Rehab Ready: Planning Home Maintenance & Repair Projects
Constructed with high quality materials and built by expert craftsman, Chicago's vintage homes have continuously served the needs of generations of homeowners. With that said, vintage homeowners do face some potential challenges including antiquated layouts, outdated mechanical systems, past improper repairs, and the need to keep up with ongoing annual maintenance. It can sometime feel like everything has to be done at once, but that is rarely the case. Join Matt Cole, Program Coordinator for NHS' Chicago Greystone & Vintage Home Program to learn some practical tips for assessing your home's maintenance and repair needs, as well prioritizing rehab projects.
Two opportunities to attend:
Tuesday, April 5, 2016 6-7:30 PM
Logan Square Branch Public Library
3030 West Fullerton Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
Parking available in adjacent lot and on-street
Tuesday, April 12, 2016 6-7:30 PM
South Shore Branch Public Library
2505 East 73rd Street
Chicago, IL 60649
On-street parking available
Rehab Ready: Finding, Vetting, & Hiring Contractors
You love your vintage home and have taken the necessary time to prioritize its repair and maintenance needs. You have also determined what you can afford to spend and secured the necessary financing (or savings) to cover the project's costs. Now who should hire to update your kitchen, replace your roof, finish your attic, or repair your historic masonry? How do you know if they are qualified to do the necessary work and are specifying everything needed for the repairs? Join Matt Cole, Program Coordinator for NHS' Chicago Greystone & Vintage Program for pro tips on assessing contractors, reviewing bids, and taking steps to avoid potential surprises.
Two opportunities to attend:
Tuesday, April 19, 2016 6-7:30 PM
Logan Square Branch Public Library
3030 West Fullerton Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
Parking available in adjacent lot and on-street
Wednesday, April 20, 2016 6-7:30 PM
Avalon Branch Public Library
8148 S Stony Island Avenue
Chicago, IL 60617
Parking available in adjacent lot and on-street
Rehab Ready: Working with an Architect
We love our vintage Chicago homes, but that doesn't mean we want to live like people did in the early 1900s or with that 30-year-old "contemporary" renovation done by a previous owner. Maybe it's time for a kitchen and bath upgrade. Maybe you want a larger master bedroom or need additional space for a home office, nursery, or for an elderly family member. How can you affordably accommodate these new uses into your home while still respecting its vintage character? An architect can help answer these questions. Join NHS' Chicago Greystone & Vintage Home Program and the Chicago Chapter of the American Institute of Architects for a discussion of why and how working with an architect may be right for your next rehab project - including plenty of renovation examples!
Two opportunities to attend:
Tuesday, May 3, 2016 6-7:30 PM
Logan Square Branch Public Library
3030 West Fullerton Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
Parking available in adjacent lot and on-street
Wednesday, May 25, 2016 6-7:30 PM
Chicago Bee Branch Public Library
3647 South State Street
Chicago, IL 60609
Parking available in adjacent lot and on-street