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Why You Need A Generator Here In Wisconsin | Power Outages & Cold Weather

10/17/2023

Remember last winter? A winter storm back in March (2023) left thousands without power! Maybe your home was one that was not only left without power but also without heat. It can be scary here in Wisconsin to lose power because that not only means no power to your refrigerator and the ability to charge your devices, but also means no power to your furnace to keep your home warm. If your home is left without heat for too long, there is an increased risk of pipes freezing. While we do not like to predict the worst, we also like
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Is there a burning smell from turning on your furnace the first time this fall? Here could be why! | Fall HVAC

10/03/2023

Fall is almost here, and we want to be sure your home is ready for the change of season! If you haven’t already, be sure to turn on and check over your furnace to ensure it is working properly before the cold weather hits. When you turn on your furnace the first time each year, you may notice an unusual burning smell. There are a few reasons this might be.   Dust in the heater: If you turn off your furnace during the warmer months, it will collect dust. When this dust builds up on components like the heat exchanger or burners,
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Why You Should Schedule The World’s Greatest Tune-Up™ This Fall | Maintain Your Furnace

09/24/2023

  Fall is here which means cooler temps are on the way. And before you know it, beautiful 60 degree days we have here in Wisconsin will eventually turn to cool 20 degree temperatures. Turning on your furnace is something you want to be sure to have checked over to make sure everything is working properly for this upcoming heating season! Here are benefits on why you should schedule The World’s Greatest Tune-Up™ with one of Mr. Holland’s experienced HVAC technicians: Take care of any problems Maintaining your furnace will help avoid any major issues in the future. If one
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Local Wisconsin Plumbers Offer the Highest Quality of Service. Here’s Why…

08/15/2023

Mr. Holland’s Home Services has been in business for more than 25 years and since our humble beginnings, we have grown to provide the highest-quality plumbing services in Milwaukee and its surrounding communities.  So, why call us?  What makes our work different? We get asked this question all of the time and, frankly, we aren’t usually comfortable with bragging. We firmly believe that “actions speak louder than words” but with a little humility, we’d love to show you what sets Mr. Holland’s apart from—and, if we’re being honest, above—the rest. OUR MISSION, OUR VISION Since 1997, Mr. Holla...
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Notice One of these Undeniable AC Issues? It’s Time to Call in the Pros!

08/01/2023

There truly is no worse time for your AC to fail than in the height of summer. It’s bad enough when you step into your home and there’s no refreshing cool air to greet you, but did you know that the air inside of your house can become even warmer than the air outside? That’s right. Picture a steamy day in the middle of July and then imagine that the temperature in your living room is several degrees hotter!  Mr. Holland’s Home Services is here to help (really, we’re just a phone call away!) Your air conditioning is supposed to
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How to Reduce Electricity Use on Vacation

07/18/2023

The hot summer months are here and it’s time to plan some summer fun! Here are some helpful tips to keep your home running smoothly if you’re out enjoying your summer cabin or favorite vacation destination! Plus, save yourself some money & energy while you’re away!  Tip #1  Get an air conditioner tune-up. Ensure that your air conditioner is in good working condition before the heat hits.  Energy Tip: While you’re away, adjust your thermostat to a higher temperature than you normally would. No need to keep the house cool when no one’s home!  Tip #2 Don’...
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