Treanor Blog/News
Preservation: Going it alone?
For fans of cable television, it might not seem so hard to rehabilitate a historic building. Watching HGTV and shows such as This Old House empower and educate building owners—and sometimes skim over the realities of older buildings. read more
Preservation: When Specialization Matters
Rehabilitating a historic building has many benefits, and tax incentives make it an increasingly attractive option. But approaching your project like new construction could cost you more than expected—in time, money and sleepless nights.
A little expertise goes a long way, especially with larger, complex rehabilitations or when pursuing federal tax credits. Here’s where the right advisors at the right time can make life easier: read more
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Documenting the condition of Riverfront Community Center's exterior sandstone with a sounding hammer.![]()
The Myth of the Sacred Building

When it comes to historic properties, there’s a myth that’s so prevalent most people take it as fact. It goes like this: don’t even think about altering that building. read more
Hidden Treasure
Test windows used by Evergreene Painting Studios to identify decorative paint.
Decorative paint uncovered on the historic vault.
Vault door in the restoration process.
Vault door near end of restoration.
Completely restored, the vault will be open to the public during open meetings in the room.
Restored historic Diebold Safe & Lock Co. decorative paint.









