We Are Passionate Historic Home and Building Restoration Contractors!
With over 20 years of expertise in historic home and building restoration, Thoughtful Craftsmen is dedicated to preserving the beauty and integrity of historic properties.
Specializing in wood restoration, we cater to both residential homes and commercial properties, meticulously restoring everything from windows and doors to intricate woodwork and custom wood storm windows.
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Serving Milwaukee Since 1998
Our Historic Home and Building Restoration Services
From restoring intricate woodwork to preserving original plasterwork and revitalizing historic floors, our interior projects respect each building’s unique character. We blend traditional craftsmanship with modern needs, creating interiors that honor your property’s heritage while providing beauty and functionality.
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We have 20+ years of experience restoring old & historic homes.
Thoughtful Craftsmen has been working on the homes of the Eastside and near-North Shore since 1998, specializing in restoring wood siding, fixing original details, rebuilding porches and returning homes to their long-lost splendor.
We fell in love with the old homes of the area and their often-neglected details and connective tissue and decided to make this demanding sort of restoration our specialty!
We bring the same dedication to detail and preservation to the interiors of historic homes as we do to the exteriors!
From restoring intricate woodwork to preserving original plasterwork and revitalizing historic floors, our interior projects respect each home’s unique character. We blend traditional craftsmanship with modern needs, creating interiors that honor your property’s heritage while providing beauty and functionality.
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What types of buildings does Thoughtful Craftsmen work on?
Thoughtful Craftsmen provides building restoration services for both historic buildings and non-historic properties. We work on everything from historic landmarks and properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places to newer homes and commercial structures. Our focus is always on high-quality craftsmanship and long-term performance.
What is the difference between restoration and renovation?
Restoration focuses on preserving and repairing original materials, especially in old buildings and historic places. Renovation often involves updating or replacing elements to improve functionality or appearance. Our approach prioritizes restoration when possible, while incorporating renovation where it supports long-term durability and performance.
Do you offer window restoration, or should I install a new window?
In many cases, historic windows and original wood windows can be restored rather than replaced. Window restoration improves functionality, preserves craftsmanship, and extends lifespan. While some situations call for a new window, we evaluate each project carefully and recommend the best long-term solution.
What makes your company different from a typical general contractor?
Thoughtful Craftsmen focuses on detailed restoration projects that require specialized knowledge of historic building materials, woodworking, and traditional methods. Much of our work is completed in-house by skilled tradespeople, ensuring a consistent level of craftsmanship across every project.
What services do you offer?
We provide a range of restoration services for residential and commercial properties, including window restoration, carpentry, millwork, roofing, and masonry repair, such as tuckpointing. Each project is approached with a focus on durability, proper materials, and long-term functionality.
Do you handle historic preservation requirements or tax credits?
Yes. We have experience working on preservation projects involving historic properties, including those connected to preservationists and organizations like the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Some projects may qualify for tax credit programs depending on the property and scope of work. We recommend confirming eligibility with a qualified advisor or local authority.
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Serving the greater Milwaukee area since 1998. Let's talk about your project.