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When you own a historical home, it's important to preserve the unique—and now uncommon—architectural details from the specific era. Because of this, repairing or replacing any aspect while preserving the integrity of the home can be a difficult undertaking. Prominent features, such as the windows, especially need to be handled with care. Check out a few smart tips on this process below.

Use Specialty Windows

Standard stock won't cut it. Depending on the age of your historical home, the dimensions may not match what's commonly found in stores. Furthermore, you want to maintain the size and shape of the existing openings as much as possible; disrupting this can drastically alter the appearance and affect the structural integrity. Style is also an issue; because the goal is to retain the original character, specialty windows are the best way to do it.

Seek Permission

windowsAccording to the National Park Service, the Historic Preservation Office of your state should be contacted before any project begins on a historical building. This is because there are a number of state and city codes that must be obeyed. In many cases, you will need explicit permission before moving forward. The application process usually involves proving why you need a full replacement as well as the compatibility of the new specialty windows.  

If you have a historical home in the Cincinnati, OH, area in need of remodeling, consult Murphy Home Improvement. With more than 30 years of experience and a wide variety of products from top brands, you can trust you'll get exactly what you want. Stop by their showroom to see what they have to offer; if you bring in your window measurements, they'll even give you 10% off! They also offer doors and awnings, as well as roofing and siding services. Head to their website to learn more or call them directly at (513) 922-8989.

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