Updated: Jun 28, 2026
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317 Locust Street, Blairstown, IA, 52209
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Rabe Hardware Construction
Founded in Blairstown, Iowa in 1979, Rabe Hardware Inc has evolved from a small town hardware store and heating shop into a full-service mechanical contractor serving residential and commercial clients across Eastern Iowa. The company’s services include installation and repair for solar energy systems, geothermal heating and cooling, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and fireplaces. Technicians at Rabe Hardware are professionally trained and work with all major brands, providing same-day service when needed. All installations are performed according to manufacturer specifications, ensuring compliance and reliability. Rabe Hardware serves a broad area within Eastern Iowa and is locally owned and family operated, combining decades of mechanical contracting experience with a commitment to serving both new construction and existing properties.
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Rabe Hardware Inc Contact Information
Phone Number: (319) 454-6974
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Address: 317 Locust Street, Blairstown, IA 52209
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Rabe Hardware Inc Blairstown
Quality
112
97th percentile
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Rabe Hardware Inc has a BuildZoom score of 112, which places them above 97% of 39,764 contractors in Iowa.
Activity
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17 projects
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2025 |
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20 projects
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2024 |
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47 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Rabe Hardware Inc has worked on at least
84.0 projects over the past 3 years.
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This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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3 projects
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Kitchen remodels |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Rabe Hardware Inc mostly works on
kitchen remodel
projects.
Pricing
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59 projects
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< $5k |
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17 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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5 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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1 project
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$50k-$100k |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $2,500. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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7.6kw 14 module ground mount solar array 26.3x11 with electrical connection on parcel 171143500700000 (506 w south st) connected to pe25-064
Valuation:
$2,000
Permit #:
PB25-0084
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Above & underground waste plumbing in schedule 40 pcv pvc floor drain in unisex bathroom reuse stall partitions. install 4 stools 1 urinal 3 lav sinks 1 shower and 3 sinks in kitchen. 3 panasonic bathroom vents mens womens unisex bathroom. reroute plumbing vent pipe currently in hallway. vent kitchen range vent out east wall
Valuation:
$16,800
Permit #:
PLMC23-0070
Status:
complete
Fee:
$303
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Install a new 7.6kw (20 module) roof top solar array. zoning note: a solar collection system shall not exceed by more than three feet the maximum height permitted in the zoning district in which it is located or shall not extend more than 12 inches above the roofline of the structure upon which it is mounted whichever is less
Valuation:
$22,000
Permit #:
BLDR-002780-2022
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Photovoltaic roof
Building Type:
N/A
Install a 3kw (6 module) roof mounted solar array. zoning note: a solar collection system shall not exceed by more than three feet the maximum height permitted in the zoning district in which it is located or shall not extend more than 12 inches above the roofline of the structure upon which it is mounted whichever is less
Valuation:
$7,000
Permit #:
BLDR-001941-2022
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Photovoltaic roof
Building Type:
N/A
Gut main floor (dining/living room-kitchen-entry/foyer-hallway-1/2 bath-laundry room-living room w/fireplace-sunroom-office) - replace 5 damaged trusses/wall sheathing on single family dwelling - remove 3 windows (no bedrooms) & install 4 windows (kitchen/office) - increase existing opening between dining/living room & sunroom - replace ceiling throughout 2nd floor please call 286-583... see more
Valuation:
$17,000
Permit #:
MECR-001017-2022
Status:
expired
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Building permit
Building Type:
N/A
Main floor remodel - replace cabinets - same location replace interior doors & trim remove some drywall. please call 319-286-5831 for framing and final inspections
Valuation:
$7,000
Permit #:
MECR-000544-2023
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Building permit
Building Type:
N/A
50 module 20kw ground mount solar array. 1-20x11 row & 1-53 x11 row. mount vernon requires landscaping be placed around the ground mount solar array per the master overlay plan
Valuation:
$51,000
Permit #:
PB23-0484
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Install a 5kw (16 module) roof top solar array. zoning note: a solar collection system shall not exceed by more than three feet the maximum height permitted in the zoning district in which it is located or shall not extend more than 12 inches above the roofline of the structure upon which it is mounted whichever is less. zoning: t-r1
