PNW’s Western Red Cedar Specialists
Seattle's Trusted
Cedar Deck Builder
Cedar deck installation in Seattle starts with the Western Red Cedar grade and the details beneath the boards. Compare Pacific Northwest lumber, suitable stainless fasteners, flashing and a compatible finish in the proposal, together with the maintenance needed for the appearance you want.
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Deck construction, repairs & replacementCEDAR DECK PRICES
Cedar Deck Cost
in Seattle, per Square Foot
Cedar decks in Seattle start at $18 per square foot. Railing starts at $20 per linear foot, and the free on-site estimate puts your full price in writing.
Starting prices for Seattle projects. Your exact price is set in writing at the free on-site estimate.
01 / CEDAR DECK
From $18 per sq ft
Western Red Cedar boards on a new frame.
02 / CEDAR RAILING
From $20 per linear ft
Cedar railing to match the deck.
03 / STAIN AND SEAL
From $1 per sq ft
A protective coat for Seattle rain.
04 / TEAR-OUT
From $3 per sq ft
The old deck removed and hauled away.
Up to 25% off your deck project.
Free on-site estimate, no obligation.
WHAT WE COVER
Cedar Deck Builder Services
Across Seattle
Define all six parts of the Seattle cedar deck builder scope before work begins. Your written estimate lists the included work, and your workmanship warranty terms are written into your agreement.
We spell out the project scope in a written estimate before work starts, and your warranty terms are written into your agreement.
01 / CEDAR DECK BUILDER
Western Red Cedar Sourcing
Review Western Red Cedar from Pacific Northwest suppliers, including clear and knotty grade options. If reclaimed cedar is proposed, verify condition, dimensions, treatment history and suitability. We spell out the cedar grade and supply for your deck in a written estimate before work starts.
02 / CEDAR DECK BUILDER
Stainless Fastener System
Specify corrosion-resistant fasteners suitable for cedar, treated framing and exposure. Real Cedar fastener guidance recommends stainless screws and identifies 316 stainless for salt-air exposure. Inappropriate metals can cause corrosion and streaking; hidden systems also need product-specific approval.
03 / CEDAR DECK BUILDER
Joist Tape & Flashing
Coordinate joist protection and ledger flashing with the lumber, connectors and water path. We choose joist tape and flashing that work with your lumber and connectors, so the assembly sheds Seattle rain as one system.
04 / CEDAR DECK BUILDER
Hidden Fastening Options
Evaluate CAMO or Tiger Claw systems against the precise cedar board profile, dimensions and manufacturer requirements. A clean surface can be a design goal, but hidden fixing does not automatically eliminate all face fasteners or guarantee perfectly even aging.
05 / CEDAR DECK BUILDER
Marine-Grade Stain & Seal
Compare clear or lightly pigmented finishes, semi-transparent color and solid coverage for the first finishing program. Check the wood and coating manufacturer’s preparation directions. Salt-air exposure informs the specification; a separate marine-grade sealer is not automatically compatible with every stain.
06 / CEDAR DECK BUILDER
Annual Maintenance Plan
Plan annual cleaning and condition checks, localized touch-ups and a product-specific restain schedule. A two-to-four-year restain cycle is common, depending on sun and rain exposure. Ask us to include cleaning, touch-ups or restaining in your written estimate.
Not sure exactly what you need?
Start with a site assessment and ask what is included in a free inspection before scheduling.
ASSESS THE DECK BEFORE CHOOSING THE SCOPE
Ask about a free inspection and schedule a time that works for you.
WARNING SIGNS
Is Cedar the Right Deck
for Your Home?
Natural wood suits different priorities than composite or PVC. Review all seven reasons homeowners consider cedar, then compare material grade, sourcing, maintenance and the complete installed cost.
Deck materials and construction details to consider for your project.
01
Want traditional PNW wood deck aesthetic
Choose board width, grade and finish to create the traditional Pacific Northwest wood-deck appearance you want.
02
Prefer natural-aging wood over composite plastic look
Natural aging can produce a silvered look. Discuss how color, texture and maintenance differ from the composite products under consideration.
03
Replacing failed pressure-treated lumber deck
Inspect the old pressure-treated deck to determine whether the frame can remain. Cedar boards cannot correct decay or inadequate connections underneath.
04
Building craftsman-style home extension
Coordinate proportions, trim, stairs and railing details with a Craftsman-style home or extension.
05
Want sustainable building materials from local sources
Ask for the actual mill, supplier and supporting sourcing documentation. Local or reclaimed labeling alone is not proof of a sustainability claim.
06
OK with annual oiling or biennial staining commitment
Decide whether you want to maintain a coated color or allow weathering. Annual oiling or biennial staining are examples to evaluate against the chosen product and exposure.
