Water can disappear beneath floors and behind walls within minutes. The visible puddle may be gone, but damp insulation, framing, and subflooring can remain.
Restoration teams locate this hidden moisture, remove trapped water, create controlled drying conditions, and confirm that materials are dry before repairs begin.
The world of classic cars is filled with iconic models that have stood the test of time, and few vehicles capture the imagination quite like the Jaguar E-Type. Launched in 1961, the E-Type quickly became a symbol of elegance, speed, and automotive innovation. Over the years, its sleek design and powerful performance have made it a favorite among car enthusiasts and collectors alike. However, as with many vintage vehicles, maintaining and preserving these iconic cars requires more than just admiration—it calls for dedicated restoration efforts to keep them alive for future generations.
Believe it or not – Ridgewood’s rich history is about to shine again, as the town is set to restore the famous Zabriskie-Schedler House; the announcement may feel like déjà vu – however, circumstances are now different, henceforth making the restoration the community’s main priority. Phil Dolce, a Ridgewood local, stated, “The restoration holds paramount importance for the village, the state, and the local folks.”Ridgewood’s esteemed structure remains close to their hearts which is why everyone is so adamant about this restoration project.
Ridgewood NJ, started in 2021 with a $1.7 million budget the Wild Duck Pond project is a restoration which will restore both the ecological function and enhance the public use of the existing Wild Duck Pond Area. Funding for the restoration project comes from the Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund and a grant from NJ Green Acres. The man-made waterbody constructed in the 1900’s for ice production and adapted by the Parks Commission in the early 1950’s as part of the new Saddle River County Park, has ceased to function as designed: to divert water from the Saddle River down a conveyance channel and through the pond back to the Saddle River. As the Saddle River’s elevation has decreased and the pond’s clay liner deteriorates, the pond and channel needed vital reconstruction to restore the health of the pond’s ecosystem.
photo the James Rose landscape at EarthCam HQ in Upper Saddle River
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Hackensack NJ, in celebration of 2022 National Preservation Month in May, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco and the Board of County Commissioners are pleased to announce the winners of the 2022 Bergen County Historic Preservation Awards. The winners will be honored at the 2022 Bergen County Historic Preservation Awards ceremony on Thursday, May 5th at 7 pm. The ceremony is invitation only and will be held at Valley Brook County Golf Course, 15 Rivervale Rd, River Vale, NJ. The 2022 Historic Preservation Awards are hosted by the Bergen County Department of Parks, Division of Cultural and Historic Affairs and the Historic Preservation Advisory Board.