The oldest standing log home in the United States was built around 1638, only 20 years after the Pilgrims landing on Plymouth Rock. The amazing thing about this cabin, besides from its age, is the fact that a large addition was built about 100 years after initial construction, with people living in the home until 1919! The purpose behind this history lesson is to show that a well built home can continue being viable to the homeowners, no matter the age, with modern renovations.
In St. Louis we don’t have homes quite as old, but the same reasoning exists – no home is too old for a renovation. Yes, additions and other renovations might cost a little extra to upgrade outdated water and electric, as well as removing lead and asbestos, but the final product is nearly always worth it.
One aspect important to homeowners of older homes is capturing the historical accuracy while having modern amenities. Depending on the scope of the project, changes can be made to your home’s layout for drastic results. For example, older homes often have small rooms, which homeowners find isolating. By removing walls and changing the layout, your old home can feel just like new!
Old homes are also potential candidates for a green remodel. Because they were not built with efficiency in mind, you could potentially be paying more than you need to on your monthly energy bills. RIGGS has a certified green remodeler on staff who can incorporate energy efficient materials and techniques into your renovation.
The possibilities of with older homes are nearly endless. At RIGGS, we can help get your older home feeling like new, but still with that historic feel.
