LIMA COMPANY | THE RIGHT CHOICE
The Right People • The Right Approach • The Right Results
LIMA COMPANY | THE RIGHT CHOICE
The Right People • The Right Approach • The Right Results
Lima Company | The Right Choice
Since 1976, Lima Company, now a CoolSys Company, has been the right choice for commercial plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and mechanical contracting. Why? It comes down to three ingredients: The Right People, The Right Approach, and The Right Results.
THE RIGHT PEOPLE
All of the people at Lima Company share Bob Lima’s original commitment to provide a quality job at a fair price. Many of our employees have been with us for 30 years or more and we value their loyalty and hard work. Our management team came through the ranks as plumbing and HVAC technicians eventually growing into key roles managing the company. We are run by people who know plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and mechanical contracting from the ground up and will find the right solution for your needs.
THE RIGHT APPROACH
At Lima Company, we approach every job with the owners’ best interest in mind. We treat your facility as if it were our own. Whether it is routine maintenance, a repair or a new installation, we start from the client’s perspective. We are not committed to any one brand or supplier but rather recommend the right equipment to achieve the best results. We offer all the major brands but always seek the right match for your project or needs.
THE RIGHT RESULTS
Having the right people and the right approach leads to the right results. We constantly look for ways to help our clients reduce installation costs as well as operating expenses. We do the job right the first time whether it’s a routine repair or a new installation because we are truly your partner in managing your facilities. Many of our clients have been with us for over thirty years. Why? Lima Company delivers The Right Results.
ASSOCIATIONS, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
ASSOCIATIONS
- National Association of Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Contractors
- American Society of Sanitary Engineers
- Greater Philadelphia Hotel Association
- Servicing Contractors Association of the Greater Delaware Valley
- Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce
LICENSES
- Licensed Master Plumbers-New Jersey, Philadelphia & Surrounding Townships
- Licensed Delaware Contractor
- Licensed Philadelphia Electrical Contractor
- Licensed Philadelphia Warm Air Installer
- Licensed to Certify, Repair and Install Backflow Prevention Devices
CERTIFICATIONS
- Certified for the fusion welding of underground gas piping
- Certified installer and service agent for Robur ammonia absorption chillers
- Registered vendor for the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board
Lima Company | The Right Choice
Since 1976, Lima Company has been the right choice for commercial plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and mechanical contracting. Why? It comes down to three ingredients: The Right People, The Right Approach, and The Right Results.
THE RIGHT PEOPLE
All of the people at Lima Company share Bob Lima’s original commitment to provide a quality job at a fair price. Many of our employees have been with us for 30 years or more and we value their loyalty and hard work. Our management team came through the ranks as plumbing and HVAC technicians eventually growing into key roles managing the company. We are run by people who know plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and mechanical contracting from the ground up and will find the right solution for your needs.
THE RIGHT APPROACH
At Lima Company, we approach every job with the owners’ best interest in mind. We treat your facility as if it were our own. Whether it is routine maintenance, a repair or a new installation, we start from the client’s perspective. We are not committed to any one brand or supplier but rather recommend the right equipment to achieve the best results. We offer all the major brands but always seek the right match for your project or needs.
THE RIGHT RESULTS
Having the right people and the right approach leads to the right results. We constantly look for ways to help our clients reduce installation costs as well as operating expenses. We do the job right the first time whether it’s a routine repair or a new installation because we are truly your partner in managing your facilities. Many of our clients have been with us for over thirty years. Why? Lima Company delivers The Right Results.
