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| Find trusted resources for what to do if your historic building is impacted by flooding. |
| Information and resources to assist architecture professionals and archaeology consultants in preserving Wisconsin's history |
| Learn to identify typical poured concrete foundation problems. |
| Learn about common exterior wood trim problems and how to solve them. |
| Types of siding that could be on a historic building and how to maintain or repair them. |
| Learn to identify typical concrete block foundation problems. |
| Learn how to replace drop wood siding on your historic building. |
| Steps for repairing the glazing compound in historic windows in order to improve energy efficiency. |
| Different types of weatherstripping for exterior doors that will improve energy efficiency of a historic building. |
| Learn how to maintain the woodwork in your historic house or building. |
| Learn how to replace clapboard wood siding on your historic building. |
| Learn how to repair splits or cracks in wood siding on your historic building. |
| Learn how to replace wood shingle siding on a historic building. |
| Directions for replacing a broken or rotted sash cord in a historic window. |
| Learn about programs that help fund large-scale rehabilitation projects. |
| Learn to identify and maintain structural, colored storefront glass. |
| Read about Transportation Alternatives Program grants and their use in local projects. |
| How to renovate upper floor space into residential units. |
| Discover ways to repair or maintain shellac finishes on wood surfaces. |
| Learn to identify and evaluate structural problems in your historic building's foundation. |
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