Restoration of old village houses. How to renovate an old house with your own hands. Conditions for partial and major repairs

Before you start restoring a house, you need to draw up an estimate, develop a detailed plan for the sequence of work, and determine the amount of repair.

Foundation restoration

When reconstructing the foundation under a wooden house, the building should be raised to a certain height using jacks. If the structure shows signs of severe destruction, then it is better to completely dismantle it and install a new one. The foundation with minor modifications can be reinforced with brickwork. If it is a strip structure, install the formwork and pour the foundation with concrete mixture.

How to update a log house

For strengthening, the frame can be overlaid with bricks or revetted with artificial stone. A good option for renovating facades is siding.

Roofing

A waterproofing material is laid on top of the updated lathing, a new coating is laid.

Restoring an old home is a laborious process, but with the effort you can achieve remarkable results.

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A few decades ago, people en masse sought to settle in an apartment building, but today the situation has changed radically. One would like to exchange monotonous concrete boxes for a cozy wooden house somewhere far from the hustle and bustle of the city. However, many do this, even the prospect of periodic repairs does not even stop. After all, wood, despite modern processing methods, is exposed over time to environmental influences. Fortunately that DIY wooden house repair conduct is quite realistic.

Reasons for repairing a wooden house

Before starting repair work, it is necessary to identify the cause of the malfunction. Most often, the owners of wooden houses are faced with the following problems:

• The crowns of the log house are rotten and worn out.
• Horizontal cracks appeared along the logs.
• Repair of the walls of the house, which are located under the window openings, is required.

If you get down to work in the early stages, then you can do the repair of a wooden house with your own hands without disassembling, which will be much cheaper and easier.

Wall repair

The most vulnerable point of a wooden house is the crown logs, as well as the floor beams and the floor itself. Damaged logs and beams require replacement, which can be done without disassembly, but the house will need to be lifted using jacks. Before lifting, it is necessary to remove the door and window frames. And the rise itself must be carried out in several stages and gradually. When the house is raised to the desired height, it is necessary to replace the leaky logs with fresh ones. After all, the house should be omitted.

Elimination of cracks along the logs

Such cracks are dangerous because moisture, dust, dirt and insects will accumulate in them, which in the near future will lead to the destruction of the log. In order to fix this problem, you can advise to resort to one of two methods:

• Existing cracks and crevices must be thoroughly cleaned, then treated with an antiseptic and sealed with a special sealant.
• The walls of the house from the outside can be sheathed with boards or panels, which will prevent the development of cracks and the appearance of new damage.

But the combined option would be more preferable - first to process and repair the cracks, and then to make the cladding.

The sections of the walls under the window openings suffer from moisture ingress from the window drain, which leads to premature decay. And this can lead to the fact that the decay processes spread very quickly to the rest of the walls. Therefore, it is better to start repairing the old wooden one as early as possible, especially since the work here is not very difficult. That part of the log that is rotten must be cut out and replaced with a new one. And in order to fix this new part of the log, it is enough to put them on the pre-nailed combs.

Our article offers photos and videos that will give answers to questions about how to repair a wooden house with your own hands. By starting repair work in advance, you can avoid unpleasant consequences and premature destruction of a cozy wooden house.

Wooden house renovation video

As a rule, houses in Russia were built of wood. And there is a logical explanation for this - it is in our country that there are most forests. It is worth noting that it is in a wooden house that a special atmosphere and energy are created, which have a beneficial effect on the entire surrounding space. This is due to the fact that wood, like no other material, is able to retain heat, it is a completely natural material that "breathes", which allows you to maintain optimal temperature and humidity in the room. A country house made of wood is comfortable at any time of the year - warm and cozy even in the most severe frost, light and cool in the sweltering heat.

However, there is one circumstance that cannot be attributed to the merits of this material - this is durability. If we compare wood with brick and concrete, then a wooden house is less durable. It is for this reason that all structures of the house should be updated from time to time, not only from the inside, but also from the outside.

If you decide to repair a village house, then you need to start with a thorough and systematic inspection of it. This will allow you to identify the most problematic areas and draw up a plan of necessary actions. Many people today prefer to independently resolve all issues related to the repair, especially in the interior. And there is a certain logic in this. After all, who else, besides the owner who constantly lives in the house, can know all the strengths and weaknesses of his structure.

