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Bob Raleigh

Bob Raleigh is the president and owner of Renaissance Historic Exteriors, an internationally recognized historic restoration contractor with numerous industry awards and accolades. With more than 30 years of industry experience, he is considered one of the foremost experts in historic commercial and residential restorations. He holds a degree from the University of Dubuque in business economics and is a board member of the National Slate Association.

Blog Post by Bob Raleigh

Bob Raleigh Aug 26, 2025 11:54:25 AM 9 min read

What Should Be Included in a Historic Restoration Project Proposal

Best practice is to work with a historic restoration contractor that provides a written, ...

Bob Raleigh Jul 8, 2025 4:23:53 PM 6 min read

Reuse vs. Replacement: What to Know About Restoring Historic Clay Roof Tiles

When restoring historic clay roof tiles, property owners frequently find themselves at a ...

Bob Raleigh Jul 8, 2025 4:20:46 PM 9 min read

Does Your Historic Restoration Contractor Belong to These Professional Organizations?

Restoring your historic residential or commercial property can be a large undertaking. ...

Bob Raleigh May 9, 2025 2:19:26 PM 8 min read

6 Things to Look for in a Historic Slate Roof Contractor

The slate roof of a historic home can and should be a thing of beauty. A slate roof not ...

Bob Raleigh Apr 10, 2025 10:26:44 AM 6 min read

These Steps Will Help Maintain the Roof System of Your Historic Property

Historic structures are more than just a place to sleep, eat, live, or conduct business — ...

Bob Raleigh Feb 25, 2025 9:15:00 AM 8 min read

Signs That Your Historic Copper Gutters Need to Be Repaired or Replaced

Copper gutters are an important component of any historic property. Not only do they help ...

Bob Raleigh Jan 30, 2025 4:26:12 PM 10 min read

What to Look for When Hiring a Historic Restoration Contractor

Hiring a historic restoration contractor to repair or replace components of a historic ...