Rabe Hardware
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Rabe Hardware is an HVAC and solar contractor serving Blairstown, Iowa and surrounding communities with a 4.6-star rating drawn from 101 customer reviews. The business operates Monday through Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM, providing installation, maintenance, and repair services for residential and light commercial customers. Multiple reviewers specifically mention the team's willingness to explain technical processes in detail, with one customer noting the crew left no trace of their work after completing a solar array installation.
Jake and his field team consistently earn praise for and thoroughness, with reviewers noting the crew checked gutters unprompted and left properties clean. Another reviewer highlights Keaton Deneve's electrical work skill and ability to resolve complex issues, describing him as insightful and personable. The company appears to specialize in solar panel installations alongside traditional HVAC services.
Customers consistently name specific team members in positive reviews. Debra Shoopman mentions Kaleb Rabe's clear communication at the Northeast Iowa Home Show and Brandi's assistance navigating utility paperwork. Jake is repeatedly cited for taking time to explain how solar systems work and for continuing to answer questions after installation completion. The crew completed one residential solar array in a single day.
What Customers Say
All five sampled reviewers award 5 stars, with each mentioning a named technician: Jake, Keaton Deneve, Kaleb Rabe, or Brandi. Reviewers praise electrical expertise, same-day completion, and post-sale responsiveness. The 4.6 aggregate rating from 101 reviews indicates occasional lower scores not reflected in these selected examples.
Working Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 6 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–5 PM |
| FridayToday | 6 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
Services
Solar Panel Installation
Complete residential solar array design, permitting, and installation completed in a single day according to reviewers.
HVAC Installation & Replacement
Heating and cooling system installation for residential and light commercial properties.
Electrical Work for Solar
Keaton Deneve performs electrical connections and system hookups for solar installations.
System Maintenance & Tune-Ups
Preventive maintenance services to keep HVAC and solar systems operating at peak efficiency.
Utility Rebate & Incentive Processing
Assistance navigating MidAmerican Energy paperwork and rebate applications.