ASSOCIATIONS, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
ASSOCIATIONS
- National Association of Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Contractors
- American Society of Sanitary Engineers
- Greater Philadelphia Hotel Association
- Servicing Contractors Association of the Greater Delaware Valley
- Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce
LICENSES
- Licensed Master Plumbers-New Jersey, Philadelphia & Surrounding Townships
- Licensed Delaware Contractor
- Licensed Philadelphia Electrical Contractor
- Licensed Philadelphia Warm Air Installer
- Licensed to Certify, Repair and Install Backflow Prevention Devices
CERTIFICATIONS
- Certified for the fusion welding of underground gas piping
- Certified installer and service agent for Robur ammonia absorption chillers
- Registered vendor for the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board
| History
Bob Lima founded Lima Company in 1976 when he purchased a used Bell Atlantic van and began doing small residential jobs in Northeast Philadelphia. His commitment to do quality work at a fair price allowed the business to grow. In 1978, he hired his first employee and the growth continued. In 1980, LIMA Company entered the commercial market executing condo conversions in Philadelphia. A recommendation from a residential client led to opportunities with the supermarket chain Acme Markets where LIMA Company eventually earned the maintenance and service business for the entire chain. In 2023, LIMA was acquired by CoolSys, the market leader in commercial refrigeration and HVAC solutions. Today, LIMA Company, a CoolSys company, employs the best people in the industry and has become one of the most highly respected commercial plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and mechanical contractors in the Northeast, with a long list of blue chip clients. LIMA Company’s commitment to providing quality work for a fair price continues today. That’s why LIMA Company is the Right Choice.
| History
Bob Lima founded Lima Company in 1976 when he purchased a used Bell Atlantic van and began doing small residential jobs in Northeast Philadelphia. His commitment to do quality work at a fair price allowed the business to grow. In 1978, he hired his first employee and the growth continued. In 1980, LIMA Company entered the commercial market executing condo conversions in Philadelphia. A recommendation from a residential client led to opportunities with the supermarket chain Acme Markets where LIMA Company eventually earned the maintenance and service business for the entire chain.
Today, LIMA Company employs the best people in the industry and has become one of the most highly respected commercial plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and mechanical contractors in the Northeast, with a long list of blue chip clients. LIMA Company’s commitment to providing quality work for a fair price continues today. That’s why LIMA Company is the Right Choice.
Lima Company Established
Executive Team Expanded
Company Incorporated
Opened First shop
New Location
New Location
VP of Plumbing Services
New Location
Eco-friendly Initiative
VP of Operations
Team Expanded
Website Launched
| Our Customers
FOOD SERVICES
SPORTS / ENTERTAINMENT VENUES
- Acme Markets
- Wegman’s
- Trader Joe’s
- Origlio Beverage
- Whole Food Markets
- Wawa
- Aramark Corporation
- Kraft Foods
- Pepsi Bottling Group
- Dependable Distribution
- Land-O-Lakes
- A&P Supermarkets
- The Disney / ABC Television Group
- Philadelphia Park Race Track
- Parx Casino
- CBS Television / Radio
- Sugar House Casino
- Valley Forge Convention Center
- NBC – Universal
- Philadelphia Eagles, Lincoln Financial Field
- Philadelphia Phillies, Citizen’s Bank Park
- Wells Fargo Center
- QVC Studio Park
OFFICE / MEDICAL / HOSPITALITY
RELIGIOUS / EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS
- Colliers L&A
- CB Richard Ellis
- DaVita Dialysis Centers
- Marriott Hotels
- Sheraton
- Acts
- Jones Lang Lasalle
- Loews Hotel
- Rittenhouse Savoy
- Allentown Surgical Center
- Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
- Albert Einstein Hospital
- Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
- Archdiocese of Philadelphia
- St. Basil Academy
- 555 Building – Charter School
- La Salle College High School
- Independence Mission Schools
- University of Pennsylvania
- University of the Arts
- Goldey- Beacon College
- Art Institute and Culinary School
- Gloria Dei Lutheran Church
BANKING
GOVERNMENT AGENCIES
- PNC Bank
- Police and Fire National Credit Union
- Santander Banks
- Polonia Bancorp
- SEPTA
- City of Philadelphia
- PGW
- Philadelphia Water Department
- South Jersey Gas
| Our Customers
FOOD SERVICES
• Acme Markets
• Trader Joe’s
• Whole Food Markets
• Wawa
• Arammark Corporation
• Kraft Foods
• Pepsi Bottling Group
• Dependable Distribution
• Land-O-Lakes
• A&P Supermarkets
SPORTS / ENTERTAINMENT VENUES
• The Disney/ABC Television Group
• Philadelphia Park Race Track
• Parx Casino
• Sugar House Casino
• Valley Forge Convention Center
• NBC-Universal
• Philadelphia Phillies-Citizen’s Bank Park
• Philadelphia Eagles-Lincoln Financial Field
• Wells Fargo Center
• QVC Studio Park
OFFICE / MEDICAL / HOSPITALITY
• Colliers L&A
• CB Richard Ellis
• Marriott Hotels
• Loews Hotel
• Rittenhouse Savoy
• Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
• Albert Einstein Hospital
• Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
RELIGIOUS / EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS
• Archdiocese of Philadelphia
• St. Basil Academy
• La Salle College High School
• University of Pennsylvania
• University of the Arts
• Goldey- Beacon College
• Art Institute and Culinary School
• Gloria Dei Lutheran Church
GOVERNMENT AGENCIES
• PGW
• Philadelphia Water Department
• South Jersey Gas
• SEPTA
• City of Philadelphia
“When we incorporated our business in 1980, I chose the name Santapaul for the corporation in honor of my two grand mothers, Santa and Pauline. They were both an inspiration to me when I was growing up. They were two of the hardest working, honest and devoted women I have ever known and I wanted to honor both of them. They taught me the value of a good day’s work, to treat people with honesty, and to always give your best. To this day we at LIMA Company strive to live by those values and always give our best to our employees and to our clients.”