Sometimes constituting a single whole with its inhabitants, a wooden house gives signals about its shortcomings. This is a creak of floorboards, a crack in the wall, etc. Failure to ventilate can lead to the formation of mold or rot, the appearance of insects inside the tree, etc. The tree can dry out, which is fraught with cracks in walls, frames or partitions.

That is why, having gathered to do the repair of a village house with your own hands, you need to prepare the most complete list of all the work that will need to be done, calculate the building materials and only after that start the work.

It should be noted that by performing repair work on your own, you can significantly save. But you also need to understand that cheaper does not mean better at all. Objectively evaluate the level of your skill, estimate how much work you have to do, and only if you think that it is real, feel free to get down to work.

In the opposite situation, it is better to seek help from professionals. The most important thing is to take measures to maintain proper order in your house during the time, not to start and not to allow the deterioration of the situation and not to delay the repair. Only in this case, you can enjoy comfort and coziness for many years in a beautiful wooden house, fully adapted for normal living. Moreover, almost any house in the village is subject to restoration, the main thing is to correctly carry out all the repair work.

Houses made of wood (timber and logs), despite all their advantages, need periodic repairs - this applies to even the most durable buildings erected in accordance with all the rules.More than half of the wooden houses of the private sector have inherited from previous generations experience of use. But even if the house is over fifty years old, it is still a living space, a valuable resource.

Sentimental feelings and the situation on the real estate market do not allow putting up such a structure (often having an unpresentable appearance) for sale. And with the proceeds from the sale of the old house, it is hardly possible to build new housing without additional financial investments. Demolishing a dilapidated house and building a new one in its place is an option, for various reasons, not suitable for every family. The next logical step is the reconstruction of the house.

Buyers for such a house will not be found soon

When reconstruction is needed

The need for reconstruction (complete or partial) is indicated by the following signs:

• Foundation. The base cracks or begins to collapse (and water that regularly gets into the cracks will completely destroy it in a couple of years). If the foundation subsides, caulking (compaction) may fall out or the seams between the crowns begin to open, cracks form. The porch can change position, the entrance doors begin to rub the floor, the windows are difficult to open. All these signs indicate that the house has a tilt angle, which can only be straightened by major repairs.
• The condition of the wood. The appearance of a wooden wall does not always indicate the magnitude of the problem. It is important to assess the condition of not only the upper layers of the logs (timber), but also their inner part.
• Roof. Almost always, in old houses, the roof is a source of problems - leaks and dampness in living quarters. Rafters and floor beams are rotted and damaged by fungus or insects.
• Walls. The lower crowns often rot, the rest of the wood becomes a breeding ground for mold and woodworm beetles.

Lower rims need replacing

Reconstruction: where to start

Any owner of an old wooden house wants to figure out which is more profitable - to repair an existing building or build a new one. When deciding whether they need reconstruction of an old house, they are based on several factors:

• Finance. While building a new home is more expensive than rebuilding, major renovations will also require a hefty amount.
• Time. It is important to understand by what time it is necessary to complete all the work (before the start of the autumn rains)
• The technical condition of the house. An important parameter that determines the previous points. It is necessary to involve a professional for the analysis.

A competent specialist will determine not only the deterioration of the building (which can be done by the owners); he will find out:

• reliability of supporting structures and the need to replace them;
• the condition of the walls, floor, roof and rafter system;
• quality of engineering communications.

The rafter system has fallen into disrepair

A professional builder will help you estimate the amount of work; whether the reconstruction will be complete, partial or meaningless (when it is worth thinking about the construction of new housing). In any case, the final decision is made taking into account his opinion.

Preparing for reconstruction: problem areas

When examining the house, it may be necessary to:

• replace the foundation (partially or completely) or strengthen it (eliminate cracks, strengthen the basement part);
• replace defective logs (beams) of the lower row (lower crown);
• replace wall fragments;
• to restore the roof with the replacement of rafters and roofing;
• to partially repair or completely rebuild the floor;
• partially or completely replace communications (pipes, electrical wiring);
• install a drainage system;
• replace windows and doors.

Longitudinal cracks in the wall of an old house

As a rule, during reconstruction:

• wooden elements of the house are impregnated with protective compounds (antiseptic and fire retardant);
• walls (from the inside), floor, roof are insulated;
• the outer surface of the walls is restored (polished, primed, impregnated with an antiseptic and covered with varnish or paint).

It is important! Very often, during reconstruction work, unforeseen problems arise. For example, when replacing a floor, rotten pipes are found, when replacing a roof, there is a lack of insulation. No one is able to foresee this until the final cladding is removed, so you need to be prepared for unforeseen expenses.

