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Historic Building Inspections
1900–1940: Standardized Windows, Storefronts, and Early Metal Framing
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1900–1940: Standardized Windows, Storefronts, and Early Metal Framing
2 Topics
Basics
Inspection Context
1950–1980: Postwar Fenestration and Façade Modernization
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1950–1980: Postwar Fenestration and Façade Modernization
2 Topics
Basics
Inspection Context
1980–Present: Contemporary Retrofits and Replacements
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1980–Present: Contemporary Retrofits and Replacements
2 Topics
Basics
Inspection Context
Conditions, Concerns, and Issues
Common Fenestration Deterioration and Deficiency in Historic Buildings
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Common Fenestration Deterioration and Deficiency in Historic Buildings
2 Topics
Basics
Inspection Context
Access, Routing, and Concealment Concerns in Historic Fenestration
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Access, Routing, and Concealment Concerns in Historic Fenestration
2 Topics
Basics
Inspection Context
Fenestration Upgrades vs. Preservation
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Fenestration Upgrades vs. Preservation
3 Topics
Basics
Inspection Context
Talking Points
Safety and Regulatory Considerations
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Safety and Regulatory Considerations
5 Topics
Basics
Inspection Context
Life-Safety Issues in Older Fenestration Systems
Key Areas to Consider
Preservation Constraints and Fenestration Work
Inspection Procedure
Starting the Inspection
What to Do
Visual Indicators
Protection and Rehabilitation
Age-Typical vs. Defect
Talking Points
Summary
PORCHES, PORTICOS, DECKS, AND ENTRANCEWAYS
Introduction
All Things About Porches, Porticos, Decks, and Entranceways in Historic Buildings
Historic Porches, Porticos, Decks, and Entranceway Strategies
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Historic Porches, Porticos, Decks, and Entranceway Strategies
5 Topics
Overview
Common Historic Porches, Porticos, Decks, and Entranceway Approaches
Visual Cues
A Brief Review of Original Porch and Entryway Construction
How Building Age and Architecture Shape Porches and Entryways
Porches, Porticos, Decks, and Entranceway Components in Historic Buildings
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Porches, Porticos, Decks, and Entranceway Components in Historic Buildings
3 Topics
Overview
Entryway Access, Terminations, and Drainage Entry Points
Porch, Deck and Entry Bays and Groups
Common Porches, Porticos, Decks, and Entryway Types by Era
Overview
Pre‑1850: Handcrafted Entries and Masonry Porticos
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Pre‑1850: Handcrafted Entries and Masonry Porticos
2 Topics
Basics
Inspection Context
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