Historic Preservation

Historic buildings and structures are a tangible link to our past. From private owners to large institutions and government agencies, clients entrust F&D International to preserve their historic properties for future generations to enjoy. The F&D preservation professionals have extensive expertise in the assessment, repair and conservation of a wide range of historic building types. Using sophisticated inspections and testing techniques, our staff of professional’s apply the science of preservation to develop appropriate and innovative solutions to beautifully and efficiently restore historically significant properties. As historic property owners, it is our responsibility to preserve and restore irreplaceable cultural resources for future generations. Historically speaking, there are many components to restoring and old building. Extreme age and prolonged exposure to the elements deteriorate the aesthetic and artistic character. In addition to preservation, the use and intent of historic structures can change with time, but all structural changes and additions should be designed to complement the original structure. Historic methods typically include: Preservation – this is an endeavor that seeks to preserve, conserve and protect buildings, objects, landscapes or other artifacts of historical significance. Restoration – This is the act of restoring a building accurately to its original condition. Rehabilitation – This is defined as the process of returning a property to a state of utility, through repair or alteration which makes possible an efficient contemporary use while preserving those features of the property with are significant to its historic, architectural and cultural values. The preservation of historic buildings is a one-way street. There is no chance to renovate or to save a historic site once it’s gone. And we can never be certain what will be valued in the future. This reality brings to light the importance of locating and saving buildings of historic significance — because once a piece of history is destroyed, it is lost forever.