Big Bend, WI HVAC Contractor
Local Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Solutions
Mr. Holland’s Heating, Air & Electric is the HVAC contractor Big Bend homeowners call when a furnace won’t start or an AC unit can’t keep up with a Wisconsin summer. Between the century-old farmhouses along the Fox River and the newer builds going up off Highway 164, no two systems we work on around here look quite the same. After nearly three decades serving Southeastern Wisconsin, we’ve learned how to size and repair equipment for both.
Trusted Local HVAC Professionals
W204N16635 Jackson Dr, Jackson, WI 5303724/7 Emergency HVAC Repair in Big Bend
A furnace failure on a subzero night or an AC breakdown during a July heat wave doesn’t wait for business hours. Mr. Holland’s provides 24/7 emergency HVAC service, dispatching from our New Berlin and Jackson locations to reach Big Bend quickly
*Our emergency HVAC service covers system failures, not life-threatening situations. Call 911 first for fires, gas leaks, or injury risk.
HVAC Repair, Replacement & Installation Services in Big Bend
Whether a system needs a same-day repair or a full replacement, we tailor the work to the home in front of us rather than a one-size answer. Older homes in the village center often need extra attention to ductwork and combustion safety, while homes on newer wells and septic systems out toward Bourdo Fields and the surrounding township tend to be better candidates for higher-efficiency equipment from the start.
Heating Services
Big Bend winters bring stretches of below-freezing nights, and a furnace that can’t keep up is a real problem when it happens. We repair and replace furnaces, boilers, and heat pumps, and we pay close attention to how a heating system was originally installed. Homes built in the mid-20th century, common throughout the village, often have heating equipment and ductwork that’s been patched or modified over the years, and matching a new system to that history matters for both safety and performance.
Air Conditioning Services
Summer humidity off the Fox River corridor can make a home feel warmer than the thermostat suggests, and an undersized or aging AC unit will run constantly without actually pulling the moisture out of the air. We diagnose and repair units that are short-cycling or losing cooling power, and when replacement makes more sense than another repair, we help homeowners choose equipment sized for their home’s square footage and layout rather than just swapping in whatever was there before.
Ventilation & Air Quality Services
Homes with several decades of use tend to accumulate dust and debris in ductwork that a filter alone can’t catch, and that buildup restricts airflow and shortens equipment life. We offer air duct cleaning and dryer vent cleaning to address it, along with air purification options for households dealing with allergies or general indoor air quality concerns during the months when windows stay closed.
Heat Pump Services
Heat pumps have become a popular option for newer construction in and around Big Bend, particularly on properties without an existing gas line. We install, service, and repair heat pump systems, and we can walk homeowners through whether a heat pump alone or a dual-fuel setup paired with a furnace makes more sense given how cold Waukesha County winters typically run.
HVAC Financing in Big Bend, WI
A new furnace or AC system is a real expense, and Mr. Holland’s offers $0 down, 0% interest financing with no payments for up to 12 months on approved credit. We work with homeowners across a range of credit situations, including those who have been turned down for financing elsewhere, so a failing system doesn’t have to mean an impossible bill all at once.
Reasons To Call a Big Bend HVAC Company
Big Bend’s housing stock spans generations, and the warning signs worth acting on differ somewhat depending on whether a home is original construction or a recent build. Here are common issues we see across both
Heating Issues
- Furnace short-cycling in older homes: Ductwork that was never updated after a remodel, or a system that was oversized for the space to begin with.
- Uneven heat in additions or converted spaces: Ductwork that was never properly extended when the space was added.
- Heat pump icing over in a newer install: Defrost cycle malfunction, or a system that wasn’t sized for how cold it gets here.
- Pilot light or ignition issues: Common in older furnaces nearing the end of their service life.
- Rising heating bills without a usage change: Aging equipment losing efficiency, or a duct leak pulling heated air into the attic or crawlspace.
Cooling & AC Issues
- AC running constantly without cooling the house: Refrigerant loss, a failing compressor, or equipment sized for a smaller home than the one it’s in.
- Humidity lingering indoors with the AC running: Common with older single-stage units that aren’t pulling moisture out effectively.
- Outdoor unit icing up during operation: Restricted airflow or a low refrigerant charge.
- Upper floors warmer than the main level: Airflow balance issues or ductwork undersized for a two-story layout.
- AC tripping the breaker on startup: A failing capacitor or a compressor drawing excess current.
General HVAC Problems
- Thermostat reading that doesn’t match how the house feels: A sensor placement issue or a thermostat overdue for replacement.
- Musty smell when the system runs: Moisture buildup in the ductwork or a dirty evaporator coil.
- Rooms getting dusty again shortly after cleaning: Ductwork that needs professional cleaning, not another round of vacuuming.
- System age approaching 15 to 20 years: A point where repair costs start to outweigh keeping it running.
- Unusual noises from the outdoor or indoor unit: Loose components, a failing motor, or a system nearing the end of its life.
Do You Need a Permit to Replace an HVAC System in Big Bend?
Yes. The Village of Big Bend requires a permit for HVAC installation, replacement, and most system modifications, and the work is inspected before it’s signed off. Mr. Holland’s technicians are familiar with the Village’s process and can help coordinate the permit as part of the job.
For permitting questions and correspondence, contact the Village of Big Bend Building Inspector:
W230 S9185 Nevins Street, Big Bend, WI 53103
(262) 364-6969
The Best Residential HVAC System for Big Bend Homes
Sizing a system correctly in Big Bend means accounting for two very different kinds of housing stock. Established homes average around 1,510 square feet and many are decades old, while newer construction on the village’s larger wooded lots tends to run bigger and better insulated. We evaluate a home’s actual layout and age rather than defaulting to a standard size.
Climate Factors
Average in Big Bend
HVAC Impact
Average Home Size
~1,510 sq ft
Older, smaller homes often need right-sized rather than oversized equipment to avoid short-cycling
Summer High
Upper 70s to mid 80s °F
Humid summers make proper AC sizing and moisture removal important, not just raw cooling capacity
Housing Age
Significant share of homes several decades old, alongside newer builds on the village’s outer lots
Older ductwork and equipment often need evaluation before a straightforward swap makes sense
Winter Low
January average high near 24°F, with overnight lows well below freezing
Furnaces and heat pumps need to hold up reliably through extended subzero stretches
Our Service Areas
Mr. Holland’s provides heating, cooling, heat pump, ventilation, and indoor air quality services from our locations in New Berlin and Jackson. Explore the HVAC page for your community below.
Our Service Area
- Big Bend, WI
- Brookfield, WI
- Brown Deer, WI
- Butler, WI
- Caledonia, WI
- Colgate, WI
- Cudahy, WI
- Franklin, WI
- Fond Du Lac, WI
- Germantown, WI
- Glendale, WI
- Grafton, WI
- Greenfield, WI
- Hartford, WI
- Hubertus, WI
- Jackson, WI
- Kewaskum, WI
- Lake Church, WI
- Menomonee Falls, WI
- Mequon, WI
- Mount Pleasant, WI
- Muskego, WI
- New Berlin, WI
- Oak Creek, WI
- Plymouth, WI
- Racine, WI
- Richfield, WI
- Sheboygan Falls, WI
- Slinger, WI
- South Milwaukee, WI
- Waukesha, WI
- Wauwatosa, WI
- West Allis, WI
- West Bend, WI
- Whitefish Bay, WI
