1. Documentation: Know what you have.

A. Photo-documentation of Existing Conditions (cost estimates)

B. Oral and Written History

2. Stabilization: You can do something now.

A. Give yourself time to plan

B. Give the right craftsperson the time to get there

3. Rigging: Prepare for repair.

A. Being Safe

B. Being Careful and Thorough (know when to stop)

4. Repair: Be kind in kind

A. Traditional Timber Frame Repair Joinery

B. Foundation Repairs

C. Roof Repairs

5. Finishing: The Show: A balancing act

A. Historical Integrity

B. Practicality

C. Adaptive Re-use

6. Maintenance: The Future: Your legacy

A. The Maintenance Schedule

B. Insurance: Replacement Policy/Fire Protection

C. Protection: Preservation Easements