Business Directory

Preservation Iowa offers an online business directory designed to support individuals and organizations involved in historic preservation projects. This resource serves as a starting point for those seeking specialized consultants, contractors, and other professionals with expertise in preservation and rehabilitation work. By providing easy access to a network of skilled experts, the directory helps support historic properties being maintained and rehabilitated in a way that respects their historic character and materials. Whether for a small homeowner project or a large-scale commercial project, the directory aims to connect users with preservation professionals that work in Iowa.

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If your business offers services related to historic buildings or resources, working on historic buildings or projects, or other types of services supporting preservation, rehabilitation, interpretation, or education about historic resources, please consider becoming a professional member of Preservation Iowa and requesting inclusion on the directory!

Directory Policies

This directory is a list of consultants, contractors and suppliers that have requested that their names be included on Business Directory maintained by Preservation Iowa. Preservation Iowa maintains this list as a starting point to help people identify resources for their preservation projects and renovation work.

In order to appear in this directory, businesses are required to be members of Preservation Iowa and verified that they have experience working on historic projects in their area of expertise.  This list does not represent an endorsement, recommendation, or assumption of responsibility for the quality of work of any consultant, contractor, or supplier.  There is no guarantee implicit or implied that any work produced by those on the list will meet federal, state or local requirements.

This list of available consultants, contractors, and service providers is provided as a resource for you to contact to further research.  Preservation Iowa recommends that you contact at least three businesses and check references with previous clients.  There may be additional businesses not listed on the directory who you may want to consider.  If you know of other businesses who work in preservation not on this list, please encourage them to join Preservation Iowa and request inclusion!

Choosing a Contractor

Selecting the right contractor, consultant, or service provider is critical to the success of your preservation project. To ensure that your project is completed to the highest standards and in compliance with preservation guidelines, here are some essential steps to consider when making your choice:

  • Request multiple current references from the contractor that are relevant to the type of work you’re undertaking.
  • Ask the contractor for a cost-estimate in writing for proposed work to be performed that is connected to a clear scope of work.
  • Make sure they are a licensed and insured contractor.
  • Check if the contractor will certify that their work conforms to federal, state and local regulations and requirements, particularly to the Standards for Rehabilitation if historic tax credits or grants are being utilized.
  • Verify that the contractor carries workers’ compensation insurance.
  • Make sure the contractor or consultant has experience with similar preservation projects, as work on historic buildings often requires specialized knowledge, skills, and sensitivity to historic materials and structures.
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