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How to Prepare Your Electrical System for Spring

January 28, 2026

Key Takeaways: As winter ends, it is important to inspect your electrical system for any damage that may have occurred due to snow, ice, and cold temperatures. Preparing your outdoor electrical components, such as outlets and lighting, is crucial for ensuring safety as you begin to spend more time outside. A professional electrical inspection can … Continued

The Complete Guide to Outlet Safety in Your Home

January 21, 2026

Key Takeaways: Understanding the different types of electrical outlets, such as GFCI and AFCI, is essential for ensuring the safety of your home and complying with electrical codes. Regularly inspecting your outlets for signs of wear, damage, or overheating can prevent serious electrical hazards, including fires and electrical shock. For families with young children, installing … Continued

Is a Home Service Membership Worth It? What Iowa Homeowners Should Know Before Joining

January 16, 2026

A home service membership is worth it for many Iowa homeowners because it helps prevent breakdowns, provides priority scheduling, lowers long term repair costs, and offers peace of mind during extreme weather. The value comes from consistent care, predictable benefits, and support when you need it most. Why More Iowa Homeowners Are Choosing Service Memberships … Continued

Water Heater Troubleshooting: What You Can Try Before Calling Holt

January 16, 2026

Before calling a professional, homeowners can safely troubleshoot basic water heater issues such as checking the thermostat, inspecting the power or gas supply, testing the pilot light or breaker, and looking for visible leaks. If problems persist or involve pressure, gas, or major leaks, professional service is the safest option. Why Water Heater Problems Always … Continued

When to Call a Pro? Plumbing Emergencies vs DIYs in the Dead of Winter

January 16, 2026

During winter, you should call a professional plumber immediately for frozen pipes, burst pipes, sewer backups, water heater failures, or any situation involving active water damage. DIY fixes are only safe for minor issues that do not risk flooding, freezing, or system damage. Why Winter Changes the Rules for Plumbing Problems Winter is the most … Continued

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New Year’s Plumbing Resolutions: 5 Goals for Your Home

January 16, 2026

New Year’s plumbing resolutions help homeowners prevent leaks, avoid emergency repairs, lower utility bills, and extend the life of their plumbing systems. Focusing on inspections, efficiency, maintenance habits, and early warning signs creates a safer, more reliable home all year long. Why Set Plumbing Resolutions at the Start of the Year? The beginning of the … Continued

Why Your Circuit Breaker Keeps Tripping

January 14, 2026

Key Takeaways: A circuit breaker that trips frequently is a clear sign of an underlying electrical issue, such as an overloaded circuit, a short circuit, or a ground fault. While an occasional trip due to a temporary overload may not be a cause for alarm, persistent tripping requires immediate attention to prevent potential fire hazards. … Continued

Home Electrical Safety Checklist for Winter

January 7, 2026

Key Takeaways: Winter conditions significantly increase the risk of electrical hazards due to heightened indoor electricity consumption and exposure of outdoor components to harsh weather. A thorough inspection of your home’s electrical system, including heating equipment, extension cords, and circuit breakers, is crucial for preventing fires and ensuring safety. While some basic safety checks can … Continued

Why Your Water Softener Needs a Holiday Checkup

December 4, 2025

Key Takeaways: Holiday hosting increases water usage, making a water softener checkup essential for consistent water quality and flow. A well-maintained system protects appliances, reduces mineral buildup, and prevents plumbing issues during peak demand. Early maintenance ensures your home stays comfortable and efficient through winter and the holiday rush. As the holidays approach, most homeowners … Continued

How Sediment Impacts Your Water Heater (and What You Can Do)

December 4, 2025

Key Takeaways: Sediment buildup reduces efficiency, increases energy costs, and shortens the lifespan of your water heater. Regular flushing and preventive maintenance are essential for avoiding long-term damage. Recognizing early signs of sediment problems helps prevent leaks, noise, and unexpected hot water loss. Water heaters work quietly behind the scenes, providing your home with hot … Continued

"I highly recommend Holt! I needed my water heater replaced, and they came out and took the time to discuss all of my options and to make sure that I fully understood everything about the project. They did quality work, with all of the plumbing in traditional copper. That was important to me because I didn't want any of that PEX in my home! My entire basement looks cleaner and tidier because of the work they did! I was also very impressed that they didn't talk down to me as a woman. I like to do my own appliance maintenance and repairs when possible, and they respected my desire to understand everything about the installation and the prospective maintenance into the future."

Karen

"Holt heating and air conditioning installed our heating and air conditioning system and now we have the maintenance program with them. All the different people we'd have had out to do the semi annual maintenance have been courteous and professional in there attire and speaking to us. I would use them for other services in a heartbeat."

Pam

"Looking for a no fluff, no BS review of Holt? I got you... Over the past 15 years I've been a home owner, We've tried more companies that I could count. Lots of shady businesses out there... We were coming of a brand new HVAC installation just two years ago and the previous company completely botched it. It had problems within a month of installation and they were completely MIA. We ran it as long as we could to try and recoup the some cost, but it was a constant worry. Decided to give Holt a chance and we're so glad we did! Yes, they were more expensive, but it's the classic "you get what you pay for". 100% worth it! It's so hard to find a company that has the perfect mix of quality, punctuality, and honesty and Holt nails it. I genuinely appreciate their level of service and will pay a bit more to have someone I have the utmost confidence in doing the right thing. You should definitely give them a look if you need heating, cooling, or plumbing work."

Michael N.

"We had never heard of Holt Heating and Plumbing until today. We had an emergency and needed service immediately and Holt was available. Israel was our technician and he was amazing! They will have our business for years to come! Thanks Israel and Holt!"

Rhonda

"The best experience you could ever ask for. Nick is very skilled and knowledgeable about his industry. We were in a challenging situation and Holt and Nick were there to help us. Nick is very professional, extremely polite and friendly and very skilled. Thank you all so very much"

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