Heritage Conservation
Inappropriate methods of repair and lack of understanding of the
behaviour of materials are common causes of defects in historic
buildings, and which in severe cases can lead to the destruction or
loss of important historic elements. Conservation philosophy
embraces the need for sympathetic repair with minimal intervention
to the building fabric to prevent decay and prolong the life of our
cultural and natural heritage.
The Service
- Historic building
surveys
- Conservation
manuals and conservation
plans
- Quadrennial
and quinquennial
inspections and
reports
- Condition
surveys and planned
maintenance programming
- Post
fire damage reconstruction
of historic buildings
- Restoration of
historic facades
- Preparation of
Planning and Listed
Building Consent
applications
- Specialist
project management
and contract administration
services
- Defect
analysis incorporating
non-destructive testing
- Archival research
and above ground
archaeology
Why Watts?
The preservation of historic buildings requires knowledge, skill and care, which grow out of experience and dedication. Watts provides specialist conservation advice to assist clients who are responsible for the practical care of historic buildings.
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