Eventually, an old roof chosen to last even a century needs replacing. These five roofing materials can be compatible with the look of your old house.
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Detecting water damage in your old house
By: Shannon Dauphin Lee , Contributing WriterIn: Old Houses, Old House Inspection
To locate water damage in an old house, you have to do detective work. Here are six clues to help you uncover the signs and source of water damage.
Old house preservation: triumphs and a failure
By: Conrad Neuf , Contributing WriterIn: Historic Preservation
The Gamble house in Cincinnati was leveled in April 2013, but U of Texas architecture students are saving old homes in Knob Hill, San Antonio.
How to prepare for an old house purchase
By: Shannon Dauphin Lee , Contributing WriterIn: Home Improvement Tips, Old House Inspection, Old Houses
When buying an old house, consider the cost of home improvements. Learn what problems could be lurking beneath the charming facade before you commit.
Is it historic or just old?
By: Shannon Dauphin Lee , Contributing WriterIn: Old Houses, Historic Preservation
When is an old house an historic home and when is it just an old house? Learn about the rules set by the National Register of Historic Places.
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