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The Best Wood Storm Window? - Really?

The Best Wood Storm Window? Really? by Christopher Hewett, PMP | Jan 21, 2018 | Storm Windows | 9 comments UPDATED MAY 2019: Hi Folks,...

Introduction to Hand Tools

10 Front Porch Decorating Ideas For Old Houses

Your front porch is the heart and soul of your Old House. It is the first part of your house...

Air Sealing and Insulation - 5 Fixes to Winterize an Old House

Updated: 05/10/2024 So, we left off from Part 1 discussing winter weather tips and maintenance. For Part let’s switch gears...

How to Winterize an Old House - Helpful Tips and Checklist

Hi folks! So….unless you live south of the equator, in say Australia, then you may have noticed that it’s winter....

Home Inspections - Home Buying Tips

Updated: 05/10/2024 Hi Folks! So, for Home Buying Tips: Part 1, we looked at house hunting tips and location, location,...

Home Buying Tips - Benefits of Home Renovation Planning

Updated: 05/10/2024 Hi everyone! Part 3 brings us to the final segment in this Home Buying Tips series – Home...

Plumbing Repair in Old Houses - Leaks, Clogs, and Maintenance

Updated: 05/10/2024 Have you had to call a plumber lately for any plumbing repair? Chances are you have, and even...

ERV vs HRV - Improving Indoor Air Quality

This technical blog is all about improving indoor air quality in your home. We’ll take a look at whole-house ventilation...

Ultimate Indoor Air Quality - HEPA ERV Installation and Maintenance

UPDATED:  05/10/2024 Our previous ERV blog dove into the details of what an Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) is, and how...

Spring House Maintenance - Tips and Checklist

Updated: 05/10/2024 Winter is on the way out (hopefully) and spring is in the air! It's almost time for “front...

House Project Planning 101 - Beginners Guide

Updated: 05/10/2024 Let’s face it, if you own a home, especially an old one, you are no stranger to home...

Kitchen Planning and Product Selection - Vintage Kitchen Remodel

Updated: 05/10/2024 Who’s ready for more Vintage Kitchen Remodel design and details?  Step 2 will discuss kitchen planning, remodel details,...

Kitchen Restoration and Cabinetry - Vintage Kitchen Remodel

Updated: 05/10/2024 Another week of  “sweat equity”, and a little more progress made on this old Vintage Kitchen! So, Vintage Kitchen...

Vintage Kitchen Remodel - Final Installation and Trades

Updated: 05/10/2024 The finish line is close as we arrive at the last phase of execution for our Vintage Kitchen...

Vintage Kitchen Remodel - Project Management

Updated: 05/10/2024 We have now arrived at the point of the kitchen remodel project where work is being performed and...

Vintage Kitchen Remodel - Lessons Learned and Closeout

Updated: 05/10/2024 Part 7 of the Vintage Kitchen Remodel brings us to the final phase of the project, so don’t...

Summer Preventive Maintenance -Tips and Checklist

Updated: 05/10/2024 Summer is finally here! Its time for lounging in the front porch swing and backyard BBQs! But first...

Exterior Paint Failure - 9 Critical Steps to Ensure a Long Lasting Paint Job

Updated: 08/08/2026 First of all, if you are reading this and looking at the above picture, maybe you can relate...

Michigan Central Station Restoration - Ford Motor Company

Updated: 05/10/2024 It’s a new era in Detroit, and as America’s “underdog”, the city is in the fight of its...

Unico System Air Conditioner -The Best HVAC for Your Old House

Updated: 05/10/2024 While outside temperatures climb, there’s nothing like a good air conditioner to keep you cool and comfortable. So,...

Kitchen Backsplash Ideas - 3 Steps to Hide Ugly Plugs and Switches

Updated:  05/11/2024 First of all, if you are planning a kitchen remodel, then you have probably had to consider many...

Porch Swing Selection and Installation Made Easy!

Who doesn’t like a good porch swing? The weather outside is nice, but your porch is looking a litte...COLD and...

Is Tap Water Safe to Drink? - What’s in Our Water?

Updated: 05/11/2024 We are supposed to drink up to 8 glasses of water per day, but do we really know what’s in...

Historic Preservation - Retaining and Restoring Old House Character

Updated: 05/11/2024 Old Houses just have a certain charm and character! That’s why Old Houses are so desirable and sought...

Concrete Steps and Stone Walls - 12-Step Restoration

Updated: 05/11/2024 The topic is concrete steps and stone (wing) wall restoration for your Old House, so don’t miss these 12...

Limited Closet Space? - A 4-Step Solution

Updated: 05/11/2024 Are you losing your mind over the lack of quality closet space in your Old House  Keep reading…...

Range Hood Installation - Logistics, Planning, and Execution

Updated: 05/11/2024 It’s time to remodel your kitchen, and you are planning everything around your range hood installation. You’re trying...

Hardwood Floor Refinishing - 9 Easy Steps

Updated: 05/11/2024 Hey, let’s have a talk about hardwood floor refinishing! Certainly, it can be a daunting task, but it...

Fall Preventive Maintenance Tips and Checklist

Updated: 05/12/2024 I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but Summer has officially slipped away, and Fall is...

Old House History - Embracing and Preserving the Past

Updated: 05/12/2024 What sets aside our Old Houses from new houses? History! Old House History to be exact.  All Old...

Winter Preventive Maintenance Tips and Checklist

Updated: 05/12/2024 As much as I hate to admit it, Winter is finally here! Time to break out the hats,...

Air Conditioning Repair - 4 Helpful DIY Tips Before Calling a Technician

Help! It's 90 degrees outside, you are hosting a dinner party in a few hours...and your air conditioner (A/C) just...

Selecting the Best Range Hood for Your Kitchen - 5 Valuable Tips

Are you planning  kitchen remodel and finding yourself stuck on selecting the right range hood? With hundreds and hundreds of...