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Do You Need Help with the Restoration of Your Sacred or Historic Property?

The successful restoration of historic property requires attention to a tremendous number of issues.

  • The cause of each problem must be identified and a practical solution implemented.

  • Future maintenance concerns need to be addressed and quality control maintained.

  • Above all, the project must be designed to fit your budget, phased over a period of years if necessary, and carefully planned to prevent expensive mistakes.

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None of this is simple or easy.

But, doing it right can reduce costs and insure you don’t loose valuable historic details or have to do it all over again.

  • What kind of problems are you having with your historic building, leaking roof, peeling paint, failed coatings, spalled masonry, bulged or cracked stained glass?

  • How can we help you plan your project so you don't fall victim to unscrupulous contractors with no practical experience?
     

Cracked, Spalled or Failed Masonry?
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Moisture and the formation of salt are the culprits that destroy most masonry. ​

  • How can modern repairs cause the problem?

  • Do you know what is causing the damage to your masonry?

  • What materials are best and how should they be applied to prevent future damage.

Peeling, Cracked, Ugly Paint Coatings?
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How expensive Is it to repaint your wood, metal or masonry?

  • How long do you expect the new paint to last?

  • Is there a paint coating and method for removing the old paint that will last longer?

Leaky Slate, Metal or Tile Roof
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What part of your roof is failing?

  • Is it the actual slate or metal roof or is it leaking at a specific flashing point, gutter or down spout.

Failed Stucco or Plaster Coating?
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What is causing your plaster or stucco to crack, spall and separate?

  • What should be done to correct the problem so it doesn't happen again?

  • Is there a material that will work better, resist cracking and damage caused by moisture ?

Bulging, Cracked, leaking Stained Glass
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What is causing the damage to your stained glass?

Can it be repaired in place or should it be removed and recamed?

Are there less expensive repairs that will preserve your windows longer? Do you need a protective covering?  

Having Problems Keeping Your Building Clean?

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Is your building covered with dirt and grime or heavy deposits of gypsum?

What’s causing the grime to stick? How can it be removed without damaging the substrate? Is there a way to keep it clean longer? 

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