Historic Preservation
Authentic restoration of Connecticut’s landmark buildings — courthouses, houses of worship, mansions, museums — with the patience and precision these projects require.
Stewardship beyond construction.
Restoring a 19th-century church or an 18th-century mansion is not the same as building new. The materials are different, the techniques are different, the standards are different, and the stakes are different. F.J. Dahill has been a preservation contractor for over a century, including a PDCA First Place award for Commercial Exterior restoration. We coordinate with preservation societies, architects, and SHPO offices where required.
Historic preservation capabilities.
Award-Winning Restoration
PDCA First Place Commercial Exterior winner. References available from preservation societies and historic property owners.
Slate & Historic Roofing
Authentic restoration and replacement of slate, clay tile, and historic metal roof systems on landmark buildings.
Historic Masonry
Period-appropriate tuckpointing, brick, stone, terra cotta, and chimney restoration following preservation standards.
Historic Window Restoration
Restoration of historic wood windows, hardware, and weatherstripping.
Architectural Carpentry
Custom millwork, trim, and architectural carpentry matched to original profiles and species.
Steeple Work
Specialized high-elevation restoration on steeples, finials, weathervanes, and ornamental features.
How we deliver historic preservation projects.
Standards-based work
We coordinate with preservation societies, architects, and SHPO offices where required.
Preservation partnerships
Supporting organizations like the National Trust for Historic Preservation and Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation. We work alongside the preservation community.
Patience as a skill
Historic work cannot be rushed. We staff and schedule preservation projects with the attention to detail they require.
Recent historic preservation work.
Often paired with historic preservation.
Have a historic preservation project?
Tell us about your building, your timeline, and your operational constraints. We will respond in a timely manner.