About MJ Holland
BUILT. by MJ Holland is owned and operated by Michael J. Holland (“MJ”), a seasoned, fourth-generation builder with a rich heritage of top-tier Home Building and Commercial Construction.
Beyond his expertise in construction, MJ holds an extensive background in commercial real estate brokerage and development where he earned a Power Broker Award in the St. Louis Markets. His portfolio not only includes the creation of stunning new homes and commercial properties but also encompasses new multifamily development and management.
Additionally, MJ manages a collection of luxury rental homes in two exceptional Illinois communities: Cambridge Condominiums in O’Fallon and the Villas at Thomas Pointe in Fairview Heights, offering prime living experiences to their residents.
SETTING A HIGHER STANDARD
“Standard” Construction Features/Materials:
(upgrades available)
FOUNDATION & FLATWORK
9 Foot or taller basement walls
Waterproofed Foundation – Lifetime Warranty
Sump Pump/Radon
Vapor Barriers
Stubbed in Plumbing and Egress Window/Well
– Allows for a seamless future basement finish –
Picture Framed exterior concrete
FRAMING
2×6 Framed Exterior Walls
– Significantly stronger frame, Thicker Insulation, Less Exterior Noise –
ZIP System Wall & Roof Enclosures
– Continuous Thermal, Moisture & Structural Barrier –
ADVANTECH Subfloor – Glued & Ring Shank
– Advanced Moisture Resistance during & after the build = Quiet and stable subfloor –
Fire Treated Engineered I-Joist
– Stronger and Longer Spans than traditional dimensional lumber –
9 Foot or Taller main-level walls
– + Vaults/Cathedral Ceilings –
TimberTech Premium Composite Decking & Metal Railing
– Look & Feel of real wood, without the maintenance
EXTERIOR
CertainTeed Architectural Shingles
– Lifetime (limited) Warranty –
– StreakFighter infused against streaking & discoloration –
Ridge Vent Attic Ventilation
Brick & Stone per plans
Super Polymer Vinyl Siding
– .046 & 0.50 (Insulated) –
– Board & Batten, Dutch Lap & Shake Accents –
Commercial Grade Quaker Windows
– Double Strength Glass, Low E Argon, Tempered Glass Sliding Doors –
Clopay Garage Doors
– Insulated, Decorative Steel with Black Hardware –
– WIFI LED Openers (Quiet Series) –
Decorative Columns, Trim & Accents
Lighting around Garage, Front Porch & Back Patio
Exterior Outlets & Hose Bibs (spigots)
Sodded & Landscaped Yards
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
HERS Energy Performance Testing
Full Electric HVAC, Plumbing, and Appliances
– Maximized benefits of future solar applications & energy credits/rebates –
– Added safety with no open flames or gas exposure –
Commercial Grade Windows – Low E Argon
Energy Star High Efficient 14 SEER HVAC Systems
10-year warranty on all parts
Heat Pumps
Zoned HVAC on 2-story plans
– Allows for greater comfort on all levels of home –
95+% High Efficient Water Heater
– 50 Gallon –
Owens Corning Insulation:
– 16.25” thick R-49 Blown Fiberglass in Attics –
– 12” thick R-38 Batts at Vaulted Ceilings and Edges –
– 5.5” thick R-21 Batts in Exterior Walls –
– Rim Joist & Basement Insulation –
– Sound Insulation between all interior bedroom & bathroom walls –
– Closed Foam Insulation in all Exterior Crevices –
Clopay Insulated Steel Garage Doors
Programmable Thermostats
LED Lighting
FINISHES
Premium Painted Plaster Finish Throughout
– Finished Garage – Plastered & Insulated –
Hard Flooring (LVP/LVT)
– Superior 20 mil SPC Core –
– 100% Water/UV Proof –
Dense 46oz carpet with thicker 8 lbs pad
Delta Faucets & Fixtures
Garbage Disposals
52”-72″ Electric Fireplace and bump out
– Prefinished Fireplace Mantel –
Solid Core Doors & Sound Insulation in all Bedrooms/Bathrooms
3 ¼” Finished Wood Casing & 5 1/2″ Finished Wood Base
Casing & Base Caulked & Painted
Exhaust Venting w/built-in lighting in all bathrooms
Ceiling Fans in all bedrooms
Matching Towel Rings/Bars & TP Holders
Commercial Grade Cabinets
– Soft-Close, Bar Pulls, Crown Moulding, Built-in Trash Cans (different style cabinets optional) –
Quartz or Granite Countertops
Decorative Lighting
Affiliations & Memberships
Built by MJ Holland is a proud member of the National Association of Home Builders, and the Home Builders & Remodelers Association of the Metro East.
The National Association of Home Builders represents the largest network of craftsmen, innovators and problem solvers dedicated to building and enriching communities.
The Home Builders & Remodelers Metro East Association (HBR) is a professional organization of more than 250 builders, developers, remodeling contractors, specialty trade contractors, and associate members in the St. Louis Metro East Illinois Region.