Nathan B Chesebro has over 20 years in the construction field. This provided him with the skills and knowledge necessary to restore historic homes in his area back to the way they were built to look. Nathan B Chesebro shares some of his tips as useful reminders when thinking about purchasing an old home or repairing yours.

1.Understand maintenance cycles. Similar to cars, houses need to have routine maintenance if they are going to last for generations. Things like the roof, paint, windows and masonry all have a limit. Understand when it’s typical for each to be replaced will help you budget and prevent things from getting worse.

2.Keep original features to add character and save money. Many times, restoring a slightly weathered feature in a house is cheaper than replacing it. It will also keep the house looking original and maintain its charm. Wood accent features like trim and beams are one way to do use this tip. Instead of taking down the detailed trim or covering the ceiling beams that have gotten a little worn, sand and stain them to bring back the rich color they had when the house was built.

3. Consult an expert. Trying to restore a home back to its original state on your own can be extremely difficult if you don’t have the knowledge to do it. Research your home and town to find out what it looked like at the time of building. Talk to a historian or home builder familiar with trends from that time period to fully understand what the home looked like.

Nathan B Chesebro restores homes to be loved for generation after generation and brings the craftsmanship of old days into the present. He believes in preserving history whenever possible. Even the sign for his business is made from a massive saw blade dating back to the early 1900s and may have been used to build many of the houses he restores today.

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