Historic Preservation by Heritage Steel Window Repair
Before a single sash comes out, an old building needs a plan. Our preservation services cover the survey, the treatment plan and the documentation, so you know what to save, what to repair and what it will cost.
We work on colonial stone houses, Victorian twins, Colonial Revival estates and mid-century modern homes. Each era has different window and door construction, and the right treatment depends on it.
Condition Surveys
A survey gives each window and door a number, photos and a condition rating for the frame, sash, glass, hardware and finish. It turns a vague worry about the windows into a list you can price and schedule.
Surveys are useful when you buy an older house, plan a renovation, apply for grants or tax credits, or need to prioritize work over several years.
Preservation Services
Using Archival Photos
Old photographs often show windows, shutters and porch details that were removed decades ago. We use them to rebuild lost elements accurately instead of guessing.
Maintenance Plans
Restored windows last for generations if they are maintained. We provide a simple schedule: what to check each year, when to repaint and when to call us.
We serve Philadelphia, the Main Line, Bucks, Chester and Delaware Counties, South Jersey and Wilmington. Related services: steel windows, bronze window restoration, metal window repair.
When to Call for a Preservation Survey
Order a window and door survey before you buy an older property, before you hire an architect for a renovation, and before you apply to a historical commission or for preservation funding. The survey gives you facts instead of guesses: which windows are original, which were replaced, what condition each one is in and what it will cost to bring them back.
Owners of historic homes in Philadelphia, Haddonfield, Doylestown and West Chester often use our surveys to plan work over several years. The most exposed windows are restored first, and the rest are scheduled as the budget allows, with simple maintenance in the meantime.
We also document what we find with numbered photos, so the record stays with the house for future owners.
Historic Preservation Prices in Philadelphia
Starting prices for 2026 in our Philadelphia service area. Your final price depends on the number of windows, their condition and access, and is confirmed in a written estimate after a free on-site visit. No work starts without your approval.
House Survey
- All windows and doors
- Condition ratings
- Photo record
- Budget ranges
Treatment Plan
- Everything in House Survey
- Maintain / repair / replace plan
- Phased budget
- Maintenance schedule
Commission Package
- Treatment plan
- Product and profile details
- Drawings and photos
- Attendance at review if needed
Price List
| Service | Price | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Archival photo research | $200 - $500 | per project |
| Annual maintenance inspection | $195 - $350 | per visit |
| Large building survey | $1,200 - $3,500 | per building |
| Door condition report | $95 - $150 | per door |
| Pre-purchase window assessment | $300 - $550 | per house |
| Consultation with your architect | $125 | per hour |
Prices include labor and standard materials. Lead-safe work practices are included on pre-1978 homes. Travel outside our usual service area may add a trip charge, quoted in advance.
Recent Historic Preservation Projects
Mid-Century Modern Residence · Haverford, PA
Window and door assessment for a mid-century modern home, keeping the thin original frames that define the design.
1744 Fieldstone Farmhouse · Doylestown, PA
Doors and windows of a 1744 fieldstone farmhouse documented and repaired to match the original joinery and finishes.
Colonial Revival Estate · Bryn Mawr, PA
Window restoration for a Colonial Revival estate, coordinated with the interior restoration team and the owner's architect.
Lakeside Camp Documentation · Pocono region, PA
Archival photos used to rebuild lost window and porch details on a historic lakeside camp lodge.
Historic Preservation FAQ
Pricing depends on the size of the building. For most houses a survey costs a fraction of the restoration and is often credited toward the work if you hire us.
We provide the window documentation, scopes and photos that tax credit consultants and architects need. The application itself is handled by your consultant.
No, but preservation is where our experience is deepest. We also maintain steel and bronze windows in new homes.
Yes. Each window gets a condition rating and a priority, so you know which ones need attention now and which can wait for a later phase.
Yes. We prepare surveys and phased scopes that fit grant cycles and board approvals, and we document the work for the organization's records.
Get a free historic preservation estimate
Call (215) 555-0163 or send us photos of your windows.