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This Summer’s Hottest Home Upgrades

07/11/2023

Have you been wanting to make HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing upgrades to your home? Now is the time! But we want you to kick your feet up, relax, and enjoy this beautiful weather. Leave it up to our team of experts at Mr. Holland’s to do all the work for you! Our team has the skills and experience to tackle any home improvement project you have in mind, whether it’s upgrading your AC system, installing a new water heater, or rewiring your electrical system. We take pride in providing top-quality services at competitive prices, so you can enjoy a stress-free
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Breathe Easy | Tips for Improving Your Indoor Air Quality

Whether you’re experiencing the adverse effects, of the Canadian fires, summer allergies, asthma, or just want to ensure your family is breathing in clean air, there are many ways to import your home’s air quality. Call Mr. Holland’s Home Services today to schedule an Indoor Air Quality expert to see how we can help! (866) 992-1717 Top tips to improve indoor air quality: Keep Your Windows and Doors Closed: As tempting as it may be to let the fresh air in during the summer season, closing your windows and doors during wildfires can help minimize the number of pollutants entering
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Six Proactive Tips to Prevent Emergency Plumbing Issues

Homeowners depend on reliable plumbing for so much of their daily lives: from hot showers and hot brewed coffee in the morning to cleanly washed clothes, sparkling dishes, and, most importantly, toilets that flush when they’re supposed to!  But it’s easy to take your complex plumbing system for granted… until disaster strikes. When tile cracks, pipes leak, or your plumbing goes awry, it can lead to an expensive mess. That’s why Mr. Holland’s Home Services believes in “Proactive Plumbing.”  So, don’t let a future plumbing emergency catch you—and your budget—by surprise. Just follow our six (...
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17 Electrical Safety Tips for Electrical Safety Awareness Month

05/17/2023

May is National Electrical Safety Awareness Month, and it’s a great time to focus on the importance of electrical safety in our homes!   Here are 17 tips to help keep you and your loved ones safe:  Check all electrical cords, cables and extension cords for frays, cracks or any damage  Avoid running extension cords across doorways or under carpets  Avoid running extension cords across doorways or under carpets  Never yank an electrical cord from the wall   Replace wobbly switches and outlets  Avoid overloading outlets  Never use extension cords as permanent outlets   Lamps on level sur...
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Why You Should Consider Sump Pump Battery Backup

05/22/2023

Here in Wisconsin, we know how frequently the weather changes. Especially with spring approaching! We never know if one day it will be 50 degrees and the next snowy. Considering how frequently the weather changes, we need to be sure that our homes our prepared. What is a sump pump? A sump pump is typically located in the basement of your home to prevent the buildup of water. In spring, the snow melting and the rain that Wisconsin typically gets, we know that sump pumps are important to help alleviate the excess of water. Why install a battery backup for your
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Must Know Power Outage Safety Tips

05/09/2023

Spring is here which means an increase in power outages due to the storms we experience. No one likes to be without power which is why we want to make sure you are ready when a power outage occurs.   Here are some power outage safety tips:  Stay a minimum of 25 feet away from downed power lines   Report power lines that are down   Keep your refrigerator and freezer doors closed   Unplug or turn off your appliances   Stay out of any flooded basements or rooms   Use flashlights  When a power outage occurs in winter:   Be sure to wear layers of warm
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