When it comes to historic homes, the interior holds just as much significance as the exterior. The true charm and character of these homes are often found in their timeless details—ornate moldings, vintage woodwork, and architectural elements that reflect the...
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Exterior Services
Our Exterior Work: Revitalizing Historic Homes with Timeless Craftsmanship When it comes to historic homes, the exterior is just as important as the interior. The charm and character of these homes often lie in their beautiful facades—intricate details, vintage...
Porch Services
Importance of Revitalizing Your Historic Porch A porch is more than just an entryway to your home; it’s an invitation to pause, to relax, and to enjoy the outside world in a comfortable and charming space. Whether it's the iconic wraparound porch of a grand historic...
Top of Shop: Meet John
How many years have you been in the industry?John: In storm windows less than a year, but cabinet making, reproduction furniture building, furniture restoration, & retail displays for 38 years. Are you an early bird or night owl?John: I would say an early...
Top of Shop: Meet Matt
How many years have you been in the industry?Matt: Around 4 or 5 years. Are you an early bird or night owl?Matt: A little bit of both but mostly an early bird. What were your first jobs?Matt: My first job was as a janitor at an elementary school. ...
Top of Shop: Meet Will Myles
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Tax Credit in Wisconsin
What is a tax credit? A tax credit is a percentage of money spent to improve your home. Tax credits are better than tax deductibles because they work on a dollar-for-dollar basis. If you owe the government $6,000 in taxes and you have a tax credit of $4,000, you would...
Wood Windows or Vinyl Replacement Windows: Which One You Should Invest in and Why
You’ve invested in one of the most beloved antiques, your historic home, and now you’re debating whether you should restore or replace your windows. Walking around the neighborhood, like on the east side of Milwaukee, you notice some houses have replacement windows...
Get to Know Us, Jake Meils, Sales Lead
How many years have you been in the industry? Jake: Well I’ve owned an historic home for 8 years and have worked on it for that amount of time. Professionally, I’ve been with the company for 2 solid years. It has been a pleasure and blessing to do something you’re...
Get to Know Us, Javier Romero, Window Tuning Lead
How many years have you been in the industry? Javier: At this company, it’s been 3 years. Are you an early bird or night owl? Javier: I like early. Early bird. What were your first jobs? Javier: In the company the first job I did was...
Get to Know Us, Prudencio “Flash” Rodriguez, Roofing Subcontractor
How many years have you been in the industry? Flash: 4 years working with Thoughtful Craftsmen Are you an early bird or night owl? Flash: Early bird What were your first jobs? Flash: Cooking. I was a cook a long time ago. What's the...
Job Opportunity: Carpentry Work
Thoughtful Craftsmen is the Milwaukee Area’s premier historic restoration company. Wespecialize in the restoration of older homes, working on many of our local architectural gems.Restoration carpentry requires general framing and finish skills, with a knack for...
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