Social media for building restoration specialists, sorted.
A month of posts written for your line of work: the caption, the hashtags, what to photograph and the day to post. Answer six questions and the first month is free.
Where your plan focuses
The platform and content mix SahiPost starts from for this trade. It is a starting point, not a rule.
Platforms
What you post
A sample post
This is the kind of post that lands in your plan, here for Instagram.
Myth: Old buildings should be repaired with cement. Fact: Many were built with lime. Cement can trap moisture and harm them. Repair with compatible materials.
Photo brief. Split card: a cement patch cracking on an old lime wall labelled MYTH, a craftsman applying lime plaster labelled FACT.
Myths your customers believe
Posts that correct a myth earn trust. Your plan includes them, with your business name attached.
Myth. Old buildings should be repaired with cement
Fact. Many old buildings were built with lime. Cement repairs can trap moisture and damage them. Compatible materials matter.
Myth. Restoration means making it look new
Fact. Good restoration keeps original character and materials wherever possible, repairing rather than replacing.
Myth. Old buildings are always unsafe
Fact. Many are sound with proper repair and maintenance. An engineer's assessment tells what is needed.
Myth. Heritage repair is only for monuments
Fact. Old homes, wadas, havelis and bungalows benefit from the same careful approach.
How to look after an old building
- Keep roofs and drains watertight
- Remove plants growing in walls
- Repair small cracks early with compatible materials
Questions your customers ask
Do you work with lime and traditional materials?
Yes. We use materials compatible with the original construction wherever possible.
Do heritage buildings need approvals?
Listed buildings and heritage zones may need approvals from heritage committees. We help with documentation.
Can you strengthen an old structure?
Yes, with structural engineers designing repairs that respect the original building.
Do you restore woodwork?
Yes, carved doors, beams and windows can often be repaired and treated.
How long does restoration take?
It depends on condition and scope. We assess first and plan in phases.
Can old buildings get modern services?
Yes, wiring and plumbing can be upgraded carefully without harming the structure.
Hashtags to start with
Ready for a month of posts?
Six questions, about two minutes. No card, and the first month stays free.