Historic properties require special handling. Whether it’s major reconstruction, interior decorating or tree service, Preserve RI’s Preservation Services Directory is a great place to find specialists with the expertise to work on your old building. We occasionally shout out the good work of contractors in the directory.
A project worth showcasing is Heritage Restoration, Inc.’s most recent work at the Hannah Robinson House in Narragansett. The project started off with just replacing the lapped clapboard siding; but when the siding was removed, they discovered the vertical sheathing was replaced in the 1920’s with material that was too thin, and about 25% of the original timber frame was rotted underneath. The damage required Heritage Restoration to remove the sheathing, the interior walls (including the plaster and the library), support the inside frame, remove the gable end timber frame, and reproduce the frame out of dried fir timbers. Each timber was carefully cut to fit within the original frame, with new, thicker vertical white oak sheathing applied, and then new lapped clapboard siding installed. The interior systems were upgraded, and the pre-existing features reinstalled or reconstructed to match the original features as if nothing ever was done. A wonderful display of craftsmanship and skill shown at the Hannah Robinson House!
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