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Mr. Handyman of Ft. Washington and Clinton Opens This Week
Husband and Wife Team Launch Mr. Handyman Franchise to Meet Rising Demand for Home Improvement Services in Southern Maryland
In response to the increased demand for residential maintenance and repair services, local entrepreneurs Race and Joyce Dowling opened Mr. Handyman of Ft. Washington and Clinton. This location is part of North America’s largest full-service home repair franchise and the number one employer of handymen nationwide.
Following a career as Chief Technology Officer and Chief Operating Officer for a government contractor, Race and his wife Joyce with her 25 years’ experience as a small business owner decided to explore business ownership opportunities that aligned with their customer-centric ideals and hobbies. With relatives in the construction industry and having completely renovated and restored their own historical home in Brandywine, the duo knew Mr. Handyman’s service offerings aligned with their skills. Taken by the company’s dedication to customer service and franchisee support system, the Dowling’s decided to bring the nationally recognized handyman company to the area. The Dowling’s are excited to service their surrounding communities for all home improvement needs.
Renovation expenditures are forecasted to total almost $60 billion annually. For millions of homeowners tending to these nagging repairs while balancing work and family has created a thriving demand for professional, safe and reliable home-repair services. This growth will also bring office and technician jobs to the area.
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“The steady increase of existing home sales and prices reflect a healthy rebound in the housing market,” said Race Dowling. “As a result, the demand for home improvement services in the area has increased as well. Our goal is to help area residents shrink those nagging ‘to-do lists’ on the refrigerator.”
Service will be provided to Ft. Washington, Clinton, Upper Marlboro and across the remaining area of southern Prince George’s and northern Charles Counties. For more information or to schedule a visit, please go to http://www.mrhandyman.com/local-handyman-service/md/ft-washington-clinton.aspx or call 301-242-9444.