WHAT IS UNIQUE ABOUT A HISTORIC HOME ROOF?

WHAT IS UNIQUE ABOUT A HISTORIC HOME ROOF?

Most homes in Oklahoma City and Norman classified as historic were built between 1900 and 1930. These homes make up many unique architectural styles like the craftsman, prairie, mission, Spanish, Tudor, and many more. These styles and the period in which they are...
Field Guide: Painting Old Wood Windows Overview

Field Guide: Painting Old Wood Windows Overview

Once upon a time, before Old Home Rescue, we were Wood Window Rescue. We’ve spent the years scraping every last piece of paint, reglazing each pane, and re-roping windows. I’ll be honest, even as a professional, sometimes it’s hard. It’s a common topic at our window...
Fieldnotes: Slate Roofing

Fieldnotes: Slate Roofing

DURABLE AND TIMELESS ROOFING Slate roofing demonstrates the power of nature that formed it, the industry that shaped it, and the craftsmen that laid it on the roof! Because of the craftsmanship, environmental impact, and expense, all efforts must be made to repair...
FIELD GUIDE: WOOD STORM WINDOWS

FIELD GUIDE: WOOD STORM WINDOWS

What is a storm window? Storm windows are a practical and effective way to protect the integrity of your home. Not only can it be a Secret Way To Improve Your Homes Value, but it can also protect your primary window from the elements of the world. Not to mention, they...
Common Window Problems

Common Window Problems

It’s very common for an older, wood window to start having issues as it ages. From the wear and tear throughout the years, along with being beat down by the elements, there are quite a few problems that can form on any vintage window. Some of the typical problems you...
THE DOUBLE HUNG WINDOW

THE DOUBLE HUNG WINDOW

The double hung window, we love this window! Throughout the US this is the window in most old homes, before 1950 this window made up a large part of any exterior. It was an important part of America’s ever growing neighborhoods. You can find this in every type of ...