What needs to be done to restore my property, and where do we start? How can we complete the work in a way that ensures it won’t fail again in 6–10 years? These are common questions we hear from historic property owners. As a design-build firm specializing in historic properties, we have seen everything under the sun when it comes to addressing building envelope failures, including the unintended consequences of well-intentioned repairs, and how small errors can lead to significant problems. Our firsthand experience helps us know how to successfully blend modern and traditional building science while addressing the needs of both the building and the property owner.
This presentation will highlight some of the common issues property owners encounter when addressing building failures, best practices for ensuring historic buildings perform as they should, and key things to look for when assessing the condition of your own property.
Morgan joined Old Home Rescue in 2017 and became a partner in 2018. Since then, he has assessed more than 1,000 historic structures and completed over 300 preservation and rehabilitation projects. His hands-on experience has given him a deep understanding of the challenges involved in maintaining, repairing, and restoring historic buildings.
In 2025, Morgan became the owner of Old Home Rescue, continuing the firm's commitment to preserving historic properties through thoughtful assessment, practical solutions, and quality craftsmanship.
From Summer 2009 to 2018, Sara worked with Preservation & Design Studio before joining the Oklahoma State Historic Preservation Office, where she first served as the National Register of Historic Places Coordinator and later as the Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program Coordinator. In May 2025, she joined Old Home Rescue, bringing extensive experience in the assessment, documentation, and rehabilitation of historic properties. During the 2025 academic year, she was an adjunct professor at the University of Oklahoma teaching Historic Preservation Planning. Sara has written numerous National Register nominations and Historic Preservation Tax Credit applications, assessed thousands of historic structures, worked on hundreds of preservation projects, and reviewed thousands of projects for compliance and preservation standards.
