Gross Knows Blog
Our HVAC Experts Share Top Tips and Useful Facts
At the heart of our business is this motto: “The customer always comes first.” And we want to be the first company you turn to when you need help at home, so we’ve created this blog as a resource for information on everything from furnaces and boilers to thermostats, humidifiers, radon mitigation, and more. Our professionals share the latest industry news, home comfort advice, tips, and more. Just check this page every month, and you’ll know what Gross Knows! Filled with information that can help you stay comfortable and save money, our blog is available to you 24 hours a day—as are our technicians.
Dehumidifiers 101: Types of Units and Their Benefits
How can dehumidifiers keep you healthier and more comfortable at home? Find out with a little help from the pros at Gross Heating & Air Conditioning. The Benefits Dehumidifiers Bring As it removes excess moisture from the air, a dehumidifier provides many perks:...
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Heat Pump vs. Air Conditioner: Different Kinds of Cool
You might not know it by the name, but you can actually use a heat pump to help keep your home cool. When it’s time to install a new HVAC system in your home or business, you should consider both a heat pump and a conventional air conditioning system, and weigh your...
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Programmable and Wi-Fi Thermostats: How We’re Making Homes More Comfortable and Convenient
Once upon a time, options for controlling your home’s comfort were one-size-fits-all. Each home’s heating and cooling system was equipped with a basic, no-frills manual thermostat. If you wanted rooms cooler, you turned down the dial; if you wanted them warmer, you...
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Still Using an Old Air Conditioner? How the Refrigerant Phase Out Will Affect You
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is cracking down on air conditioning equipment that uses ozone-depleting chemicals. If your AC is more than 10 years old, it probably relies on a refrigerant called R-22—but not for long. R-22 is being phased out and will no...
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Repair or Replace Your Old Furnace or AC—That Is the Question
Heating and cooling systems can last up to 20 years, and you’ll likely have a few repairs along the way. But how many repairs are too many? The time will come when it’s no longer practical to fix an aging unit, and you’ll need to start shopping for a new one. It’s an...
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How to Find an HVAC Company You Can Trust
Before you make a big investment in a new heating or cooling system—and even before you call someone to come to your home and fix the one you have—do a little homework. It’s important to find an HVAC company you feel comfortable with. Online Reviews for Heating and...
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Radon Mitigation: Remove This Harmful Gas from Your Home
Radon is a natural but harmful gas that is common in Wisconsin homes, with most counties having moderate to high levels of this toxin in the soil. It can seep into your home through even the tiniest fault in your foundation and cause serious health problems, including...
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Why Your Home Needs an Air Quality Test
While you may love opening up your house and airing it out occasionally, windows are usually closed to keep your home comfortable, quiet, and safe. This limits ventilation and leads to indoor air that can be up to five times more polluted than outdoor air, as dust,...
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