Reconstruction: stages

Many owners of old wooden houses have no idea how they can change their homes. , engaged in renovation and reconstruction, have accumulated extensive experience in working with the most dilapidated and neglected buildings. When the reconstruction of a village house is discussed, the project changes its shape more than once.

Project for expanding the area of ​​the house (organization of an extension)

In any development of events, the restoration of the house goes through several stages:

On our website you can find contacts of construction companies that offer the service of reconstruction and rebuilding of houses. You can communicate directly with representatives by visiting the Low-Rise Country exhibition of houses.

Project and budget, procurement of materials and preparatory work

During the assessment of the condition of the house, specialists take the necessary measurements. After that, the project documentation is drawn up, in which it is presented:

• condition and defects of structural elements;
• work plan (calculations and estimates);
• terms of work;
• 3D model of the house (a visual way to see the change in the facade, internal redevelopment and the style of finishing work).

When reconstructing a house with an increase in the area, the wishes of the owners are in priority

When preparing the terms of reference, the opinion of the owners is taken into account. Homeowners can decide:

• increase the area of ​​the house or redevelop;
• build an extension (for a garage, veranda) or a terrace;
• equip the attic;
• equip a sanitary facility, conduct water or sewage;
• add coziness and install a stove or fireplace;
• to carry out decorative cladding of the facade (siding, clapboard, imitation of timber, block house);
• additionally insulate the house;
• to carry out landscape design of the yard.

The company prepares permits for the relevant organizations and provides home owners with a detailed budget, including:

• selection of materials and calculation of their quantity and cost (determined by measurements);
• transportation costs;
• the cost of repair work;
• possibility of unforeseen expenses.

For a significant completion, the material is purchased with a margin

Materials are purchased in a volume 5-10% more than the calculated one. During the preparatory work, elements of the building that require alteration or replacement (roof, walls and internal partitions) are dismantled.

Foundation

Reconstruction of an old wooden house starts from the foundation. The foundation is one of the most frequent problems of old buildings, since at one time it was made as economically as possible and with technological violations (under the weight of the structure, such a structure sinks deeply into the ground). Most often, under the wooden houses "with experience" a strip or columnar foundation is found, often located above the freezing level. To assess the scope of work, they examine the outer part of the foundation, and, if necessary, dig out the buried part. Sometimes the foundation is missing, and the plinth is laid on the ground

The strip foundation is reinforced or a new foundation is poured. To do this, you need to raise the box with jacks, taking apart the floor and cladding. For a columnar base, the best solution would be to install additional piles that can redistribute the weight of the structure.

The box of the house is lifted to gain access to the foundation

Crowns and walls

Half a century ago, when building houses, few people thought about observing building rules and equipped a reliable waterproofing between the foundation and the walls. The lower crowns of wooden dwellings were easily saturated with moisture, rotted and gradually fell into disrepair.

The replacement of the crowns is carried out simultaneously with the reconstruction of the foundation, when the box is hung. Logs or beams prepared for replacement are treated with an antiseptic; waterproofing is installed between the new crowns and the base. When restoring walls, the elements located around the windows most often need to be replaced. Also, the upper crowns often suffer from moisture penetrating through the roof and accumulating in the insulation.

Video description

About partial replacement of the foundation in the following video:

Roof

Roof renovation works in two ways:

• Roof reconstruction. A complete redesign is carried out if the owners want to increase the area of ​​the house by planning an extension or an insulated attic.
• Revision. The elements of the roofing system are examined, destroyed (with traces of rot) are replaced. Most often, the chimney serves as the place of leakage.

The old slate is replaced with a suitable modern material (which is mainly determined by its weight), the attic is thermally and waterproofed.

External wall sanding

Outdoor decoration

The owners of a wooden house can go in two ways:

• Restoration of the surface of the walls. To emphasize the natural beauty of wood, modern facing materials are not used. The walls are tidied up with a brush or grinder with a special nozzle. The surface cleaned from dirt and perennial layers is impregnated with an antiseptic and fire retardant. The use of varnish or paint will reveal the structure of the wood, even out the shades of old and new fragments and additionally protect the surface.
• Finishing work. Finishing the wooden facade (often with insulation) serves as additional protection for the walls, helps to keep warm and at the same time transforms the house unrecognizably. Among the popular finishing materials are siding, plaster, block house, PVC panels. Walls can be faced with bricks, clinker panels, porcelain tiles.

