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Feinmann restored the exterior of an 1885 Victorian home that had deteriorated over the years in Arlington, Massachusetts. Between fixing and improving the front and back porch, Juliet Balconies, shingles, panels, and intricate design elements, we brought back the home’s original splendor.
We first focused on restoring the front and back porches by repositioning the stairs, reinforcing the brick and wood support posts, installing pressure-treated framing and mahogany decking, and fixing its existing handrails and roof structure.
Feinmann then shifted attention to the house’s design details by replacing all the balusters, posts, spindles, and corbels that give the outside its Victorian feel. We also rebuilt the Juliet Balconies that were located over the dining room and left side of the home and fixed the broken fish-scale shingles, cedar clapboard, and trim.

Two small storage closets were removed and a wet bar installed in the entertainment center of this walk out basement. The bar is complete with refrigerator, microwave drawer, extensive storage space and an undercount sink, New carpeting and a slate tile floor replaced the existing carpeting. Two of the four walls were rebuilt due to extensive deterioration that had occurred over the years. A new fireplace, new stairway with an ornamental iron balusters and wood handrail and LED recessed light fixtures were installed.
Photography by: Tulsa People

The salty sea air and strong winds on the bluff are incredibly hard on the exterior elements of this home. Durability and simple beauty were the main goals for this amazing seaside house and deck!
We replaced the rotting cedar shake roof with a pure zinc standing seam metal roof made by Rheinzink. The deteriorating cedar siding was removed, and after extensive air sealing, was replaced with FSC-certified Ipé siding set on a rainscreen or more Rheinzink in the case of a kitchen bump-out. After the old siding and roofing were replaced we moved on to the replacing the decks and railings with more of the FSC-certified Ipé.
The final result is stunning! With the new beautiful and durable Ipé and zinc surfaces the owners are excited to enjoy their home and deck with little maintenance for years to come.
Design by Mark Ouellette Residential Design
Photography by Radley Mueller Photography
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This system will beautify and protect this property through all climates. It's not going to deteriorate as the years go by; it's going to remain beautiful. Tough and durable aluminum with a textured powder-coating.

This house was originally purchased and renovated by John Kenneth Conant, well known early 1900's art historian. The new owners wanted to restore deteriorated areas. The discovery of never implemented Conant design sketches was the inspiration for further work, while maintaining the historic value and integrity of the original home.

Renovation of a cabin originally built in 1910 on an island in a Maine lake. The renovation included removing the existing deteriorated kitchen and bathroom and building a new kitchen, bathroom and laundry room addition. New pine wall boards and all new oak flooring throughout. The screened porch and entry stairs were replaced. New metal roof and interior and exterior painting.

Basements & Cellars. Finishing Ideas!
Turn your basement spaces into smart areas dedicated to leisure, hobbies, play areas, or entertainment. Unfinished basements are usually a headache for home and business owners, not just because of the waste of space and precious square footage, but because unused basements are more likely to deteriorate, accumulate humidity, mold, allergens, and endanger the overall foundations and structures when there is lack of maintenance.
Improve and transform your space into an additional guest room, a custom-designed home office, a bar or an an entertainment room; add closets and storage space or contact us to help you with more ideas to give your basement a good make over!

On this project we removed the deteriorated brick retaining wall that was partially collapsed and impeding access to the rear yard. We installed a new drainage system and underground infiltration pit to assist in diverting water away from the house and wall. Concrete footings were installed, 8" block filled solid, and natural stone veneer / bluestone capping all installed in one week

With stunning views of the Annisquam River, this beautiful first period home was constructed in 1690 for Nathanial Harraden, sailing master of the USS Constitution. It is believed to be the oldest remaining house in this neighborhood of Gloucester. Our extensive historic restoration preserved the integrity and historic details of the original structure, which had been altered significantly over time. Deteriorated structural elements were repaired or rebuilt, and historic elements including beams were revealed. A bright new kitchen and bathrooms provide a functional layout suited for modern living, and use authentic natural materials that will patina and weather in harmony with the rest of the home. The new island counter was hewn from a large decaying tree on the site, and hand-painted marble tiles adorn the backsplash. New cabinetry was hand-crafted using methods authentic to the time. We preserved the kitchen’s existing brick floor, which originally provided a durable surface for milking animals inside during cold winter months. Using authentic materials and craftsmanship of the era, this special house celebrates its historic character and embraces modern updates that will welcome home generations to come.

