Village homes and mid-century homes
In the village core, the siding, window sizes, trim, and porches define each older home’s character. Around it, mid-century ranches, split-levels, and two-stories have different roofs, walls, and remodeling histories.
In the core, updates should suit the house. Generic trim or windows can make an older home look flat, even with new materials. Elsewhere, worn roofs, siding, and windows are weighed against comfort and looks.
Additions, attached garages, and past remodels create spots where old meets new. Those spots, valleys, porch roofs, and gutters are worth checking when stains or damp show up.
Big trees add shade and leaves. A written plan sets a practical order for roofing, siding, windows, doors, and gutters.