Cladding a wooden house with clinker panels

Floor, windows and doors, ceiling

The floor in a wooden house (especially if it is built directly on the ground) is a very vulnerable structure. Depending on the state, they carry out:

• Repair. If the boards and logs are in a satisfactory condition (less than 30% affected), the damaged parts of the flooring are changed, hydro and thermal insulation is carried out.
• Replacement. The old wooden flooring is dismantled (if the foundation was repaired, the floor has already been dismantled), the logs are changed. Then a waterproofing film is laid, a layer of thermal insulation (for example, basalt wool); the logs are covered with a vapor barrier film. A board spreads over the top. Sometimes a cement screed is made under the finished floor.

Broken down window and door systems are replaced with new ones; they can be wooden or metal-plastic. Ceiling repair is a necessity if the beams are deformed; new wooden floors are usually installed.

Video description

About the reconstruction of a wooden house in the following video:

Engineering systems and interior decoration

In older timber houses, most of the systems are in need of modernization. Specialists should be invited to replace or lay communications (water, gas, sewer, ventilation). Experienced craftsmen will make competent electrical wiring (designed for modern loads and safe) and install an economical heating system.

At the final stage, the kitchen and the bathroom are equipped; final finishing is being carried out, on which the style of the interior will depend.

Electrical wiring requires a professional approach

Reconstruction: the price of the issue

Even if the old house has worn out physically and morally, having ceased to suit the owners, they are in no hurry to demolish it. Modern technologies offered by construction companies will help breathe a second life into the beloved home, which has many memories associated with it.

Many owners of old wooden buildings are afraid of everyday inconveniences, duration of work and innumerable material costs. This happens if the reconstruction of a village house is carried out with your own hands - the process can drag on for years. By ordering reconstruction and rebuilding from professionals, the owners save time, money and nerves.

Having many years of experience in the repair of wooden houses, specialists will offer several options for reconstruction, and then rebuild and improve the house, turning it into a beautiful and comfortable home. The exact price of the reconstruction is determined at the stage of drawing up the project and depends on:

• the condition of the building;
• the need for certain types of work and their volume;
• prices of materials and cost of work;
• season.

Renovation of an old wooden house with rebuilding will allow the owners to stay in comfort

Prices for some services and works (Moscow region):

• Departure for the assessment of the object(includes consultation and measurements) - from 4 thousand rubles.
• Dismantling the old foundation- from 2 thousand rubles. per pm (running meter).
• Pouring a new foundation- from 8 thousand rubles. per pm (work and materials).
• Reconstruction of the foundation- from 10 thousand rubles. per pm.
• External finishing of the foundation(plaster, facing) - from 1.6-1.8 thousand rubles. per pm (together with materials).
• Installation of engineering communications- from 3.5 thousand rubles. per m 2.

The cost of the material is included in the following types of work:

• Increase in living space at home - from 5.3-5.5 thousand rubles. per m 2.
• Veranda extension- 2.7-3 thousand rubles. per m 2
• Roof reconstruction- from 6.4-6.8 thousand rubles. per m 2.
• Chimney installation- from 6.5-6.7 thousand rubles.
• Exterior decoration of the house- from 4 thousand rubles. per m 2.
• Interior decoration of the house- from 9.2-9.5 thousand rubles. per m 2.

Video description

About turning an old house into a new one in the following video:

An order in a construction campaign is beneficial for many reasons:

• The owners receive a comprehensive solution to several problems.
• Reconstruction is being carried out by highly qualified performers using proven technology.
• Owners are provided with a plan (with due dates) and a budget.
• All construction work and materials are warranted (3-5 years).
• Many firms provide a step-by-step payment option.

Two lives in one house

Conclusion

Every year, the popularity of suburban housing is steadily growing, which makes a huge number of urban residents with an average enough to buy old village houses and repair them on their own. You can easily find photo and video lessons on the Internet to repair a house in a village with your own hands. In this article we will try to reflect the main stages. It is worth noting that such a house is not only much cheaper than a new building, but with proper care and reconstruction, it can stand for many more decades.

And how to properly repair a house in a village with your own hands, photos can be easily found on the Internet.

