August 15th, 2023 by WCBC Radio

Many may complain about the age of the housing stock in Cumberland, but there are gems to be found. Caring for these older homes is sometimes a challenge, but there is help for the do-it-yourselfer.  At the recent Downtown Development Commission meeting, Historic Preservation Director Ruth Davis-Rogers spoke about the concern for homeowners to learn what to do about roofing – specifically maintenance and repair for expensive slate roofs…

To address this, Rogers shared details about a workshop being planned for September or October to help homeowners with repairs. Slate roofs properly cared for can last anywhere from 75 to 200 years…