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Water Damage Restoration of "The Centurion of Edith and Crosby"

For over a century, this brilliant example of traditional architecture has watched over the corner of Edith Street and Crosby Street. But in December of 2008, while the home was unoccupied, disaster struck.

For two weeks, a leaking water heater line exploded a warm mist into the air during one of the coldest winters in recent years. The moisture began to freeze on the walls, building up to more than 1 1/2" of solid ice. In some places, the floor was buried beneath a blanket of ice nearly 6 inches thick. Once discovered, the basement was found holding more than a foot of water.

Missoula Home Restoration Gallery:
The Centurion of Edith and Crosby

Water Damage Restoration in the Historical Building

Dayspring Restoration in Missoula, MT quickly began to remove this incredible amount of moisture from the home, which required a significant heating package to melt the icy coating that had encapsulated the house. Following the rigorous water cleanup, Dayspring Restoration teamed up with the Loyola Sacred Heart Foundation to birth new life into this old home.

The water damage restoration of the Centurion provides a perfect example of how modern innovation and historic properties can merge into a beautiful home. The process honored the traditional building techniques of the early 20th century and capitalized on the state-of-the-art advancements in energy efficiency that, until now, were only available for a newly constructed home.

Historical Building's Cutting-Edge Energy Efficiency Upgrades

These advancements in energy efficiency were brought about through Dayspring's partnership with Dr. Energy Saver in Missoula. The experts at Dr. Energy Saver utilized some of the most advanced energy conservation technologies available today. They were able to significantly upgrade a home that had been built in an era when energy conservation wasn't even a thought not to mention an advantage. Dr. Energy Saver modified the structure to comply with the strict energy codes of the International Energy Conservation Code.

The IECC, which was recently adopted by the city of Missoula, raises the bar for energy efficiency. This new level may have been difficult to meet for homes such as the Centurion, but Dayspring Restoration and Dr. Energy Saver have proven any Missoula home can meet these strict energy requirements.

Energy Efficient Upgrades in Missoula, MT

Now the average homeowners can dramatically reduce their homes' energy use and energy costs. Energy savings are no longer just obtainable by the high-end homeowners, but by every homeowner in Montana. The preservation of energy, money, and historical beauty combine to maintain what has made the University District of Missoula famous throughout the country.

Want to visit the Centurion? Come by and see its transformation from a traditional home into a modern display of energy efficiency. Such innovations can certainly be applied to any Missoula home. Take notes and ask Dayspring Restoration and Dr. Energy Saver how your home can also experience this same craftsmanship and energy efficiency.