Restoring an historical building is a complex process, a project that is much more difficult than restoring modern buildings. Here are some important aspects that you need to bear in mind:

• Consider the building structure and the amenities first – the first thing you need is a structural evaluation of the building. For that, you will need a building restoration expert to check the condition of the walls, of the foundation, of the roof and of any important load-bearing component. You will need to do the same with plumbing, the electrical wiring and all the other amenities. The restoration process should always start with the structural elements and the amenities;
• Maintain the style of the building – historical buildings are all about character, so you will need to make sure that the ornaments and other, exterior and interior décor features are maintained. Take pictures of the building before the restoration starts and get all the ornamental elements recreated to be able to restore the building’s original beauty;
• Find out about the requirements comprised in local building codes – many states and regions have specific requirements when it comes to restoring historical buildings, so consulting local building codes is a very important preliminary step before the restoration is started.