Sikes Adobe Farmhouse Restoration

November 2003 Progress Report

These restoration photos were taken in September, October and November 2003

The roof goes up…

New rafters installed over the sitting room area

Then filled in.

The picture below shows a worker working on ceiling rafters in the adobe (kitchen) area. Observe the metal beam across the adobe wall. This is for modern seismic safety purposes, and cannot be hidden from view.

Porch overhang being replaced. The porch was one of the first structures on the house to deteriorate.

Shingles on the roof, awaiting installation.

New roof finally in place

Historic architect Ione Stiegler studies the restoration progress.

Contractor Mark Sauer and Construction Superintendent Phil Patrick.

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