A bit from the history of construction and operation of wooden houses

Our ancestors have always believed that the most suitable for living is precisely wooden house... This is due to the fact that wood is a unique natural material that can pass air and at the same time perfectly retain heat inside the room itself. In addition, houses built of wood have a kind of energy that persists for a long time and has a beneficial effect on human health.
If you return to the question of repairs, then inviting a specialist is a rather expensive undertaking that not every person is able to afford, so you have to take up the tools on your own. It is important to note that if a man has at least basic ability to control a tool, then, using some advice, it will be enough for him to simply repair an old wooden house on his own.
Unlike a stone or concrete structure, a wooden house is a kind of living organism that can independently tell its owners about its condition. This is done through various creaks and crackles that you need to learn to listen to. They arise due to the characteristics of the wood, which is subject to decay very sensitive to moisture and temperature fluctuations. However, even a very old wooden structure can be repaired by yourself.

The most frequent breakdowns of such buildings are dilapidated porch, leaky roof, base of the house and front door... That is why, before performing any actions, it is necessary to thoroughly check the entire structure, finding places that require repair, and determining the scope of future restoration work.

What is the best way to repair the foundation of a wooden residential building?

The most time-consuming process of the entire restoration is considered to be precisely foundation repair... If, upon a thorough study, it became clear that the house requires a complete replacement of the wooden base, then the first thing to do is to raise the corners by using a lift. Only after carrying out such manipulations is further replacement of not only the base itself, but also the entire foundation of the house. As for the latter, it is better to do it in the classical manner, that is, to fill it with concrete.

Overhaul of a wooden roof

A distinctive feature of any wooden house is roof, executed under a certain slope. She can beat either hipped or gable. In addition, if an attic is additionally equipped on the roof, then it is customary to call it an attic. All of the above features must be taken into account when carrying out a major overhaul of a house.
The first thing to pay attention to when roof overlap, so this is to ensure that the tree is necessarily dry. Otherwise, it will shift after the completion of the reconstruction. First of all, the extreme rafters are erected, between which intermediate ones are installed. In order for the roof subsequently to be as flat and incredibly stable as possible, all the upper parts of the rafters are located strictly at the same level.
If we talk about the coating itself, then it is for a wooden house that soft tiles or ondulin are most often used, in other words, a lightweight roof. It is mounted directly after installing and securing the rafters with special ties. It is also worth noting that the distance between the installed rafters should not exceed 60 centimeters.

Choosing a roof for a house in a village.

With regard to the choice, namely soft roof, then it is produced due to several factors. For example, a long service life, aesthetic appearance, ease of installation and low weight. It is the combination of these characteristics that explains this choice. In addition, even one person can handle the installation of this roof, which is also very important when making an independent repair. And the price of such material is acceptable.
Concerning Nulaina or Ondulina, then these materials, like slate, include asbestos. It is thanks to the latter that a distinctive feature of such a roof is durability and flexibility. Also, outwardly, it is very similar to the already mentioned slate. Officially, manufacturers give more than twenty years of warranty, but with proper care and proper installation, such a roof can last for about fifty years.
An important element of correct installation is preliminary lathing, which is made either of wood or metal. This is a very laborious process that requires appropriate qualifications and skills, which must be approached with all seriousness and responsibility.

Repair of floors, doors and windows of a house in the village.

Do-it-yourself house repair in the village and interior decoration, as in the photo, is done gradually and thoughtfully. Its final stage is considered to be the restoration or complete replacement of floors, doors and windows. It should be noted that the replacement of these elements is mandatory in almost every old wooden house. These activities can be carried out independently. To do this, first of all, it is necessary to determine is the box lopsided buildings. The level will help to cope with this task. If there are some violations, then they are corrected by using a pry bar and a nail puller. After carrying out all the necessary manipulations frames are installed in the same places. If they are completely unusable, then it is best to order new ones. In this case, the craftsmen will come, make all the necessary measurements on their own and make windows of the appropriate size using them.
If there is a need for replacement of floors, the first step is to remove the floorboards and check the condition lag... They are also leveled with a level, brick posts or wooden blocks.
All rotten boards are replaced with new ones, which are pre-purchased on any construction market. This is the final stage of construction, which requires a rigorous approach. Keep in mind that do-it-yourself photo and video renovation of a house in the village should be in strict accordance with the technology of the work. It should also be noted that if the house is planned to be used in winter, then before the implementation of the new flooring you need insulate the floor... To do this, first a rough version is laid using cheap wood, which is carefully treated with an antiseptic, then an air cushion is left to save heat, and the boards selected for the floor are placed.

Instructional video