Gothic Revival Tower

Before You Buy A Historic House

March 19, 2012 —

So, you’ve decided to buy a historic house. Congratulations! Purchasing a historic house is more than just owning a beautiful piece of history. It’s a labor of love that can require a lot of work and an extra serving of patience. Historic homes line the streets of almost every town from Maine to California, and [...] Read on →

Timber frame

Timber, Balloon, or Platform Frame?

March 6, 2012 —

A house’s frame is like its bones. Without a sturdy frame your house is one gust of wind away from collapse. The most common building material used to frame a house is, no surprise, wood. It’s strong, readily available, inexpensive, and extremely versatile. Wood framed houses typically fall into one of three categories depending on [...] Read on →