Wood Rot, Bureaucracy, and the Art of Working with Your Historic District Commission I was driving through the East Side of Providence the other day—navigating those notoriously narrow, pothole-riddled streets near Brown University—and I couldn’t help but marvel at the architecture. Beautiful, towering Victorians. Gorgeous, stately Colonials. Rhode Island is practically dripping with historic charm,...
What to Expect from Seaberg Construction: A 6-Step Guide from Start to Finish If you’re searching for a roofing contractor in Rhode Island, Connecticut, or Massachusetts, planning to replace your windows, upgrade your vinyl siding, or rethink your home’s exterior, diving into a big home improvement project like this can feel overwhelming. But with Seaberg...
Summer in New England is a cherished season—one filled with warm breezes, long daylight hours, and moments shared outdoors with friends and family. For many homeowners across Rhode Island, Southeastern Massachusetts, and Eastern Connecticut, the deck becomes the centerpiece of that outdoor living experience. Whether you’re sipping your morning coffee, hosting a sunset dinner, or...
Design Your Dream Home Exterior: How to Use Our Vinyl Siding Tool Powered by Hover If you’re planning to upgrade your home’s exterior with new vinyl siding, you might be wondering what your home will actually look like before the work begins. Picking siding colors and styles from a brochure or sample board is helpful,...
As we progress through 2025, the vinyl siding industry is experiencing significant transformations driven by technological advancements, sustainability initiatives, and evolving consumer preferences. These changes are particularly relevant for homeowners and contractors in regions like Rhode Island, eastern Connecticut, and southern Massachusetts, where weather resistance and curb appeal are top priorities. Market Growth...
Transform Your Home with Minimal Exterior Changes: Small Upgrades, Big Impact Many homeowners believe it takes a full-scale renovation to make a noticeable difference. But the truth is that small, intentional upgrades can significantly impact your home’s curb appeal and overall aesthetic. These changes don’t have to break the bank or require weeks of labor....
When planning an exterior renovation, homeowners often face the challenge of deciding where to draw inspiration for their design. Whether you’re updating the facade, adding outdoor living spaces, or modernizing architectural features, having a clear vision is essential. But where should you look for ideas to create a home exterior that combines style, functionality, and...
Mixed Siding Materials and Textures: Transforming Home Exteriors In exterior home renovation, trends come and go, but some make a lasting impression. One such trend that is making waves in 2024 and certainly sticking around for 2025 is using mixed siding materials and textures. By combining stone, vinyl siding, and various vinyl siding profiles like...
The close of 2024 brings with it a wave of exciting trends in exterior home design, particularly in color schemes. Homeowners and designers alike are drawing inspiration from natural elements, contemporary aesthetics, and the desire for individuality. As we move into 2025, the emphasis is on creating harmonious, inviting, and expressive exteriors that reflect both...
In today’s real estate market, the term “house flipping” is almost as common as “curb appeal” or “starter home.” A flipped house is one that an investor has purchased, renovated, and quickly put back on the market with the intent of selling it for a profit. While it’s an exciting option for many homebuyers, especially...
Trends in Exterior Residential Roofing and Siding Design for 2024: A Look at What’s Popular In 2024, the exterior design of residential homes is taking a bold yet eco-conscious turn. With homeowners more invested in sustainable, durable, and aesthetically pleasing materials, the trends in roofing and siding reflect a combination of modern technology and timeless...
Cost-Effective Curb Appeal Enhancements: Budget-Friendly Tips for Boosting Your Home’s Exterior Curb appeal is the first impression your home makes, whether you’re preparing to sell or simply want to enhance its appearance. A beautiful exterior doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. With strategic planning and a bit of creativity, you can significantly...
Bob Dylan sang it best in the ‘60’s, “For the times they are a-changin’”. That’s true in so many ways and with a new year comes new Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle colors! While some Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® shingle colors have gone the way of the dodo bird, the new colors will hopefully make...
Every year, Owens Corning roofing products introduces a new designer shingle color of the year. An Owens Corning TruDefinition Duration Designer shingle color usually includes multiple color variations throughout the finished product creating a point of interest on your home’s exterior. Who said roof shingles had to be boring? Not Owens Corning. Let’s take a...
Short answer is no, but do they add curb appeal? Sometimes! In days gone by, shutters were once a way to adjust the amount of sunlight you let into your home, a way to control ventilation and even a way to provide protection from intruders or inclement weather. Nowadays, shutters usually serve an aesthetic purpose...
Owens Corning’s TruDefinition Duration Designer shingles in Bourbon holds up to its luxurious, sultry, rich name. With hues of gold, caramel, blues, grays and coffee brown, you’ll be sure to find accent colors to complete the look. Bourbon Designer Shingles with Taupes and Grays This color palette plays to the cooler tones found in these...
Ever wonder what is going to happen over your head during your roof replacement? Here are the steps your contractor will typically follow. 1.) PROTECT The first step is to protect your gardens, yard and other property by hanging tarps from the edge of your roof. 2.) STRIP OLD ROOF The next step is...
You may remember our last blog post where we provided a step-by-step tutorial on how to use Owens Corning Roof Visualizer Tools. You can read about it here: https://seabergconstruction.com/shingle-visualizer-tools-by-owens-corning/ Mastic offers a similar tool for siding products. Let’s dive in a little deeper to see how this one can work to your advantage when choosing...
It can be tough choosing a shingle color because a small sample doesn’t show the natural variation in color between shingles. How will it compute over a large area? With these tools, it takes guesswork out of the equation by giving you the entire picture. Owens Corning Shingle Visualizer The Owens Corning shingle visualizer...
Sometimes big ticket home improvements just aren’t in the budget. Here are some ways to make your home feel brand new on a small budget. 1.) Paint Your Front Door Giving your front door a quick coat of paint to spruce things up is an effective and cost efficient solution to giving your home...
And the winner is…Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® Designer Shingle in Aged Copper. There’s no doubt why Aged Copper was picked for shingle color of 2021. It’s a stunning combination of deep orange, sage and brown yet looks a little different with every color palette. This versatile blend is sure to add curb appeal to your...
Choosing a contractor can be difficult but it doesn’t have to be. With so much to consider, here are a few tips to get started: 1.) Ask Your Friends, Family and Colleagues Do you know someone who just had similar work done to their home? Ask how the experience was. Would they recommend the contractor...
