:00

How We Learned to Breathe Easier With a Simple HVAC Fix
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How We Learned to Breathe Easier With a Simple HVAC Fix

The Coop2022-10-25T15:17:45+00:00

In early November, something strange happened at Cooper Mechanical. You see, the Coop always expects a number of our team members to come down with bugs around this time of year. Despite our best efforts, seasonal colds and the flu remain facts of life. However, no one expected this. It started with the occasional sniffle and cough - but soon, our office was raising up a serious storm of guttural hacking and wheezing. That is, until everyone started calling out sick. People were dropping like flies! As I surveyed the watery-eyed, red-nosed faces of my remaining coworkers, I knew I had [...]

How We Learned to Breathe Easier With a Simple HVAC FixThe Coop2022-10-25T15:17:45+00:00

Before You Call the Doctor, You Might Want to Inspect Your HVAC System
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Before You Call the Doctor, You Might Want to Inspect Your HVAC System

The Coop2022-10-25T15:17:46+00:00

Recently, I was watching the Eagles game with a friend and I couldn’t help but notice that he was coughing up a storm. So much so, that if the snacks hadn’t been so good, I would have made an excuse and gone home just to get away from the germs. Getting sick during the holiday season is the last thing I need! But then I remembered that, every year at this time, I experience this same issue with my friend. He gets a hacking cough that lasts throughout the football season and even beyond. Being the sleuth that I am, I [...]

Before You Call the Doctor, You Might Want to Inspect Your HVAC SystemThe Coop2022-10-25T15:17:46+00:00

Save Your Money (and the World!) with Eco-Friendly HVAC Units

The Coop2022-10-25T15:17:46+00:00

Soon, the brisk breezes of fall will give way to the frigid winds of winter. With the cold weather comes plenty of opportunities to entertain as Halloween thrills spill into Thanksgiving feasts and warm holiday cheer. Whatever your plans may be, if you’re like the Coop, chances are you’ll want to make sure your home is comfortable and inviting for both you and your guests. At the crux of your comfort is your heating unit. As the saying goes, “It’s all good until it breaks”. That’s especially true when it comes to heaters – it’s easy to forget their existence until [...]

Save Your Money (and the World!) with Eco-Friendly HVAC UnitsThe Coop2022-10-25T15:17:46+00:00

Don’t Hibernate on These Preventative Maintenance Tips for Winter

The Coop2022-10-25T15:17:47+00:00

Fall has arrived, along with all of its cozy, familiar hallmarks. The Coop’s favorites? Beautiful foliage, apple cider, and the promise of Halloween candy and turkey feasts to come, just to name a few. Well, all right. The Coop is big enough to admit it. I love pumpkin spice. Shameful confessions aside, the growing chill in the air reminds me that ice and snow loom on the horizon. As we all know, winter weather is the natural predator of all HVAC systems. Many heating units have fallen prey to January’s icy bite. The good news? Some preventative maintenance can go a [...]

Don’t Hibernate on These Preventative Maintenance Tips for WinterThe Coop2022-10-25T15:17:47+00:00

Summer Hasn’t Quit Yet — Make Sure Your AC Doesn’t, Either

The Coop2022-10-25T15:17:47+00:00

Last night, I was watching my favorite show on TV and saw a “Back to School” commercial featuring children gleefully walking through the front doors of their school on the first day back. The kids are outfitted in long-sleeved shirts, pants, and booties. The cameras pan out, revealing a beautiful autumn landscape of trees in spectacular hues of gold, red, and orange, so welcomed after the blistering temperatures of summer. I could almost smell falling leaves and feel a crisp breeze on my face. Wait a minute, I thought. Who’s kidding whom? It’s still sweltering! In reality, these kids are sporting [...]

Summer Hasn’t Quit Yet — Make Sure Your AC Doesn’t, EitherThe Coop2022-10-25T15:17:47+00:00

Infographic: What Should You Do With a Frozen Air Conditioner?

The Coop2022-10-25T15:17:47+00:00

If your air conditioner freezes up in the midst of a heat wave, stay cool - and soon your house will be, too. Follow our troubleshooting guide before you call the experts for air conditioner repair in Bucks County and the surrounding areas: Hopefully, our advice helps. But if you need help with your central air conditioning system in Bucks County or anywhere else in our service area, you know who to call.

Infographic: What Should You Do With a Frozen Air Conditioner?The Coop2022-10-25T15:17:47+00:00

A Tail of Allergies – With a Happy, Healthy Ending

The Coop2022-10-25T15:17:48+00:00

You’ve heard this story before. Grandma gave little Timmy a tiny Cavalier King Charles puppy for Christmas and the whole family fell in love with the critter, whom they named Buddy. Then, a month or two later, it became evident that Sister Susie was constantly sneezing, her eyes were itchy and watery, and her nose was stuffy. After a visit to an allergist, it was confirmed that Susie is allergic to pet dander. And she’s not alone. The doctor told the family that about 15% of the population is allergic to dogs and cats, and that 30% of people with asthma [...]

A Tail of Allergies – With a Happy, Healthy EndingThe Coop2022-10-25T15:17:48+00:00