Preservation Techniques

Historic buildings need different maintenance than modern buildings.  This information is dedicated to explaining the appropriate standards and preservation techniques needed to preserve historic buildings.   

If you find the expertise of historic preservation professionals is necessary, check the Consultants and Contractors list. If you would like to host a workshop on these or other preservation topics, visit our Workshops page for details.

Historic Building Assessment

Window Rehabilitation

How To Mothball a Property

NPS Preservation Briefs

The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation

Preservation Tech Notes

Lead Safety