While many of us may believe that the reason why so much energy is still generated by gas and coal power plants is basic economics: these fuels are less expensive. However, while this notion was formerly correct, it has been disproved by a dramatic drop in solar and wind energy costs over the last decade. […]
3 Things YOU can do to keep your furnace working efficiently
As well as having an annual furnace maintenance check, there is some regular maintenance that you can do yourself to ensure your furnace stays in good working order. Replace air filters This is probably the most important do-it-yourself item that will keep your furnace operating efficiently and ensure the air circulating through your home […]
Don’t Be Surprised by Surging Heat Bills
Prepare yourself for skyrocketing heat bills this winter. According to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA), home heating bills are expected to jump more than 50% compared to last year. Due to recent supply and demand issues, prices for propane, heating oil, natural gas and other fuels are surging worldwide. When you couple this with […]
Is Your Furnace Ready for Winter?
It’s always better to stop problems before they start, and when it comes to your homes heating system, you don’t want to be left in the cold. An annual furnace inspection and tune-up, performed by a licensed and qualified HVAC technician, will ensure your system is clean, safe and performing at maximum efficiency. Taking the […]
Exciting News from Lennox
Rabe Hardware is proud to announce that we recently received the prestigious 2016 Centurion Award as well as the 2016 Healthy Climate Sales Award from Lennox. Each year, Lennox honors the top 6% of all its North American dealers with the celebrated Centurion Award. Dealers that are considered for this award are community leaders who […]
5 Tips to Go Green and Save Green this Earth Day
Earth Day has been celebrated on April 22nd for the last 45 years to provide awareness on climate change, sustainability and energy efficiency. It’s about a movement to consciously take action on a daily basis to reduce our negative effects on our environment. Consider the impact you could have on our planet by integrating “green living” into your daily life, […]
2015 Oldest Furnace Contest Winner
RABE HARDWARE ANNOUNCES 2015 OLDEST FURNACE CONTEST WINNER One lucky Eastern Iowa resident wins a free energy-efficient Lennox furnace. Rabe Hardware, Eastern Iowa’s most trusted residential and commercial mechanical contractor, has declared a winner in the company’s “Oldest Furnace Contest.” The promotion, which ran in conjunction with Rabe Hardware’s “Vinton Showroom Grand Reopening”, offered a […]
Vinton Showroom Grand Reopening – Press Release
RABE HARDWARE’S VINTON GRAND REOPENING NOVEMBER 20TH Eastern Iowa’s one stop showroom for all your heating and fireplace needs. [Vinton, IA] Rabe Hardware’s Home Comfort Headquarters located in Vinton, Iowa, invites the community to their official grand reopening celebration on November 20th from 4pm to 7pm at 112 W. 4th Street in downtown Vinton, Iowa. The […]
Oldest Furnace Contest 2015 – Press Release
RABE HARDWARE TO GIVE AWAY A NEW, ENERGY-EFFICIENT FURNACE IN OLDEST FURNACE CONTEST Contest gives residents in Eastern Iowa a chance to win a new energy-efficient Lennox furnace [Vinton, IA] Rabe Hardware, Eastern Iowa’s most trusted residential and commercial mechanical contractor, announces a new contest searching for the area’s oldest working home furnace. The Oldest […]
Fall HVAC Maintenance Tips
Is your HVAC system ready for the Winter? Don’t get stuck in the cold. Fall is the perfect time to prepare your system for the heating season. Get your heating system ready for winter, reduce energy costs and improve home comfort with Rabe Hardware’s Fall HVAC Maintenance Tips. Check and Replace Filters Changing your unit’s filters will […]