– Bob Lima | Founder & President, Lima Company
“When we incorporated our business in 1980, I chose the name Santapaul for the corporation in honor of my two grand mothers, Santa and Pauline. They were both an inspiration to me when I was growing up. They were two of the hardest working, honest and devoted women I have ever known and I wanted to honor both of them. They taught me the value of a good day’s work, to treat people with honesty, and to always give your best. To this day we at LIMA Company strive to live by those values and always give our best to our employees and to our clients.”
– Bob Lima | Founder & President, Lima Company
| LIMA Cares Foundation
The Lima Cares Foundation was built on the premise of supporting our surrounding communities in which we work. We are always ready to partner with causes that better our community and the lives of those living in it. The Lima Cares Foundation prides itself on serving those who serve others.
Since our humble beginnings in 1976, Lima has partnered with a breadth of organizations in support of the arts, education for our youth, advancements in medical research, providing for the less fortunate, and supporting our honorary veterans. Lima Company is proud to support the following organizations listed below.
- Little Sisters of the Poor
- The Veteran’s Group
- St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
- Franklin Towne Charter School
- Disabled Veterans of the Delaware Valley
- Saint Basil Academy
- Independence Mission Schools
- Alleghany Valley School
- Drexel University ASE Program
- The ALS Association of Greater Philadelphia
- National Multiple Sclerosis Society
- University of the Arts
| LIMA Cares Foundation
The Lima Cares Foundation was built on the premise of supporting our surrounding communities in which we work. We are always ready to partner with causes that better our community and the lives of those living in it. The Lima Cares Foundation prides itself on serving those who serve others.
Since our humble beginnings in 1976, Lima has partnered with a breadth of organizations in support of the arts, education for our youth, advancements in medical research, providing for the less fortunate, and supporting our honorary veterans. Lima Company is proud to support the following organizations listed below.
- Little Sisters of the Poor
- The Veteran’s Group
- St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
- Franklin Towne Charter School
- Disabled Veterans of the Delaware Valley
- Saint Basil Academy
- Independence Mission Schools
- Alleghany Valley School
- Drexel University ASE Program
- The ALS Association of Greater Philadelphia
- National Multiple Sclerosis Society
- University of the Arts

“Lima Company has handled preventive maintenance and repairs for both plumbing and HVAC at the University of the Arts for over ten years. When I took over as VP of Facilities two years ago I eliminated a number of vendors and suppliers whose work, in my opinion, was not up to par. Lima Company was not one of those suppliers and in fact, we have significantly increased the work that Lima is responsible for. They always put the client first and look out for our needs. They have saved us money in both the short and long term. They regularly come up with ideas for savings that we would not have come up with on our own. I trust them and would highly recommend them to any facility manager.”
Phillip Van Cleave
Vice President, Facilities Management and Operations | University of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA

“We have worked with Lima Company for over ten years for all of our plumbing needs. They are responsive and a pleasure to work with. They recently helped us comply with new city regulations regarding yearly testing of back-flow prevention at each retail location. They helped identify all the stores affected by the new rules and we were able to be in full compliance quickly, efficiently with no problems. They are a great partner.”
Frank McGarrity
Facilities Support Services | Major Philadelphia Area Retailer