About
In 1953, Tim Brandt founded Brandt Sheet Metal Co. in his parents’ garage and with $40. He started the business with one conviction–his customers. The $40 disappeared quickly, but the conviction grew stronger.
Tim moved Brandt Sheet Metal Co. three times, in 1953 to East Market Street, in 1956 to North Linn Street, and finally in 1966 to its current home on Highland Court. In 1961, he changed the name to Brandt Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc and tagged it with the slogan “Only the rich can afford poor heat”.
Tim retired in 2002 in which his son, Bill, succeeded him as President. He continues to build upon the foundation of customer service as its highest priority. Now with the 2nd and 3rd generations, Bill, TJ, James, Alissa, and the entire staff of Brandt Heating and Air Conditioning are dedicated to providing the best service and products possible. In the Spring of 2014, Brandt Heating expanded again when it opened its Fireplace showroom named Fireplaces by Brandt Heating.
Brandt Heating and Air Conditioning takes pride in their involvement in the Iowa City community. Bill is involved in the Newman Catholic Student Center and Rotary, TJ is involved in St. Patrick’s Church and Kiwanis, James is involved in youth Iowa City baseball and soccer leagues, and Alissa is involved in the University of Iowa Children’s Hospital’s Family Advisory Committee, March of Dimes, and City of Iowa City Ambassadors.
Our Team
Bill Brandt
President
Masters in Hydronics and HVAC, SAVE Certified Contractor, over 50 years of HVAC experience, involved in Newman Catholic Student Center and Rotary of Iowa City.
TJ Brandt
General Manager
Masters in HVAC; SAVE Certified contractor; over 45 years in the HVAC trade; 25 year member of The RSES Organization; Past President and current board member of The Iowa City Old Capitol Kiwanis Club; Current liasson between The Iowa City Reach For the Stars Kiwanis Aktion Club and our Old Capitol Club; Current chairperson of St. Patrick Catholic Church Buildings and Grounds Commission; Current member of the Regina Education Center’s Buildings and Grounds Committee. Married to Carolyn for 40 plus years, 3 married children, with 9 grandchildren. Thankful for working with my brother Bill, for over 45 years, all the customer relationships and friendships developed through the years, and all the great memories that this opportunity has afforded me! Thank you DAD and everyone else that has made this journey so much fun!
James Litton
CEO
Masters mechanical license. Over 20 years’ experience with Brandt Heating. Involved with youth sports in the Iowa City area. A member of the Greater Iowa City Area Home Builders Association.
Alissa Brandt Jarrett
CFO
Master’s in Administration, over 10 years of experience, involved in Iowa City Noon Rotary, actively coaches youth sports through Regina and Iowa City athletics, Foundation Board Member at Regina, and proud mother of 2 daughters.
Doug Rodger
Service Manager
Mechanical and Plumbing Masters License over 33 years in HVAC industry. Owned and operated my own plumbing, heating & air conditioning corporation until 2010. Retired volunteer fireman (33 plus years). Fire Fighter I & II instructor (10 plus years). Served as Director of Physical Facilities for Northwest Iowa Community College (10 Plus years). Retired Military over 24 years of service with 2 combat tours. Married for 33 plus years, to my lovely wife Juanita. Our kids are all out of the house and doing well. Thankful to be in Iowa city near our grandchildren!
Darcy Rich
Fireplace Estimator
I have a passion for helping people uncover their needs and wants and fulfilling those with the products I offer. 20 years of sales experience. Active in multiple community organizations and coaching youth sports in Williamsburg, entrepreneur, mother of 4 children, and I love all things Chicago. Go Cubs!!
Lori Coleman
Pricing Coordinator
I have over 30 years of customer service experience, with 16 years being in a family owned business. For me, customer service is treating customers the same way I’d hope to be treated, giving every call my undivided attention and respect. I have two adult children and 3 amazing grandkids who are the true joy in my life.
Bill Brandt
President
Masters in Hydronics and HVAC, SAVE Certified Contractor, over 50 years of HVAC experience, involved in Newman Catholic Student Center and Rotary of Iowa City.
TJ Brandt
General Manager
Masters in HVAC; SAVE Certified contractor; over 45 years in the HVAC trade; 25 year member of The RSES Organization; Past President and current board member of The Iowa City Old Capitol Kiwanis Club; Current liasson between The Iowa City Reach For the Stars Kiwanis Aktion Club and our Old Capitol Club; Current chairperson of St. Patrick Catholic Church Buildings and Grounds Commission; Current member of the Regina Education Center’s Buildings and Grounds Committee. Married to Carolyn for 40 plus years, 3 married children, with 9 grandchildren. Thankful for working with my brother Bill, for over 45 years, all the customer relationships and friendships developed through the years, and all the great memories that this opportunity has afforded me! Thank you DAD and everyone else that has made this journey so much fun!
James Litton
CEO
Masters mechanical license. Over 20 years’ experience with Brandt Heating. Involved with youth sports in the Iowa City area. A member of the Greater Iowa City Area Home Builders Association.
Alissa Brandt Jarrett
CFO
Master’s in Administration, over 10 years of experience, involved in Iowa City Noon Rotary, actively coaches youth sports through Regina and Iowa City athletics, Foundation Board Member at Regina, and proud mother of 2 daughters.
Doug Rodger
Service Manager
Mechanical and Plumbing Masters License over 33 years in HVAC industry. Owned and operated my own plumbing, heating & air conditioning corporation until 2010. Retired volunteer fireman (33 plus years). Fire Fighter I & II instructor (10 plus years). Served as Director of Physical Facilities for Northwest Iowa Community College (10 Plus years). Retired Military over 24 years of service with 2 combat tours. Married for 33 plus years, to my lovely wife Juanita. Our kids are all out of the house and doing well. Thankful to be in Iowa city near our grandchildren!
Darcy Rich
Fireplace Estimator
I have a passion for helping people uncover their needs and wants and fulfilling those with the products I offer. 20 years of sales experience. Active in multiple community organizations and coaching youth sports in Williamsburg, entrepreneur, mother of 4 children, and I love all things Chicago. Go Cubs!!
Lori Coleman
Pricing Coordinator
I have over 30 years of customer service experience, with 16 years being in a family owned business. For me, customer service is treating customers the same way I’d hope to be treated, giving every call my undivided attention and respect. I have two adult children and 3 amazing grandkids who are the true joy in my life.
