WHO WE ARE

Founder of Seaport Homes. This name is a tribute to his coastal roots, and today it continues to leave a lasting impact as families and homeowners delight in the enduring quality of Seaport Homes new-builds. Originally from New England, Tysen moved to Greenville in 1992 where he has since been operating his construction business. Seaport Homes, formerly known as Sarkela&Co, was founded when he lived in Greenville, SC. Starting out with landscape and designing services, Tysen’s success with his entrepreneurial endeavor at age 23 grew into Seaport Homes when he began building custom homes.

As a third-generation builder and having run many projects for his father at DSR Builders, Tysen has used his experience in many different trades to benefit the home building industry. He holds an unlimited residential builders license which qualifies him to execute any electrical, mechanical, or plumbing requirements. From coastal homes to homes in the mountains, Tysen has delivered builds to a variety of clients with price points ranging from $250,000 to $1.5 million. Having an exceptional eye for detail sets him apart from competitors. Known by Realtors and Home Inspectors for having the cleanest job sites and most thorough punch list reports, Tysen takes a proactive approach ensuring a seamless process and quality results. Delivering a quality product while making the process easy and stress-free is his driving motivator. 

Outside of his career, he is an avid golfer and enjoys engaging in sports with his family, especially when it involves Clemson tailgating. Tysen is a father to two daughters, Blakely and Tesla, who he has named the reason behind his work ethic. Seaport Homes began as a tribute to his days on the coast and now serves with a lasting impact, as families and homeowners alike enjoy the longevity that comes with a Seaport Homes build.