In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can people research this?

Over time, the urban design of cities, all over the world is becoming more rigid, and the chance of purchasing an old accommodation is getting higher. So, it’s only natural for the buyers to be curious about the history of the building for several reasons. The first and most important reason for curiosity about the origin of a building

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is safety. When one buys a

house

and plans on moving in with their family, they want to be certain that the material used in the construction of the building is compatible with the latest building codes. For instants, in the past century, asbestos was used in the walls, rainwater pipes, etc. but today it is known that it’s a hazardous substance, and even is considered a carcinogen. Another reason for being interested in the

house

’s past is its sentimental value. One way to find a particular era fascinating or the appearance of the building might feel nostalgic to them. These all can be reasons for asking around about a building's past. When it comes to researching the history of a residence, several methods come to mind. The most obvious way is by asking the municipality. Since municipalities are obliged to keep records of all the constructions happening in the city, they are likely to be helpful when it comes to houses past. Another way of understanding a

house

’s origin is the

house

itself. The plan of the

house

, the materials and the appliances used, all can be vastly helpful when digging about its origin if no renovation has been done on the building. The third method is by asking around and talking to the neighbours.

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is especially good. Everyone wants to find out about the details of the

house

and the previous owners. The sum of all that has been discussed, people might be interested in the history of their home,

due to

logical and emotional reasons, and can find out about its past by asking officials, and neighbours, or by researching the materials used in the building.