Solar Systems – A smart business investment!

If you’ve traveled through Iowa recently, you probably noticed an increase in the number of solar installations popping up. According to the Iowa Solar Energy Trade Association (ISETA), Iowa has more small-scale distributed solar than most Midwest and Plains states. In fact, the number of solar systems installed in Iowa grew 28% from 2017 to 2018; and of that, nearly 6% were commercial installations.

Once thought of as too expensive for a small to medium sized business, solar is now widely ...

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December 3, 2019

Celebrating 40 Years & Counting!

Ever since it was founded by brothers, Leo and Jack Rabe; Rabe Hardware has been a family owned and operated company. Leo’s son, Jake Rabe, grew up in the family business and at an early age began showing interest in home mechanical services. In 1994, after serving as an F-18 Fighter Jet Mechanic in the Gulf War, Jake and his wife, Erika, became owners of Rabe Hardware.

Under Jake’s leadership, the company has significantly expanded services to include far more than could have been imagined ...

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December 3, 2019

A 2019 Fastest Growing Company

(BLAIRSTOWN, IOWA – JUNE 14, 2019)

Rabe Hardware is proud to announce that it has been named to the Corridor Business Journal’s annual list of Top 25 Fastest Growing Companies in the Iowa City-Cedar Rapids Creative Corridor.

“We are grateful to receive and share this honor with a remarkable group of companies. We attribute our growth and success over the last 40 years to our team of talented and dedicated employees and all our loyal customers who continue to put their trust ...

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December 3, 2019

Rabe’s 2018 Christmas Gift List

Christmas is less than 2 weeks away and you know what that means…. crunch time! If you’re like the majority of Americans, there is still much to do before that magical day. According to the National Retail Federation (NFR), 88% of Americans still have shopping to do between December 12th-December 25th.

“Even though many consumers got a headstart with holiday shopping early in the season, millions more are leaving their gift buying the last minute and beyond.” ...

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December 3, 2019

Follow us on Instagram!

Do yourself a favor and head over to Instagram to follow @RabeHardware.

Here we’ll keep you up-to-date on the latest promotions, new products, as well as energy savings and home comfort tips. You’ll get a behind the scenes peek at some of our project installations and perhaps, some of you will remember to tag us in your next Rabe Hardware project photos.

We look forward to seeing you on Instagram!

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December 3, 2019

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 time to schedule a tune-up this Fall, even if you think your system is fine, can help detect any small problems before they ...

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December 3, 2019

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 Amercian dealers with the celebrated Centurion Award. Dealers that are considered for this award are community leaders who embody the Lennox brand promise in their market. They set the standard for customer service, installation quality, and execute an annual plan that drives growth through ...

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December 3, 2019

Rabe Hardware Honored by Enertech Global for Promoting GeoComfort Geothermal Systems

(GREENVILLE, IL – June 1, 2017) – Local residents don’t have to look far to find a highly qualified geothermal installer to help them reduce their carbon footprint and save money on monthly utilities. Enertech Global, manufacturer of GeoComfort geothermal heating and cooling systems, hosted its annual Dealer Meeting in May, recognizing its top dealers from 2016.

Central Iowa business, Rabe Hardware, is one of the nation’s premier geothermal installers, having earned the Double Platinum Award and the Sales Champion ...

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Montigo Fireplace Line at Rabe Hardware, Vinton, IA

December 3, 2019

Rabe Hardware Makes Room For Montigo Fireplace Line

Rabe Hardware’s “Home Comfort Headquarters” located in downtown Vinton, IA, has undergone a fresh new remodel to launch the unveiling of a new fireplace product line called Montigo. Montigo fireplaces bring quality, beauty, and warmth to the environment. Established in 1976, the privately held company specializes in standard and custom manufactured gas fireplaces for commercial and residential spaces. There extensive line includes; more than 70 fireplace styles – anything from contemporary to traditional, top quality accessories to enhance appearance and ...

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December 14, 2016

Your Solution for Energy Savings

As the demand for energy continues to grow each year, it should be no surprise that the importance of energy consumption and efficiency has become more critical. With the cost of electricity expected to rise in the future due to federal regulations in support of climate change; energy efficiency is quickly becoming the cheapest and fastest way to cut energy bills while reducing carbon pollution.

Here at Rabe Hardware, we’ve seen a steady shift in homeowner’s attitudes ...

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Heidi Jones

17:14 27 Oct 17

We've had Rabe Hardware install or repair multiple projects in our house: whole-home generator, air purification system, water softener, sump pump. But our latest project was a mini split heating/cooling system in our master bathroom. My husband and I had a dilemma... our master bathroom is chilly in the morning, so we've been using a space heater. Probably not a great idea to combine electricity just feet from an open shower. However after a shower and blow drying long hair, I'm SUPER hot! Hot/cold, Hot/cold...what's the answer?! I contacted Rabe Hardware and asked about a mini split heating/cooling system. Problem was, outside-facing wall space was limited in our master bathroom. This did not deter the Rabe team from searching to find a different model of mini split that not only looks FABULOUS and CONTEMPORARY, but solves our not-so-agreeable temperature needs. I can't say enough about the Rabe team's work ethic and attention to detail. From the minute they arrived, they are professional, competent and work so efficiently. They involve us in all decision making to ensure we won't have any surprises after installation. Everything is done with such precision, including tarps laid down to protect our carpet. Everything is cleaned up practically better than before they arrived. The guys were so great in explaining the remote control settings. The real test came the next morning. Overnight temps dropped to the 30s. We close our bathroom door at night to block out the light. It was a chilly 64 degrees in there to start! We fired up the mini split to "jet" heat mode, and 10 minutes later? A balmy 77 degrees! No shivering in the shower! AND... we were pleasantly surprised to see, even in heat mode, it combated the humidity! Our shower is open with dual shower heads, so before, even with the vent running, mirrors were fogged over and the light fixtures and counter top were literally sweating with humidity. Best investment we've ever made! Thank you Rabe Hardware!!

