Historic Restoration - New Kent | Hunnicutt Construction

Preserving New Kent’s Historic Legacy with Skilled Restoration

New Kent County is rich in historical significance, featuring many properties that reflect the heritage of Virginia’s past. Hunnicutt Construction specializes in historic preservation and restoration projects designed to protect and revitalize these cherished buildings. Our skilled team blends traditional preservation techniques with modern upgrades, ensuring that New Kent’s historic structures continue to serve their communities while retaining their distinctive charm.

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The Balance of Preservation and Modernization

Restoring historic properties requires careful attention to original materials such as brickwork, wood detailing, and architectural ornamentation. We combine this respect for craftsmanship with upgrades to electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, ensuring buildings meet today’s building codes and safety standards without compromising their historic character.

Our Historic Preservation and Restoration Services

Exterior Restoration: Rehabilitation of historic façades, windows, roofing, and original architectural embellishments that define New Kent’s historic landscape.

Interior Preservation & System Upgrades: Expert restoration of interior woodwork, plaster, and period details, combined with modern electrical, plumbing, and HVAC installations.

Structural Reinforcement: Strengthening historic buildings to meet current safety regulations while maintaining visual authenticity.

Adaptive Reuse: Transforming historic buildings for contemporary commercial, residential, or mixed uses while preserving key heritage features.

Incentives and Programs Supporting New Kent’s Preservation

New Kent residents and property owners can take advantage of several local and state programs, including:

Virginia Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit: Offering a 25% state income tax credit on eligible rehabilitation expenses for certified historic properties, encouraging private investment in preservation.
Federal Historic Preservation Tax Credits: Providing additional financial incentives for income-producing historic properties in New Kent.
Local Grant Opportunities and Property Tax Relief: New Kent’s county programs support the preservation of historic sites through grants and potential property tax exemptions.
Historic Easements and Conservation Programs: Programs allowing owners to protect historic features in exchange for tax benefits, encouraging long-term preservation.

Our familiarity with these programs helps to navigate and maximize available benefits, streamlining restoration projects.