For more than 20 years, we’ve seen how quickly New England’s colonial and historic homes can take a beating from the weather. Time and again, we find the problem is the sill beam, particularly in water-damaged sill beams. This is common in historic barns as well.  Homeowners ask us all the time: Do my sill… Read more »

For historic Colonial and post & beam homes, keeping the foundation strong is essential to preserving both structural integrity and long-term value. The biggest culprit is water damage. Myth: Only a major flood can damage a historic home. Truth: Even a slow, unnoticed drip or poor grading over just a few seasons can quietly cause… Read more »

When a foundation begins to settle, it’s more than a structural issue, it’s a preservation challenge. Settling occurs when the soil beneath your home shifts or compacts, causing the foundation to sink unevenly or move out of alignment. While some settling is expected over time, especially in historic or colonial homes, excessive or uneven settling… Read more »

Restoring an old or historic home is no small feat; it’s a labor of love, patience, and precision. It doesn’t matter if your home dates back to the 1700s or the early 20th Century, every board, beam, and brick has a story to tell. To protect that history, a successful restoration begins with a specialist… Read more »

Restoring an old barn isn’t your average carpentry project — it demands a level of structural expertise that comes from decades of hands-on experience. A true barn restoration not only addresses repairs but also preserves the original craftsmanship and integrity of the structure. Many of these barns, often over a century old, were built with… Read more »