Ryan Wheeler

16:00 18 Nov 17

Our 15yr old geothermal heat pump was dying. Replacing it is a big investment so we were taking bids. Rabe was our third. While they were a little higher than the other two, the time Jake took to explain things and his passion for the technology sold us. My wife took it a step further: "That's someone I'd give my house keys to. If he hires people like him, I don't care if their bid comes back higher, that's who I want to work with." We ended up adding air cleaning and other systems Jake recommended, that others didn't even mention, and have been so glad we did. Rabe was nothing but professional from beginning to end, including communications which is rare for contractors. (Too often a contractor calls at the last minute to say a job has gone long and they're just now realizing they can't make the scheduled date.) They handled all the paperwork for tax credits and rebates; it was completely transparent to us. A few months later when part of the old system fractured where the new system connects to it, I was afraid they'd say it wasn't covered by warranty because it was part of the old system. Nope, they were here with the same responsiveness and professionalism and fixed it. It's been a year and we're positively thrilled. Probably going to get a wood stove next year and Rabe will get our business, no questions asked.

Colleen Fangman

14:23 27 Dec 17

I had an amazing experience from beginning to end. I started with a water heater replacement and after how great it was working with RABE, I also replaced my furnace and AC. My questions were answered, time was taken to explain different options, and everyone was very patient. RABE even came when they said they would, started on time, and brought extra people in to complete the work in one day. What I appreciated most was the clean up process. I came home and I never knew anyone was here working. Sheets were placed on the carpet so dirt wasn't tracked in and the guys even vacuumed when they were done. WOW! Jeremy put together different options in a neat and organized way that allowed me to understand what I was getting. They completed all the Rebate paperwork and submitted it for me. I wouldn't go anywhere else. Thank you for the amazing work! I will continue to have my work completed through RABE!

jorge amaya

13:12 25 Jul 17

Very pleased with them, they fixed my electrical problem. Next time I know who to call. You guys are awesome thanks you much

Bob Adams

18:17 09 Oct 17

Outstanding!!! They were professional, efficient, and had a great work ethic.

Deven Markley

21:20 14 May 18

Moved to a new house last Sept. and called for an a/c and furnace tune up in May. Easily worked into a Friday afternoon I had off. Helpful staff got the a/c tune up complete quickly. Checked in a few times to let me know what parts he needed to replace and where he was with the process. Once that was done, he recommended we wait for the furnace until the fall. Said it was a better use of my money at that time. Appreciate the honesty and the great customer service!

Shawn PInk

17:39 26 Nov 18

Very knowledgeable and helpful staff!!!! Answered all my questions and were very polite!!

Charles Pelton

21:25 05 Feb 19

This is the second awesome experience that I have had with Rabe. This time I had a frozen waste line due to the harsh cold and also a flooding boiler room. 3 men came within hours of my call. They were all very patient and friendly, worked fast and fixed my broken boiler so that it heats better than it ever has. And then called the next morning an hour and a half before they even opened to make sure everything was okay. Love these guys!!!!! Edwards charged me incorrectly and told me they didn't need my business when I asked for a written estimate, I'm so glad!!!!!! I would never have found these awesome people otherwise. THANK YOU Rabe Hardware.

Jerald McCaw

20:27 29 Apr 19

Jake knows his stuff.

Robin Menster

23:31 30 Oct 19

We were looking at options for Solar panels for our home. A friend recommended we contact Rabe Hardware to make sure they thought it was a good option for our home. Jake responded back to our phone call right away and within 3 days we had a formal quote and had signed up to have Rabe install our solar system. Jake was by far the most knowledgeable on solar systems than any of the other 3 companies we contacted. This process went way smoother and faster than we thought it would. Troy and his crew that installed the system were very professional (even dealt with our Shepherd wanting to help out). Jonny in the office kept us updated all the way thru the process and it was usually daily we had contact. Rabe is an A+ company to deal with. Anyone wanting to investigate solar needs to make sure to look at Rabe. You won't be disappointed.

Zach V

03:21 22 Nov 19

I have nothing but great things to say about this company. It has been a little over a year since our geothermal installation and it has worked flawlessly. The sales guy and installation crew were great to work with and really know their stuff. Jeff has been our service guy since and he is awesome. Rabe Hardware is fast, efficient, reliable and simply the best eastern Iowa has to offer. I've recommended Rabe to several people and will continue to do so. Thank you for proving to me that quality and great service is still a thing.

kevin pauly

17:03 05 Dec 19

After several inquiries with other Solar company's we decided to go with Rabe Hardware. There responsiveness and attention to the details to gain our business was clearly our deciding factor. The installation is now complete and we couldn't be happier. Professionalism, courteous and quality of work set's them apart from most.

Brian Lehmann

23:56 09 Dec 19

We used Rabe with a recommendation of a neighbor and am five-star pleased. Kaleb was excellent at providing clear and reasonable options. The installation team were superb. We’ve used both AC and now heat this season and love the Lennox product we chose for efficiency/cost, comfort, and quiet. I highly recommend Rabe Hardware. And yes, they service Iowa City.