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 »
How to Repair a Settling Foundation in Historic Homes: A Guide to Repair and Restoration
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 »
Steps to a Successful Historic Home Restoration Project
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 »
Common Repairs in a Barn Restoration: What New England Homeowners Should Know
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 »
Structural Integrity Matters: How a Structural Inspection In Central Massachusetts Can Save You Money
If you currently own—or are thinking about investing in—an old colonial or historic home, a comprehensive structural inspection could be one of the wisest decisions you make. These homes were built to stand the test of time, but decades of wear and tear, coupled with the harsh conditions of New England winters, can take a… Read more »