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A two-story home exterior has a cream and tan color palette and is made from brick and vinyl siding. The roof design is a combination of brown and gray asphalt shingles.

Asphalt Shingles for Raleigh Homes

Your home’s roof doesn’t just offer protection for your home. When your roof is properly installed and maintained, it provides insulation and energy savings, along with the weather resistance that all homes need. In Raleigh, asphalt shingles are one of the most common types of roofing.

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10 Trends and Styles: Custom Doors for North Carolina Homes

One of the best ways to add value and a new aesthetic to the home is through door design. When you’re able to find and install the right doors, this helps to create a consistent style throughout your home’s design. For many homeowners in North Carolina, custom doors are the best way to go.

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Team Spotlight: Outdoor Living + Decking Tips From Our Specialists

Talbert has always been committed to helping builders and homeowners plan their dream home design. And ever since Mike Miller, Director of Outdoor Living Products with over 20 years of experience, created our Outdoor Living department, we’ve offered support for our customers who need ideas and solutions for their home exteriors and spaces.

This kitchen uses neutral tones in the walls and cabinet colors, and features a window by the sink that looks outside. There is a seating area with black stools and the floor is a dark brown wood.

Transform Any Carolina Kitchen: Waypoint Cabinetry

When you need a transformation in your interior design, replacing cabinets in the kitchen can have a significant impact on its style. But kitchen cabinets in North Carolina homes can come in a range of finishes and aesthetics, from contemporary, traditional, and modern farmhouse styles. Homeowners will want to decide on how they want to experience this high-traffic space, and the right cabinet design can make all the difference in that experience.

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Best Replacement Windows in Durham, NC

When was the last time you were relieved to get your energy bill? If your utility costs are climbing each year, you might consider replacing your windows with more energy-efficient products to help save money. And in hot and humid climates like Raleigh-Durham, energy-efficient windows aren’t just a nice-to-have — they’re the best way to stay comfortable in your home.

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Precise Modeling Leads to Precise Estimates

Accurate measurements and pricing help builders plan better. But the last few years have made it a challenge for builders to manage their businesses. From supply shortages to housing market shifts, the construction industry has been unpredictable.

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Designing in Raleigh/Durham: The Best Energy-Efficient Windows for Your Home

Your home’s window design is the key to its performance. In hot, humid, and unpredictable climates like Raleigh/Durham, energy-efficient windows that protect your home are a priority for high performance.

A dark blue home with white siding and a gray roof. The front of the home has a large front porch with wood fencing.

Exterior Home Trends in Raleigh: Vinyl Siding

There are various reasons to consider vinyl siding for your home in coastal climates like Raleigh, NC. It offers affordability and durability when you work with the right products. Here are a few more reasons, along with some inspiration, to help you decide if vinyl siding will work for you.

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Improve Your Winston-Salem, NC Home Design with Millwork and Moulding

In Winston-Salem, millwork offers homeowners plenty of ways to add personality. Color palettes, materials, and appliances are all part of a home’s overall aesthetic, and being able to customize your home’s look is key to letting its personality shine.

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Home Design Trends in Raleigh: Stone Veneers

For homeowners in Raleigh, stone veneer siding offers tons of design opportunities, whether you’re building a new home and need a strong exterior or remodeling your living room. Stone veneer is a great option for interior and exterior home design, and the following projects might inspire a few of your own ideas.