R J Groner

What R J Groner does

R.J. Groner Inc. is a third-generation, family-owned HVAC, plumbing, and home-comfort service company headquartered at 1 Katz Rd, Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, tracing its roots to D Katz & Sons, founded in 1929 from a family junkyard. The current entity assumed the R.J. Groner name in the 1960s following an acquisition and now operates under president and general manager Michael Katz, with service work concentrated in Monroe, Pike, Carbon, and Northampton counties and installations extending from the Lehigh Valley to the Wyoming Valley and Slate Belt. Its core offering spans heating (furnace repair/installation, heat pumps, boilers, geothermal, radiant floor), cooling (AC repair/installation, ductless mini-splits, central air), plumbing (drain cleaning, leak detection, sewer repair, water heaters, water filtration), and indoor air quality, delivered through a fully-stocked local fleet dispatched from Monroe County and supported by 24/7 live-operator phone coverage, online booking via ServiceTitan, and ongoing maintenance plan subscriptions. Revenue is generated through a mix of transactional professional services (diagnostic fees plus labor and parts), equipment sales and installation (with financing starting at $89/month), annual maintenance plan memberships, and hardware sales including an online HVAC filters store. The company holds factory-authorized dealer status across 15+ manufacturers (Carrier, Lennox, Trane, Rheem, Bosch, Mitsubishi, Amana, American Standard, Daikin, Fujitsu, Navien, Weil-McLain, Bradford White, Aprilaire, Energy Kinetics), maintains NATE and EPA-certified technicians, holds BBB A+ accreditation, and pursues utility rebate partnerships with PPL Electric Utilities and FirstEnergy Pennsylvania to drive high-efficiency mini-split demand. GTM is direct-to-consumer through outbound dispatch, inbound phone, online booking, content marketing (website, blog, podcast), and review/referral channels, targeting residential homeowners in the Pocono region of northeastern Pennsylvania.

Name

R J Groner

Legal name

R.J. Groner Inc.

Website

https://rjgroner.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1929

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

R.J. Groner Inc. is a third-generation, family-owned HVAC, plumbing, and home-comfort service company based in Stroudsburg, PA, delivering heating, cooling, plumbing, ductless, geothermal, and indoor air quality services to residential homeowners across Monroe, Pike, Carbon, and Northampton counties in northeastern Pennsylvania.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

HVAC and Plumbing Services

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (23822), Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (42373), Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies (Hydronics) Merchant Wholesalers (423720)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561)

akta.pro primary industry

Heat Pump Repair & Maintenance (HSAOAHAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Gas Piping Replacement & Re-Routing (HSAOAKAE), Sump Pump & Sewage Ejector Pump Service (HSAOABAM), Ductwork Installation & Replacement (Supply/Return) (HSAOAGAC)

Keywords

• HVAC services
• Plumbing services
• Heating installation
• Cooling services
• Residential home services

Headquarters

HQ city

Stroudsburg

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. HVAC Services: Revenue from heating, cooling, and air conditioning repair, maintenance, and installation services. Includes furnace repair, AC repair, heat pump services, geothermal systems, and ductless mini-split installations. Services are billed at diagnostic fees plus labor and parts, with upfront pricing provided before work begins.
2. Plumbing Services: Revenue from plumbing repair, maintenance, and installation including water heaters (tank and tankless), drain cleaning, leak detection, sewer repair, sump pumps, and fixture work. Billed on per-job basis with diagnostic fees and labor.
3. Maintenance Plans: Annual maintenance plan memberships offering priority scheduling, tune-ups, and exclusive member discounts with year-round protection for heating, cooling, and plumbing systems.
4. Equipment Sales and Installation: Revenue from selling and installing HVAC equipment including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, and water heaters. Financing options available for customers through partnerships.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

R.J. Groner Inc. provides residential HVAC and plumbing services in the Pocono region of Pennsylvania, including heating repair, installation and maintenance (furnaces, heat pumps, boilers, geothermal, radiant floor, dual-fuel), cooling services (AC repair, installation, maintenance, ductless mini-splits), and full plumbing (water heaters, drain cleaning, leak detection, sewer repair, sump pumps, water filtration). Revenue is generated primarily through professional service fees, with recurring revenue from annual maintenance plan memberships and equipment sales with financing options.

