SEABOARD HISTORY

Today, Seaboard Weatherproofing and Restoration is widely recognized as a leading facade restoration and waterproofing contractor throughout the NY metro area. Our 70+ year history is one marked by quality work, exemplary service and continuous evolution to meet our clients' changing needs.

The beginnings...

Seaboard was founded in 1944 by Richard L. Ahearn Sr., as an above- and below-grade waterproofing concern. He ran the business successfully until his untimely death in 1948. Richard L. Ahearn Jr. then took control of the company and immediately brought in Jed Holtzman as an equal partner. The partners specialized in below-grade membrane and waterproofing applications. They also saw an opportunity in facade waterproofing and began repairing all types of facade masonry.

Changing to meet our clients' needs...

As an adjunct to the facade masonry repairs, Seaboard started installing various sealants and coatings, while continuing to operate as one of the premier waterproofing companies in the Northeast. As the firm earned recognition for its masonry craftsmanship, many repeat clients asked us to perform other masonry tasks in their buildings, including the construction of cinderblock walls and interior plaster applications. As a result of this demand, we formed the general contracting firm, Ahearn-Holtzman Inc. in 1960.

Seaboard and Ahearn-Holtzman continued to thrive through the 1960's and 70's, expanding our scope to include interior renovations. Brothers Richard and Michael Ahearn joined the firm and soon took on managerial roles, with Richard running the general contracting side of the business and Michael focusing on Seaboard Weatherproofing. Their father ultimately retired, and Richard and Michael became partners in the purchase of the company.

The rest is history...

During the 1980's, Seaboard Weatherproofing began to pursue more historic types of facade work involving 100 year-old brownstone row houses and a major commercial building on the historic register in lower Manhattan. Although our firm continued to provide an array of facade waterproofing services, such as masonry rehabilitation and curtain wall sealant applications, the demand for quality restoration services increased in recent years. Today, we are engaged in many high-profile restoration projects throughout the New York Metropolitan area.

The move from facade waterproofing and rehabilitation to historic preservation and restoration represented a significant step. A feature article in The New York Times that covered our work at 90 West Street represents a proud moment in our history. Throughout, we continue to maintain our standing in the facade waterproofing and rehabilitation arenas.

We continue to introduce new solutions and materials, and to provide the wide range of services our varied clients demand. We at Seaboard are well positioned and ready to meet the future needs in our industry - and the people we serve.