Valuation:
$16,000
Permit #:
BLDR-008927-2021
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Photovoltaic roof
Building Type:
N/A
Install a new 7.6kw (20 module) roof top solar array. zoning note: a solar collection system shall not exceed by more than three feet the maximum height permitted in the zoning district in which it is located or shall not extend more than 12 inches above the roofline of the structure upon which it is mounted whichever is less. zoning: s-rll
Valuation:
$21,000
Permit #:
BLDR-000840-2021
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Photovoltaic roof
Building Type:
N/A
Finish electrical rough-in and plumbing & install drywall in basement & in bonus room above the garage. basement framing & bonus space rough-in was completed when the home was built
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLDR23-0056
Status:
complete
Fee:
$172
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential plumbing - alterations remodels & repairs
2023-06-26
Basement shower plumbing water line for ice maker basement fridge. gas pipe run to patio for future fire pit and outdoor kitchen
Valuation:
$3,000
Permit #:
PLMR23-0007
Status:
complete
Fee:
$78
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential electrical - alterations remodels & repairs
2025-05-29
Whole home generator with auto transfer switch
Valuation:
$9,000
Permit #:
ELER25-0036
Status:
complete
Fee:
$78
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New kitchen cabinets update fixtures in bathroom new hardwood flooring patch plaster fix ceiling in kitchen move some duct pipes added stoop to permit 5/31/2024
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLDR24-0116
Status:
expired
Fee:
$782
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
90 module 34.2kw ground mount solar array. 150 x 11
Valuation:
$4,000,939
Permit #:
PB22-0926
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential mechanical - alterations remodel & repairs
2022-08-15
Geothermal radiant infloor heating along with forced air air handlers and hrvs
Valuation:
$129,812
Permit #:
MEC20-00037
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,970
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Install a new 3kw (12 module) roof top solar array. zoning note: a solar collection system shall not exceed by more than three feet the maximum height permitted in the zoning district in which it is located or shall not extend more than 12 inches above the roofline of the structure upon which it is mounted whichever is less. zoning: s-rl1
Valuation:
$11,000
Permit #:
BLDR-023730-2020
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Photovoltaic roof
Building Type:
N/A
Install a new 5kw (20 module) solar array. zoning note: a solar collection system shall not exceed by more than three feet the maximum height permitted in the zoning district in which it is located or shall not extend more than 12 inches above the roofline of the structure upon which it is mounted whichever is less. zoning: s-rl1
Valuation:
$18,824
Permit #:
BLDR-016232-2020
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Photovoltaic roof
Building Type:
N/A
Residential electrical - alterations remodels & repairs
2025-03-17
New 200a meter and new electrical panel
Valuation:
$3,000
Permit #:
ELER25-0004
Status:
complete
Fee:
$78
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential plumbing - alterations remodels & repairs
2025-09-09
Gas piping for whole home generator
Valuation:
$1,000
Permit #:
PLMR25-0008
Status:
expired
Fee:
$78
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential electrical - alterations remodels & repairs
2025-03-17
New 200a panel & 200a meter socket
Valuation:
$3,000
Permit #:
ELER25-0005
Status:
complete
Fee:
$78
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | GC-0149 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Oelwein |
| Type | Contractor License |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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Verified License
| License # | EL010113MB |
| Status | Active |
| State | Iowa |
| Type | Class B |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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Verified License
| License # | EL010113EC |
| Status | Active |
| State | Iowa |
| Type | Electrical Contractor |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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| License # | C131568 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Iowa |
| Type | Contractor |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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| Status | Active |
| State | Iowa |
| Type | Electrical |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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| License # | 50679-CL |
| Status | Active |
| State | Iowa |
| Type | Plumbing And Mechanical |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Iowa |
| Type | Master Plumbing |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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Inactive License
| License # | C096731 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Iowa |
| Type | Contractor |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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112
BuildZoom Score
Bonded
| Bond Value | $1 |
442
Permits
- Building permit records show that Rabe Hardware Inc has worked on 442 permitted projects.
Rabe Hardware Inc Employees
BB
Brandi Bell
ER
Erika L Rabe
Owner/Officer
JR
Jason D Rabe
Owner/Officer
JR
Jason D Rabe, Erika L Rabe
Owner
JR
Jason Rabe
Owner
TE
Troy Enochson
Master Of Record