| If
you are considering restoring a historical home or property, in Arizona,
we can help.
You
will find more than a quarter century of knowledge and experience right
here at New Creations Consulting. Long before building restoration became
a trendy
phrase,
we were putting our skills in practice and gaining priceless knowledge
along the way. And we still are. As times change, so do methods and products.
Keeping
up
with advancements in new restoration technology and combining that with
old craftsmanship know-how is what makes the difference between average
and exceptional.
Whether
you are in need of a complete project manual, a detailed historic color
scheme for your building, or just limited consulting and professional advice,
begin
by
contacting
us. We Consult in
the Planning for Restoration and Renovation Projects.
Purchasing
an older property that needs work brings its challenges. The repair process
requires resources and materials that may be beyond the realm of ordinary
DIY
projects
or remodeling. Experienced and specialized craftspeople may be needed for
the project. Substantial upgrades may be needed for heating and cooling,
and to
meet
other building code requirements. Retaining and reusing original materials
intact can be difficult. Salvage yards are one source of vintage material.
In recent years,
architectural
salvage companies have become popular, selling a wide variety of interior
and exterior parts taken from houses that were being demolished. As an
alternative,
replica
construction materials are made to cover everything from nails to roofing.
If the structure is to be used as a public building, property managers
must consider
accessibility
as well as architectural authenticity. On the brighter side, tax incentives,
tax credits or grants may be available to assist you.
It has
been our goal to balance passionate interest in historic preservation with
level-headed professionalism. Years of successful projects and satisfied
clients are a testament
to
that goal.
Restoration
means the act or process of accurately depicting the form, features, and
character of a property as it appeared at a particular period of time by
means of the
removal
of features from other periods in its history and reconstruction of missing
features from the restoration period. The limited and sensitive upgrading
of mechanical,
electrical
and plumbing systems — as well as other code-required work to make properties
functional — is appropriate within a restoration project.
Restoring
an older home is a labor of love. Often, older properties can be obtained
at attractive prices. Before taking advantage of a bargain, take time to
do a little research.
A local
historical society or preservation group may have information that you
will find helpful. New Creations Consulting is happy to assist you in obtaining
this information
as
a service to you. |