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period Property Restoration London Experts - Environ Property Services
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High Quality, Traditional Craftsmanship And Preservation Works
When working on a period property, we may need to replace original features such as plaster cornices, sash windows or decorative ironwork. Craftsmanship must be of impeccable quality so these replacements do not stick out like a sore thumb. Our house restoration projects always involve sourcing materials that match the original fabric perfectly.
Our contractors and tradespeople are experienced in traditional building techniques so that any alterations or repairs we have to make to your period house will look identical to the original fabric. We specialise in repairing exterior walls to preserve the structural integrity of heritage properties.
This includes sourcing items from trusted suppliers of authentic period replicas and carefully ageing materials so they appear to be appropriately old. We replace only the essential parts to maintain the authenticity of period houses. Our restoration services cover a wide range of period properties, from small cottages to grand old houses, ensuring that period features are maintained and celebrated.
Combining traditional craftsmanship with modern plumbing, electrical, and damp-proofing allows us to reinvigorate a period property so that it functions like a modern home while looking straight out of the 1800s.
Damp-proofing and remedial works for conservation areas and listed buildings
When working in conservation areas and listed buildings, preservation is more than an aesthetic concern. It is illegal to alter or damage original fabric in protected buildings, and many conservation areas place restrictions on their appearance. Our London restoration projects comply with all guidelines from the local planning authority.
If you don’t hire contractors who know how to work with period buildings, you may be ordered to reverse the works, pay hefty fines or even face prosecution. The property owner is always liable for any breaches of planning law or damage to historic fabric.
In listed buildings, the entire structure is protected, inside and out. You should never assume that you can perform any work without planning permission and historic buildings consent, no matter how minor.
In 2015, a property developer who refurbished a Grade II listed Georgian house in Wales was ordered to pay a heavy fine or face a 20 month prison sentence. This is an extreme example, but less headline-grabbing stories happen all the time.
With Period Building Preservation, We Need To Be Prepared For Anything
Even in initially simple jobs, there’s no knowing what we will find when we start peeling back the paint and plaster.
Damage and disrepair in period properties are often covered up rather than fixed, and shoddy workmanship from generations ago can come back to haunt us. This is especially common in period houses that have been subdivided into flats.
Timber and brick are also more susceptible to decay than steel and concrete, especially if untreated damp has been eating away at them. We are often called out to perform damp surveys on period buildings to discover that urgent structural works are also required.
In such situations, you need a contractor who is ready for anything. Many companies that only perform damp works don’t have the expertise, staff, or scale to perform structural works or advanced repairs.