Restored Structures. Reclaimed Treasures.
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The fastest growing part of our business is locating and dismantling entire log and timber frame structures. These buildings are true treasures. Not only is every one unique, but they are hand made art. And they are a part of our American history which is quickly disappearing. These restored buildings are not only beautiful, one-of-kind and historically important, but they are also part of the quickly growing Green Movement to recycle.
While we come across many that are too dilapidated to restore, there are still some treasures out there that make beautifully restored homes and barns. They have been recycled into primary homes, vacation homes, guest cottages, barns, workshops, studios, bed and breakfast lodges and even elaborate clubhouses for kids. Typically, we will locate a building, have it dismantled, tagged and printed so it can be reassembled exactly as it originally stood.
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- 1825 Cabin in original location
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- Early 1800's log home after reassembly
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- Pennsylvania bank barn at its' original location
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- 1800's barn frame reassembled on stone foundation
What’s included:
Most often, the price of the structure includes the frame, rafters and joists as well as the dismantling, tagging and printing. Sometimes flooring or doors, windows, etc. are included in the price as well.
Who rebuilds it:
Once the structure has been shipped to your location, you will have drawings for reassembly. Some customers rebuild these themselves, others hire local contractors and others will use one of our crews.
What other Materials will I need:
If you are creating a structure that you want to remain a “period” piece, we offer a wide variety of reclaimed materials ranging from flooring to beams to ceiling boards. Most clients will use reclaimed materials in these projects, although it is not necessary. Once the frame is standing, standard building materials are acceptable and most general contractors can perform all the work involved in taking this project from the shell to the finished product.
What is the Cost:
The cost of these structures ranges from $10 to $50K depending on the size, species, condition and what is included (flooring, siding, etc). The cost to reassemble on your foundation ranges from $20-$30K to stand the frame, floor joist systems and rafter systems. The cost to ship can range from $500 locally to $5000 across the United States.
An Empty Canvas:
We like to compare these buildings to an empty canvas. Once rebuilt, you will most often have an open floor plan that lends itself to almost anything you can dream. People often use reclaimed materials to finish their project and incorporate ladders, wrought iron, even copper slides into the project.
