Are you in search of historic building restoration contractors to assist you with a future project? If so, you will obviously be in search of contractors who you know will have that delicate touch necessary to handle the historical building with care and precision. You may be wondering where to find such adept contractors specializing in heritage restoration. Introducing Heather & Little. Our team specializes in historic building restoration in both the USA and Canada. Here are the facts that you need to know.
Heather & Little boasts 95 years of experience in the industry with a special focus on sheet metal fabrication. We operate throughout the USA and Canada and are proud of the fact that our team members have been involved in architectural and ornamental sheet metal projects for some of North America’s most notable and beloved buildings. Our projects include, but are not limited to, the following:
Our historic building restoration services are designed to help keep heritage buildings in the best possible condition for longer periods of time. Depending on the existing condition of the structure we can either restore, repair or reproduce the decorative sheet metal components whenever necessary.
As leading historic building restoration contractors, we promise our clients plenty of versatility. Whether you require a reproduced sheet metal component replicated from an original element of an existing historical building, or you need an existing feature refurbished, our team is equipped to do it all.
Case Study: The Toronto Club Heritage Roofing Restoration
The Toronto Club, Canada's oldest private club, occupies a landmark 1889 clubhouse whose architectural integrity is paramount. When the time came to restore its roof to its original slate design, replacing a 1980s copper installation, the project demanded a team with specialized expertise. As leading historic building restoration contractors, we collaborated with architect Spencer Higgins to execute a plan that honored the building's heritage while ensuring its long-term durability.
A Blend of Tradition and Innovation
This restoration was a complex undertaking that required a delicate balance between historical authenticity and modern performance. While mandated to follow traditional methodologies, our role as historic restoration contractors also requires us to deliver the best possible solutions. A key challenge arose with a proposed gutter expansion joint; concerned about its longevity, we engineered an alternative that maintained a traditional appearance but offered superior durability. This collaborative problem-solving is a core component of our architectural restoration services, ensuring that every detail, seen or unseen, is executed to perfection.
Masterful Craftsmanship
One of the project's most exacting tasks was recreating the building's intricate sheet copper cornice to closely replicate painted and sanded terra cotta. This was not a simple installation but a feat of artistry. Our craftspeople manually brushed hundreds of individual copper dentils to achieve a precise texture, a finish that was lab-tested to ensure it could properly bond with the paint and sand treatment.
Discretion and Excellence
As dedicated preservation contractors, we understand that our work often takes place in active environments. We operated with the utmost discretion throughout the project, scheduling disruptive work like hammering during off-hours to respect the club's members. The result is a beautifully restored roof that returns The Toronto Club to its original grandeur, a testament to meticulous planning and expert craftsmanship.
For more information about why we are the leading historic building restoration contractors of choice, do not hesitate to contact us today.
If you are looking for a second opinion on your project or have a particularly complex issue that needs a fresh eye, such as historic building restoration, we’re here to help. Tackling tricky restoration projects is our specialty, and we welcome the opportunity to provide consulting services. We apply a keen attention to detail to all our commissions.
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