Baxter Comfort Solutions

Baxter Comfort Solutions is one of the leading contractors serving Baxter, IA and the surrounding areas with HVAC, geothermal, and plumbing services. We are fully certified and licensed with the state of Iowa, and are SAVE-certified by Alliant Energy to test and document HVAC efficiency. We offer high quality repairs, great warranties, and the most energy-efficient installations available anywhere at any price. But what truly separates us from other contractors is the quality of our installations and our customer service that continues to bring people back to us year after year.

Boilers have a long history of providing heat to homes and other buildings. However, they are not as common as furnaces, which remain the heating system found the most frequently in houses around the country. This isn't because furnaces are better than boilers, however. For many homeowners, a boiler is the superior choice for comfort and provides numerous advantages. You may already use a boiler, or you might be considering the option for your house. In either case, we recommend you give us a call.

Ever since the first wood and coal-burning furnaces were built in homes and took over the old job of the fireplace, furnaces have remained the most popular way to provide central heating-and they're unlikely to give up the top slot any time soon. You probably have lived most of your life in homes where furnaces provided winter warmth. If your current house uses a furnace, or you are considering having a furnace installed, put your confidence in Baxter Comfort Solutions for the help you need. We are an experienced heating contractor with a team of licensed technicians at the ready.

More and more homes are turning from the standard furnace-and-air conditioner HVAC systems to using heat pumps. A heat pump is a comfort system that combines both heating and cooling functions in a single unit. You only have to make a single adjustment on the thermostat to change the heat pump from a powerful air conditioning system into an energy-efficient heating system. If you're considering a heat pump installation for your home, we're the people to call: we'll help you find out if a heat pump is ideal for your needs and then see that you have the best model installed.

Flooding in the basements and crawlspaces of homes is a serious problem that can create long-term water damage and short-term loss of many valuables. Unfortunately, flooding is common during the rainy season and in the spring when the snow melts. There are different approaches you can take to avoid flooding in your home, such as making sure you have a good set of rain gutters. But perhaps the best defense against flooding in a basement or crawlspace-and a good defense against moisture build-up in general-is to have professional plumbers install a sump pump.

Sump pumps are employed to help prevent basement flooding. The protection they offer is especially important in finished basements containing recreation rooms, offices, and bedrooms. As the water table rises and falls through the seasons, the pump collects excess water and moves it away from your home's foundation. A variety of pumps and sizes are available including water powered and battery powered back up models for use in areas prone to power outages. We'll be happy to evaluate your needs and help you select the correct sump pump for your home.

An important part of providing heating, air conditioning, and ventilation services to homes is working with thermostats. These devices are the control panels where homeowners can instruct and interact with the comfort system. Unfortunately, homeowners all too often keep out-of-date or miscalibrated thermostats around, unaware that they are negatively affecting their utility bills and comfort. The answer to any thermostat issues that you may encounter is to call on Baxter Comfort Solutions. We're licensed, trained, and experienced HVAC professionals providing service to Baxter, IA and throughout the "golden circle" between Ames, Marshalltown, Newton, and Des Moines.

Although some homes today have ductless HVAC systems, this is a rare situation. The great majority of houses have a ventilation system to handle the circulation of air around the rooms and the distribution of heating and cooling. Dust, dirt, pet dander, lint, and other particles also circulate in the air, and much of it gets caught in the ducts. The build-up will eventually be large enough to create trouble for your home. When that happens, you'll need to contact professionals for duct cleaning services.

An outdoor pool is a wonderful luxury for a home. It's not only a perfect place to relax or exercise, but it's also a fantastic centerpiece for parties during the summer and adds immensely to the value of your home. You want to get the most use out of your pool as possible during the year. Although you won't be able to use it during the deeps of winter, you can stretch its use into the cooler months of spring and fall with an effective pool heater -and you'll be able to enjoy it in the summer evenings as well.

An essential part of the plumbing for a home is the water line that carries fresh water from a municipal source and into the pipes that run to faucets, showerheads, and appliances. The water line is durable but not indestructible. It can develop breaks and leaks from tree root infiltration, soil shifting, and corrosion. Pipes in houses built pre-1970 are often made from metals prone to decay. At some point, you may need to call on professional plumbers to repair the water line or even replace it.