Product overview

R.J. Groner Inc. is a third-generation family-owned HVAC and plumbing service company offering a comprehensive portfolio of services for residential properties. The company provides heating services (furnace repair/installation, heat pumps, maintenance plans), cooling services (AC repair/installation/maintenance), plumbing services (boilers, drain cleaning, leak detection, water heaters, water filtration), and specialized systems (ductless mini-splits, geothermal, radiant floor heating, dual-fuel HVAC, indoor air quality solutions). As an authorized dealer for major brands including Carrier, Lennox, Trane, Rheem, Bosch, Mitsubishi, Amana, American Standard, Daikin, Fujitsu, Navien, Weil-McLain, and Bradford White, they install and service equipment across all major manufacturers. The company also offers maintenance membership plans and flexible financing options starting at $89/month.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Heating Services Comprehensive heating repair, installation, and maintenance for residential properties, including furnaces, heat pumps, boilers, and heating maintenance plans with extended warranties.
• Cooling Services Air conditioning repair, installation, and maintenance services for residential properties, including central AC, ductless mini-splits, geothermal, and window units.
• Plumbing Services Full plumbing services including boilers, drain cleaning, leak detection, sewer repair, sump pumps, toilet/shower/faucet repair, tankless and traditional water heaters, and water filtration systems for residential customers.
• Ductless Systems Ductless mini-split heating and cooling system sales, installation, and service, including Mitsubishi ductless products, with maintenance plans and extended warranties.
• Indoor Air Quality Solutions Solutions including air purifiers, UV lights, Aprilaire products, and comprehensive indoor air quality improvements for residential homes.
• Geothermal Systems Geothermal heating and cooling system installation and service, including Bosch heat pump configurations, allowing homeowners to eliminate oil dependency.
• Radiant Floor Heating Radiant floor heating system installation and service for residential properties.
• Dual-Fuel HVAC Systems Dual-fuel HVAC systems combining different heating sources (e.g., heat pump with gas furnace backup) for optimal efficiency in cold climates.
• Duct Cleaning & Sealing Ductwork cleaning and sealing services to improve HVAC efficiency and indoor air quality.
• Thermostats & Zoning Smart thermostat installation and HVAC zoning solutions for personalized comfort control across residential properties.
• Maintenance Plans Annual HVAC maintenance plan memberships offering priority scheduling, tune-ups, and exclusive member discounts for year-round protection of heating, cooling, and plumbing systems.
• Financing Options Flexible financing options for HVAC repairs and replacements, with plans as low as $89/month for new AC system installations.
• HVAC Filters Online Store Online e-commerce store selling HVAC filters and related supplies directly to customers via rjgroner.com/shop.

