Restoring older Massachusetts homes
The Boston area is full of homes that were built right the first time — Colonials, Victorians, Cape Cods, antique farmhouses. The architecture and craftsmanship are worth saving. NFG Construction specializes in restoring those older homes back to their best while quietly modernizing the systems behind the walls.
This is more than a cosmetic refresh. We treat restoration projects as a chance to rebuild what's failing — sills, framing, plaster, plumbing, knob-and-tube wiring — without losing what makes the home original.
What's included in a restoration
- Frame and structural repairs — sill replacement, jacking, rotted-stud repair
- Period-correct trim, millwork and door replacements
- Re-plastering, custom moldings, restoration of original details
- New mechanicals (electrical, plumbing, heat) tucked behind the historic finishes
- Insulation and weatherization upgrades that don't compromise the building envelope
- Storm-window and original-window restoration where possible
"New house on an old frame"
Some restoration projects go further — we keep the original frame and exterior character but rebuild everything inside as if it were brand new. Modern open layout, modern systems, brand-new kitchen and baths, all wrapped in the home you fell in love with.
That's our specialty. We've done full top-to-bottom restorations on multiple homes around Wakefield, Reading, Andover and Medford, and the result feels new — but the house still belongs in the neighborhood.
Working with old homes
Restoration projects come with surprises — what's behind the lath, what the original framers actually did, what the previous owners patched over. We expect that and we're upfront about it. If we open a wall and find something unexpected, we tell you, we price it transparently, and we give you options.
Have an older home in Greater Boston & North Shore, MA that needs real restoration? Call 508-216-0426 or request a free estimate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Restoration is the work of bringing an older home back to its best — repairing original framing, plaster, period millwork and trim, and modernizing systems behind the walls without losing the home's character.
Restorations typically run longer than standard renovations because the work involves period-correct detailing and unforeseen structural repairs. Plan on 4–8 months for a meaningful whole-home restoration.
Yes. We coordinate with local historic commissions and Boston Landmarks where required, and we use period-correct detailing, materials and techniques that pass review.
Older homes always have surprises. We open things up carefully, document what we find, price the additional work transparently, and give you options before doing it.