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THE BOSTON GLOBE, 1/29/2009

"The Renovator: Calling Charlie Allen a general contractor is a bit like calling an archaeologist a ditch digger. It's true, but misses all the subtlety and craft. Allen renovates period homes, undoing the damage that's been done over the years — sometimes centuries — by well-meaning owners and builders, and updating decrepit systems to make them functional and safe. And he does all this while trying to keep the beauty and integrity of the home intact."

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CHARLIE ALLEN RESTORATIONS WINS CHC PRESERVATION AWARD

Charlie Allen Renovations has received a 2009 Preservation Award from the Cambridge Historical Commission for our meticulous whole-house renovation of an 1870s Shingle Style Victorian. Congratulations to the homeowners, and thanks to the CHC for the welcome recognition!

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CHARLIE ALLEN RESTORATIONS PRINCIPALS ACHIEVE AGING-IN-PLACE AND GREEN REMODELER CERTIFICATIONS

"Aging-in-place and green renovation are two areas of great importance for the remodeling industry,” says Allen. “...We're pleased that we are now able to provide expert guidance to homeowners on both of these issues." "

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For more than thirty years, Charlie Allen Restorations has demonstrated meticulous craftsmanship, exceptional customer service, professional project management, and a genuine love for period architecture. In the process, we have become one of New England’s most highly regarded renovation firms. In fact, we’ve recently been recognized with three Gold Contractor of the Year Awards, two Chrysalis Awards for Historic Renovation, and numerous local community preservation awards. In 2007, one of our renovation projects was named Boston Globe Magazine’s Bathroom of the Year.

A full-service firm, we provide residential renovation services from the initial architectural phase through project development and construction. This comprehensive design-build process ensures a thoughtful, creative, and well-managed project. We excel at both full house renovations and the careful restoration of distinct rooms and period architectural features.

In addition to residential remodeling we are also the regional provider of Solid Flue Chimney Systems — one of the safest, most innovative chimney poured lining products available. Our work has been featured on several This Old House projects. More restorations here.

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	IN THE NEWS Charlie Allen recently shared home renovation solutions with Gene Lavanchy of Fox25's Morning News and Mike Nikitas of New England Cable News's Good Morning Live Watch Charlie's Fox25 appearance Watch Charlie's NECN appearance

	RESTORATIONS Our remodeling and restoration work includes all project types, from whole house renovations to kitchens and baths, master suites, additions, and exteriors. Homeowners who want to retain the character of their old home are well served by our firm’s knowledge of, and commitment to, period restorations. A number of our projects have won historic preservation awards. FIND OUT MORE

	WORKING WITH US Many homeowners want to employ a contractor who can integrate all the components of a renovation and manage the entire process from start to finish. Our design-build process does just that. A team of professionals carries your project from initial design through project development and construction. FIND OUT MORE

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