Named customers7 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CarriercoreTechnology or IntegrationFactory-authorized dealer relationship for heating and cooling equipment. Provides access to manufacturer training, warranty support, and authentic replacement parts for Carrier HVAC systems.
• LennoxcoreTechnology or IntegrationFactory-authorized dealer for Lennox heating and cooling equipment, enabling expert installation, service, and warranty support for Lennox systems.
• TranecoreTechnology or IntegrationFactory-authorized dealer relationship providing Trane HVAC equipment, training, and manufacturer-backed warranty support.
• RheemcoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized dealer for Rheem water heaters, furnaces, and cooling equipment with access to factory support and genuine parts.
• BoschcoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized dealer for Bosch heat pump systems, including geothermal and air-source heat pumps with factory training on installation and service.
• MitsubishicoreTechnology or IntegrationMitsubishi ductless mini-split dealer providing factory-authorized installation, service, and warranty support for Mitsubishi Electric systems including ductless and zoning solutions.
• Bradford WhitecoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized dealer for Bradford White water heaters, offering professional installation and service for residential and commercial water heating solutions.
• DaikincoreTechnology or IntegrationDuctless systems dealer providing Daikin heat pumps and mini-split systems with factory training and warranty support.
• FujitsucoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized ductless systems dealer for Fujitsu heat pumps and air conditioners with factory-authorized installation and service.
• NaviencoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized dealer for Navien gas boilers and water heaters, providing installation, service, and warranty support for high-efficiency condensing boilers.
• AmanacoreTechnology or IntegrationAmana Factory Dealer status providing unparalleled performance, true excellence in operations, product solutions and technical know-how for Amana HVAC systems.
• American StandardcoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized dealer for American Standard heating and cooling equipment, offering factory-backed installation and warranty support.
• Weil-MclaincoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized dealer for Weil-Mclain boilers and water heaters, providing installation and service for residential and commercial hydronic heating systems.
• Energy KineticscoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized dealer for Energy Kinetics high-efficiency boiler systems with factory training and support.
• Pocono Mountain Regional EMSminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partnership providing support and gratitude recognition. R.J. Groner backs local fire companies, youth sports programs, and organizations assisting local families in Monroe County.
• AWSOM (Pocono Youth Services)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity support partner - R.J. Groner backs local organizations including AWSOM that assist local families.
• PPL Electric UtilitiesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerUtility rebate partner offering $400 per outdoor unit for ENERGY STAR-certified mini-splits under 65,000 BTU. Helps customers access available rebates and incentives.
• FirstEnergy PennsylvaniaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerUtility rebate partner through Act 129 programs offering $900 per ton for standard mini-splits and $2,250 per ton for cold-climate models. Helps customers reduce net installation costs.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• HomeServe USA: Utility-affiliated home services plan administrator and contractor network manager. Adjacent — not a direct service competitor — but operates warranty/maintenance plan infrastructure and contractor dispatch that increasingly competes for residential HVAC and plumbing demand.

Direct peers

• Horizon Services: Regional residential HVAC, plumbing, and electrical service company serving the Mid-Atlantic. Direct peer on multi-trade service portfolio, same-day service positioning, and large installed-base maintenance plan economics.
• Len The Plumber: Regional direct-to-consumer plumbing and HVAC service company operating across the Mid-Atlantic. Comparable on multi-trade residential service model, 24/7 dispatch, technician-driven delivery, and brand-led marketing in the same Northeast corridor.
• One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning: National franchise network of residential HVAC service companies. Direct peer on HVAC service delivery model, technician-driven operation, and emergency/upsell positioning; competes for the same residential replacement and repair demand.
• Hutchinson Plumbing, Heating & Cooling: Long-established residential HVAC and plumbing service company operating in the greater Philadelphia and Bucks County region of Pennsylvania. Closest direct peer given overlapping service mix (heating, cooling, plumbing, generator services) and similar family-owned operating model in the same state.

Regional players

• Coolray Heating & Cooling: Large Southeast-focused residential HVAC service and replacement company. Comparable residential HVAC service, install, and maintenance plan business model with strong manufacturer partnerships; competing playbook if R.J. Groner were to scale beyond Pennsylvania.
• Michael & Son Services: Mid-Atlantic residential HVAC, plumbing, and electrical service company with a heavy brand-led marketing model (TV/radio). Comparable on multi-trade home services and same-day service positioning in the broader East Coast corridor.

Broad incumbents

• Roto-Rooter: National plumbing (and select HVAC) service franchise and direct company. Comparable on residential plumbing service delivery and emergency positioning; broader incumbent that competes on brand awareness and 24/7 dispatch.
• ARS / Rescue Rooter: Large multi-state residential HVAC, plumbing, and drain service operator (American Residential Services). Comparable multi-trade service offering and same-day/emergency positioning at significantly larger geographic scale.
• Mr. Rooter Plumbing: National residential and commercial plumbing franchise network. Comparable plumbing service delivery model with multi-region reach; broader incumbent competing for the same residential service wallet.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/rjgronerinc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/r-j-groner-inc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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