--- title: HISTORIC RENOVATION BLOG- LANDMARK SERVICES | materials and techniques description: materials and techniques | Landmark Services, traditional builders specializing in historic renovations, restorations, and additions to historic Massachusetts, homes, barns, and churches --- [![landmark-services-logo-white](https://www.landmarkservices.com/hubfs/LandmarkServices_Jan_2019/images/landmark-services-logo-white.svg "landmark-services-logo-white")](https://www.landmarkservices.com/) [New construction](https://www.landmarkservices.com/blog/topic/new-construction) # Fixed-Price or Cost-Plus Fee: Which is Better? [Read More](https://www.landmarkservices.com/blog/blog1/fixed-price-and-cost-plus-fee-which-is-better) Filter By All Historic Preservation Materials And Techniques Renovations Exteriors New Construction Kitchens Barns Insulation Old House Repair Window Restoration Contracts Cost Plus Featured Fixed Price High Performance Construction Paint Colors Barns Ma Energy Saving Techniques Money Saving Ideas New Barn Ma Post And Beam Barn Timber Frame Barn Ma ## Passive House Building: Structural Details Our previous post introduced a Passive House project that we designed and carried out in Maine. This post will describe the building materials and methods used. [Read More](https://www.landmarkservices.com/blog/passive-house-construction-details) ## Construction Standards for Passive Houses My wife and I, both avid skiers, took the plunge a few years ago and bought some land in Bethel, Maine just a few miles from the slopes at Sunday River. In the course of designing the home that we wanted to build, a few things were important to us.... [Read More](https://www.landmarkservices.com/blog/a-passive-house-project) ## Energy Efficiency for Historic Homes A historic home has numerous perks for its owners; original hardwood floors, high ceilings, intricate detail, and the fact that you have, and are living in, your very own piece of history. However, with the good also comes the bad; poorly insulated... [Read More](https://www.landmarkservices.com/blog/bid/89237/make-your-historic-home-energy-efficient) ## Historic Houses: Beauty Through Imperfection Several times a year I am asked to look at old houses for potential buyers.  I'll walk through the house and give them my opinion on the condition of the house, the feasibility of renovations and additions, ballpark costs, etc.  [Read More](https://www.landmarkservices.com/blog/bid/77731/historic-houses-beauty-through-imperfection) ## Lead Paint Compliance for Historic Restoration Contractors Most people have probably heard by now about the new rules put into place by the EPA concerning lead paint and renovations. The goal of the rules is to increase awareness of the danger of lead paint and decrease the risk of harm to occupants of old... [Read More](https://www.landmarkservices.com/blog/bid/53879/dealing-with-lead-paint-on-historic-houses) ## Designing a Period Kitchen Kitchen design is a very personal thing, especially when it comes to old houses. Some people want the kitchen to match the period look of their house while others don't mind having a more modern looking space. [Read More](https://www.landmarkservices.com/blog/bid/38773/one-approach-to-old-house-kitchen-renovations) ## Restoring Original Siding & Trim on Greek Revival Homes Last time we did a [survey of the Greek Revival houses](https://www.landmarkservices.com/blog/bid/32253/The-Greek-Revival-in-small-town-New-England) in my town of Medway, Mass. There are some great examples of the style in town, ranging from humble to high style. Now let's take a look at the potential pitfalls of altering the original siding and... [Read More](https://www.landmarkservices.com/blog/bid/34968/restoring-the-original-look-of-your-historic-house) ## Stone Veneer for Historic Additions When we build an addition on a historic house, we take pride in our ability to make the new space blend seamlessly with the old. One of the ways we do this is by avoiding the raw look of exposed concrete foundations. Instead, we typically place a veneer... [Read More](https://www.landmarkservices.com/blog/bid/25188/renovation-techniques-stone-veneer) [Load More Posts](https://www.landmarkservices.com/blog/topic/materials-and-techniques/page/0) ## Let’s work together. Have a project on your mind? We would love to discuss it with you. Please reach out! [Send Us a Message](https://www.landmarkservices.com/contact-us) ### Landmark Services ### Recent Blog Posts 7 Oakland Street
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