Surface Saver penetrates up to 1/4 to form a chemical bond deep within the substrate to provide long lasting protection against deterioration or staining due to water absorption. Surface Saver will not impair the natural breathing characteristics of treated substrates, nor will it produce a film or coating. Surface Saver will help concrete and masonry surfaces to resist common issues such as cracking, efflorescence, spalling, staining, and other damages caused by intrusion of water. Surface Saver will also help to reduce the formation of efflorescence and the growth of mold and mildew.
Uses: Unsealed concrete, broom finished concrete, trowel finished concrete, stamped colored concrete, exposed aggregate concrete, concrete pavers, brick pavers, pavers, clay tile, unglazed tile, cement, brick, stone, and other masonry.
Common Applications: driveway sealer, walkway and sidewalk sealer, patio and pool deck sealer, brick house and chimney sealer, clay tile roof sealer, garage floor sealer, warehouse floor sealer, basement wall and floor sealer, and other concrete and masonry applications.
Surface Saver maintain the natural, unsealed look and feel of the substrate. Will never peel, flake or fade. UV resistant, non-yellowing. No surface film or coating to maintain.
Resistant to freeze-thaw cycles and de-icing salts.
Provides excellent resistance to mold, mildew, and fungus.
Can be applied to interior & exterior, vertical & horizontal, above & below grade surfaces.
Surface Saver Sealer will cause water and other liquids to bead off the surface.
Breathable, low VOC.
5 gallon covers up to 750-1000 Square Feet in one coat, or up to 500 Square feet in 2 coats.
Surface Saver Sealer can be purchased in 5 gallon pails shipped UPS Ground to all 48 U.S. States except Alaska & Hawaii at: www.surfacerestoration.com/shop

This wall started the project because of the major deterioration.
Trendy red three-story wood exterior home photo in Cleveland
Trendy red three-story wood exterior home photo in Cleveland

This roof was only 17 years old but already showing significant signs of failure. The original builder-grade shingles had begun to deteriorate prematurely, with visible curling, granule loss, and several active leaks. Poor ventilation and improper flashing details contributed to moisture intrusion in multiple areas of the home. The homeowner reached out to us after noticing water spots on interior ceilings and missing shingles after a recent storm.

Existing house before the transformation. The house was in need of much work, termite damages, old and peeling paint, kitchen and interior rooms deteriorated, old-style cabinetry & tile work.

Vicarage renovation and restoration project for St. Andrew’s Church. The vicarage had a flood damaging the entire 1st floor. Over the years the space had deteriorated and various tenants had painted over and over and even put stables into 120 year old moldings and other wood detail. We wanted to bring the original integrity back to the space by matching the original hardwood flooring, refinishing and staining moldings where possible, building & extending moldings to match where they could not be salvaged, such as the plate rail that was missing parts, and removing old gunky paint. It was also important to make the space feel fresh and beautiful. The church has Gothic elements so we wanted to bring that feeling along with the beauty of the church into the vicarage space.

This project in Oak Island, NC revealed extensive wood rot and structural deterioration beneath an exterior door and deck connection. The rim joist and framing members had failed due to prolonged moisture intrusion, compromising structural integrity. RGR Construction and Roofing, LLC is performing full structural repairs, including framing replacement, moisture protection, and rebuilding to meet code and coastal durability standards.

Foundation & Masonry Repairs Complete! ?
We recently tackled a project repairing cracked and deteriorating masonry around the foundation, steps, and entryways. The results? Stronger, cleaner, and longer-lasting protection against the elements.
✔️ Repaired cracked foundations
✔️ Restored damaged steps and landings
✔️ Repointed brickwork for a fresh, solid finish
Protecting your home’s foundation isn’t just about looks—it’s about structural integrity and preventing bigger issues down the road.

The clients had an existing deck that they loved the shape and size of, but their wood decking had deteriorated to the point where it was becoming unsafe to use. We removed the existing deck and reframed a new one to match their original design. We used Gossen brand pvc in the Canyon Brown color for the new decking and fascias. The steps had l.e.d. lights made by Dekor installed for safety and additional cool factor in the evening hours when they are entertaining outside. The clients now have a new low maintenance deck that will bring them years of enjoyment. Thank you very much Mr. & Mrs. Poma for allowing us to rebuild your outdoor entertaining space!

Front view of this intricate aluminum standing seam metal installation on an eclectic craftsman-style residence in Milford, CT. Multiple layers of asphalt shingles were removed from this roof, revealing many deteriorated planks which had to be replaced to bring the roof deck back to sound condition. We then covered the entire roof with high-temperature Ice and Water Shield and installed and flashed three new Velux skylights above the rear sunroom. We then installed Englert 1300 standing seam aluminum in Hartford Green, a color choice that really fits in with the craftsman style and color of the home.

This project highlights one of the problems associated with only replacing some of your siding. My client replace 2 walls of siding on his home with Hardie Beaded Cedarmill lap siding because it most closely matched the existing siding. Once the rest of the siding deteriorated and needed to be replaced the siding he used was discontinued. We were able to get a similar product but it was in Hardie's Dream Collection and costs 3 times what the original siding cost. We then finished the siding we replaced with SW Latitude paint.
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