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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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AC Inspection: How Mr. Holland’s Finds What Others Don’t

You may not have “schedule air conditioning inspection” on your to-do list but trust us—when that summer heat rises to sweltering triple digits and your air conditioner suddenly fails, you’re going to wish you had. So, why pay for regular maintenance on your home cooling system?  We always say that air conditioners are much like cars. They require tune-ups to ensure optimal performance, and if you don’t keep on top of it, one small problem might lead to another! The technicians at Mr. Holland’s Home Services work with every brand of AC unit and are just a phone call away
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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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Clogged Sewer Line? Here’s Why

05/02/2023

Our homes plumbing systems run on so many things. They are also connected to sewer lines. When the water is used within your home, the wastewater is moved away. Because we utilize water frequently throughout the day, this can impact the sewer lines. Tree Roots If there is crack somewhere in the sewer line, it possible for a tree root to get through and grow into the pipes. When the roots grow big and long enough, this may start to cause damage in those lines. Flushing The Wrong Things Down The Toilet It’s important to be sure to NEVER put
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