Rehabilitation of Herrmann House

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Minidoka National Historic Site, Minidoka, Idaho

This project rehabilitated the 1,042-square foot Historic Herrmann Residence and site so it can be occupied by the park for administrative offices, meeting space, and temporary exhibit space. Exterior improvements included repairing or replacing the building’s exterior sheathing and shingles, double-hung windows, doors, roofing, gutters, and downspouts. Interior improvements included replacing all interior finishes on walls and ceilings, replacement of deteriorated framing, damaged wood trim, and repainting all walls, ceilings and kitchen cabinets, and refinishing wood floors.

Building systems and utilities improvements included replacing the plumbing system, renovating the bathroom with a new configuration, surfaces and fixtures; replacing the HVAC system including the inoperable gas furnace and outdoor condensing unit with energy efficient and capacity-rated system; replacing the entire electrical system including all of the incandescent light fixtures with energy efficient fixtures; repairing the existing historic windows and fitting them with storm windows.; Widening and replacing interior doors as needed for accessibility. An accessible entrance, new porch and steps were constructed at the front of the building. Also installed, data communication raceways, security systems, smoke detection alarms, and a fire suppression system. A new sanitary system including a leach field was also part of the project.

Landscape features were altered ensuring drainage sloped away from the building, seeding around the house, and improving the existing gravel parking area with accessible parking for staff use. Landscaping around the building was accomplished by others separately.

HECO Engineers was tasked with Title III Construction Support Services to aid the National Park Service staff during the construction period of this project.

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