Fireworks and Fireflies Returns Labor Day Weekend

Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / August 24, 2021

Fireworks & Fireflies is back for 2021. Although the event is typically scheduled in July, organizers decided to move the event to September to accommodate a larger crowd and help kick-off the Labor Day holiday weekend. And just like in 2019, Hanna Plumbing and Heating is the presenting sponsor!

This event is free to the public because of the sponsors who continue to support Fireworks…

Protecting the Health of Our Customers and Employees

Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / April 2, 2020

We know that plumbing and HVAC problems don’t wait and don’t follow CDC guidelines. Because of this, we are doing our best to serve our customers in a safe and conscientious manner. We want to assure you that we take our responsibility to protect our staff and customers from illness very seriously. We believe that by taking the precautions below we can help prevent illness from spreading, while still providing assistance for those who need our services.

Specific measures Hanna…

Hanna and Marion Cares

Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / December 10, 2019

Our team participated in the Marion Cares’ holiday gift drive; they purchased winter items for kids in the community.  We don’t just work in the community, we live here, and our children go to school with kids who may not have warm winter clothing. As a family-owned business, it was an easy decision for us to support those families in need in our community. We encourage you and your family to support Marion Cares or other local organizations this holiday season.

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Fireworks & Fireflies, Presented by Hanna Plumbing & Heating

Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / June 21, 2019

Join us July 3^rd at Klopfenstein Ampitheater in Lowe Park for the City of Marion’s Independence Day celebration, Fireworks & Fireflies. The event is free, open to the public, and we’re proud to say it’s presented by Hanna Plumbing & Heating!

Starting at 6PM, enjoy live music by The Bamboozlers, food from local food trucks, and family-friendly activities such as face painting and balloon art. Then at dusk, enjoy a beautiful professional fireworks display on…

Is Your Sump Pump Ready for Spring?

Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / March 8, 2019

We’re excited to welcome the warmer weather, but unfortunately, this change can cause a several problems regarding basements and flooding. Although you may think flooding only happens during heavy rain, it can also be caused by water from snow melt and saturated soil seeping through small cracks in your foundation.

If your home is prone to flooding, we recommend you take a few precautions with your sump pump to help mitigate the damage or to even prevent flooding entirely.

A sump pump’s job is to collect…

Is Your Bathroom ADA Compliant?

Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / February 20, 2019

Multi-level homes can be great for young, growing families, but inevitably as we age, our mobility begins to decline. ADA remodeling has benefits beyond allowing you to age in place. It can serve as a huge selling point, allowing the elderly or those with disabilities to use your home to the fullest extent. It also allows you to more easily host guests of all abilities, providing them with easier access to everything your home has to offer.

Often when we think of ADA remodeling, we…

Preparing your Home for Holiday Guests

Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / December 19, 2018

The holiday season is in full swing, but it’s not too late to start preparing your home for hosting friends and family. You may have already hosted guests this year and run into any number of issues (think a lack of hot water or weird garbage disposal issues), so we have a few tips to ensure you don’t encounter any catastrophic snags during the holiday season.

Supply Hot Water
Whether you enjoy hosting your family each year, or you dread spending time with your in-laws, having…

How to Use Your Garbage Disposal the Right Way

Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / November 16, 2018

We could write an entire series on the dos and don’ts of using your garbage disposal, but here are a few tips and tricks on how you can help prevent ruining your garbage disposal and how to know if there’s a problem. We tend to field more inquiries about broken garbage disposals around the holidays than any other time of the year. Many times, this is because we don’t always know what foods are “allowed” to be thrown down the garbage disposal. As a…

Flooding Prevention Tips

Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / September 17, 2018

If you’ve lived in or near Cedar Rapids, you may already know the area can be prone to flooding, especially near the Cedar River. While flood prevention isn’t always possible, there are a few steps you can take to mitigate the damage.

Check Your Sump Pump

Regularly checking your sump pump can prevent your basement from flooding. If you have a sump pump, inspect the sump pit to ensure it is clean and free of debris. Slowly pour a few gallons of water into the well…

How to Keep Your Air Conditioning Unit Running Efficiently

Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / July 23, 2018

The last thing you want to worry about during the sweltering summer months is how much money running your air conditioning unit is going to cost. In order to ease some of those worries, we’ve provided a few do-it-yourself tips to keep your air conditioning system running efficiently.

Move Your Thermostat

Your thermostat can sense heat from warm objects nearby such as light bulbs, televisions and sunlight through windows. Avoid placing your thermostat next to these items for a more accurate reading. An inaccurate temperature reading…