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 »
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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 »
Spring is Here
Spring is finally here in New England. If you walk around your home or barn and discover any rot, bows, sags, etc. that you hadn’t noticed last year, it is very important to have them evaluated. If you have a bow on the lower edge of your home, it is a clear indicator that the… Read more »
Working in the Cold Weather
Clients always ask us if we work through the winter. The answer is yes. As long as the proper precautions are taken, there is no danger to the home. We ensure that any areas with siding removed have extra insulation at the end of each day. Pipes, etc. are also properly cared for. We have… Read more »