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Buying and living in an old house is so rewarding, and it can also be stressful. So many of us go into old house ownership with the idea that “we’ll be done with the rehab in insert arbitrary date here.”

Not long after the first paint stripping session or the key turns in the lock (or doesn’t!), the reality of the scope of work sets in. We’re in this for the long haul, and sometimes that can feel overwhelming. The longer I do this work, the more I realize that a sense of overwhelm often creates paralysis and anxiety. Suddenly every maintenance issue looks catastrophic, and it’s easy to wonder, Where do I even start?

Lindsay from Blind Eye Restoration said it best, “Old houses are just very needy for maintenance.” It’s true; An old house is never truly done.

Here’s how I can help.

 

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Before You Book a Consultation

I am really excited to meet you and talk about your old house, but I need to tell you a few things before you book our time together.

• Your safety is my first priority.
• My consulations are virtual through Zoom, but if you live locally to me (Buffalo, NY area–all regions/Salt Lake City, UT, schedule TBD), I do travel for an additional flat fee TBD by your needs. If you live in my exact town, or within 10 minutes, I will waive my travel fee. We’re neighbors!
• I may not tell you what you want to hear even though I wish I could.
• I am not a licensed contractor or an engineer, and I won’t pretend to be.
• If I don’t know the answer, I won’t make up something.
• I don’t believe that any questions are stupid. Ask away!
• I believe that every person’s chapter one looks different.

If all of this looks good, let’s get to work.