Historical Home Preservation
Preserving Oklahoma City’s Heritage, One Home at a Time
From Spanish tile masterpieces to rare slate restorations, Goodman Construction has been trusted for decades to protect and restore the historic architecture of Heritage Hills and beyond.
These case studies showcase some of our most unique preservation projects, where craftsmanship meets history. Each home tells a story of architectural significance, careful restoration, and lasting beauty. We are proud to share the work that helps ensure Oklahoma City’s heritage remains strong for generations to come.
Case Studies
1815 N Hudson Ave
Seville Historic Tile Roof Replacement
Owner: Jared Weingartner
Our team restored the roof of this stately 1918 Heritage Hills mansion using Ludowici’s Seville Historic Tile profile. This intricate system—with its barrel form and multiple accessory trims—required precision craftsmanship to replicate the home’s original historic roof. The new installation ensures long-term performance while preserving the property’s architectural integrity in Oklahoma City’s first preservation district.
Highlights:
Authentic Seville Historic Tile profile (9″ × 13″, 1,025 lbs/square)
Full accessory system: hips, ridges, eaves, terminals
Hand-matched blends for historically accurate color
System complexity addressed with over a dozen custom components
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After
300 NW 18th St
Lanai Historic Tile Roof Restoration
Owner: Debbie Clark
Built in 1939, this Colonial Revival home required delicate restoration of its original Lanai interlocking tile roof. Goodman Construction salvaged and relaid the historic tiles, preserved patina on shaded slopes, and fabricated new copper flashings and gutters. The result is a water-tight system that safeguards the home’s heritage while meeting modern performance standards.
Highlights:
Original Lanai clay tiles salvaged, relaid, and blended with reclaimed stock
Full-copper flashings, gutters, and downspouts fabricated to period scale
Modern self-adhered underlayment for waterproofing and ice protection
Preserved historic weathered finishes on north-facing facets
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After
440 NW 15th St
Multicolor Slate Roof Replacement
Owner: Stephanie Kazenske
This English Manor–style residence required a complete slate roof replacement after widespread deterioration. Goodman Construction recreated the home’s historic multicolor slate look using a custom blend of five slate types, paired with copper dormer roofs, gutters, and flashings. The new system provides long-term weatherproofing while honoring the home’s 1920s design.
Highlights:
Custom slate blend: green, purple, variegated, and red slates
New flat-lock, soldered copper dormer roofs and ridge assemblies
Full copper gutter and downspout replacement
Comprehensive system overhaul ensuring water-tightness and historic fidelity
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After
300 NW 15th St
Century Shake Roof Replacement
Owner: Clay Collum
Goodman Construction replaced the deteriorated wood shake roof of this 1927 Craftsman-inspired bungalow with Ludowici Century Shake clay tile in Aged Cedar. The clay shake replicates the warm, weathered look of cedar while delivering fire resistance, lower insurance costs, and unmatched durability—ensuring the home’s character endures for decades.
Highlights:
Ludowici Century Shake tile in Aged Cedar (750 lbs/square)
Class A fire rating for enhanced safety and insurance savings
Copper gutters, downspouts, and dormer roofs installed
Authentic Craftsman aesthetic preserved with durable clay shake
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After
420 NW 14th Street
Spanish S Clay Tile Roof Restoration
Owner: Todd Davis
Built in 1905, this English Manor Revival home underwent a full restoration of its Ludowici Spanish S clay tile roof. Goodman Construction carefully lifted and reset every tile, upgraded underlayment, and fabricated new copper snow aprons. The restored system protects the home while preserving the craftsmanship of its early 20th-century design.
Highlights:
Authentic Spanish S clay tile (13¼″ × 9″, 860 lbs/square)
All tiles salvaged and reset in original alignment
New synthetic underlayment for superior waterproofing
Copper snow guard aprons fabricated to historic proportions
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After
429 NW 16th St
Spanish S Clay Tile Roof Restoration
Owner: Matt Clouse
This 1917 Tudor Revival and French Chateau–inspired home required restoration of its Spanish S tile roof, which had lost its original green color movement. Goodman Construction blended salvaged historic tiles with the owner’s stock to recreate the dynamic green pattern, while installing new copper flashings and dormer roofs to historic dimensions.
Highlights:
Spanish S clay tile in historic green blend restored
Salvaged tiles artfully blended to recreate color movement
Full copper dormer roofs and flashings fabricated and installed
System restored to long-term performance and historic charm
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After
436 NW 14th St
Seville Clay Tile Roof Maintenance
Owner: John Randolph
The Richard A. Vose House, a 1910 Mission Revival landmark, features a distinctive Ludowici Seville red tile roof with ornamental lion’s head gargoyle hip starters. After storm damage, Goodman Construction restored broken tiles and reproduced custom gargoyles through collaboration with Ludowici artisans, ensuring the system’s historic character was preserved.
Highlights:
Authentic Seville red clay tile replacement
Handcrafted gargoyle hip starter replicas from plaster molds
Corrected prior installation flaws to NSA guidelines
Full copper flashing and gutter replacement
1531 Classen Drive
Asbestos Tile Roof Maintenance
Owner: John Sullivan
This 1929 Colonial Revival home retains its mid-century asbestos tile roof, a system prized for its fire resistance but requiring specialized care. Goodman Construction’s proactive maintenance program addresses cracked tiles, flashings, and drainage, extending the roof’s service life while preserving its historic character.
Highlights:
Asbestos-cement tile preserved with EPA-approved coating
Compatible copper flashings resealed to prevent leaks
Damaged tiles replaced or encapsulated per safety guidelines
Monthly gutter and drainage inspections to prevent water backup
Preserve Your Home’s Legacy
Whether it’s a century-old tile roof or a historically significant facade, Goodman Construction brings unmatched expertise to every restoration project.