07
Budget-conscious but want premium-feel material
Compare the grade and entire scope to the budget. A lower board price does not necessarily mean a lower lifetime cost when care is included.
Discuss your cedar deck builder options.
Describe the property, existing deck and preferred timeline. We’ll confirm a visit time that works for you.
7 CEDAR DECK BUILDER DECK INSPIRATIONS
Cedar Deck Ideas
for Seattle Homes
Explore seven deck project ideas, from material choices to structural repair and finishing details. Use this design inspiration to compare materials, structural repair options and finishing details for your deck.
Magnolia · DESIGN INSPIRATION
Cedar deck
Cedar deck restoration ideas: surface preparation and a refreshed wood finish.
Ballard · DESIGN INSPIRATION
Composite deck
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Queen Anne · DESIGN INSPIRATION
Multi-level deck
IPE hardwood deck ideas with cable rail and engineered footing considerations for a hillside.
Capitol Hill · DESIGN INSPIRATION
Rooftop deck
Rooftop deck ideas with pedestal pavers and a bench positioned for the view.
Madison Park · DESIGN INSPIRATION
Hardwood deck
Brazilian IPE hardwood deck ideas for waterfront outdoor space.
Fremont · DESIGN INSPIRATION
Premium composite deck
TimberTech Premier deck ideas with integrated seating.
West Seattle · DESIGN INSPIRATION
Cedar Restoration
Cedar refinishing ideas with board replacement and railing repair.
CEDAR DECK BUILDER TIMELINE
Hiring a Seattle Cedar Deck Builder:
Timeline and Steps
Consultation. Inspection. Written quote. Project completion. Keep the deck scope, proposed solution and agreed price connected at every stage.
01
Day 1: Call or Send the Form
Start with four or five details: Seattle ZIP, approximate deck size, existing conditions, material ideas and timeline. Describe the cedar deck builder goal and ask who will answer project questions. Tell us what you want to change and ask about the next inspection or planning step.
02
Within Days: Free On-Site Estimate
Arrange the property assessment and mention urgent safety conditions.
03
Your Written Price and Start Date
Compare the defined work, materials, labor, permits and exclusions in a fixed written quote before deciding. We start with a free, no-obligation phone consultation, look at the deck on site and put the scope in a written estimate before work starts.
04
Build Time: Most Decks Take 1–3 Weeks
Agree on the crew, start date, milestones, changes and cleanup for your cedar deck builder project. Review progress and the written warranty at handover.
Bring photos of the whole deck, the affected area and the underside only if safely accessible. Include previous repair history and any known permit information.
Start with a call.
Start with the issue you can see. Ask for a Seattle cedar deck builder consultation and a scope based on your actual property.
SEATTLE PERMITS
Do You Need a Permit
to Build a Deck in Seattle?
Most new decks in Seattle need a permit, and most need only the quick subject-to-field-inspection permit. Seattle’s building department (SDCI) requires a permit in these three cases, and we tell you at the free estimate which one applies to your deck.
Source: Seattle SDCI deck requirements.
01 / HEIGHT
More than 18 inches above the ground
Measured from the ground to the deck. Lower decks do not need a permit unless one of the next two cases applies.
02 / ROOF DECKS
Built on top of part of the building
Every roof deck needs a permit, and it goes through the full addition or alteration permit.
03 / CRITICAL AREAS
In an environmentally critical area
Such as landslide-prone or flood-prone ground. The city visits the site before any permit application.
04 / MOST DECKS
A quick field-inspection permit
Most Seattle decks need only a subject-to-field-inspection permit. The full addition or alteration permit applies above 8 feet, with beams 14 feet or longer, solid decking or more than 750 square feet.
We check the permit at your estimate.
If your project needs one, it goes into your written scope.
8 REASONS TO CHOOSE A SEATTLE DECK REPAIR CONTRACTOR
Why Choose Us as Your
Seattle Cedar Deck Builder
Experience, documented credentials, local conditions, a clear quote and a written warranty all help you evaluate a Seattle cedar deck builder company. Ask how each applies to your property and request the supporting documents.
01
Washington Registration & Insurance
Our Washington contractor registration is #DBSTTLE287G8, and we carry $1 million in general liability insurance. A certificate is available for your cedar deck project, and you get a written estimate before work starts.
02
Seattle Cedar Deck Builder Experience
Ask for relevant completed projects, material experience and structural scope.
03
Pacific Northwest Climate Knowledge
Relate moisture protection, drainage, shade, corrosion and weather exposure to the actual property and assembly.
04
Workmanship Warranty in Writing
Our workmanship warranty is in writing, and your warranty terms are written into your agreement before work starts. A manufacturer’s product warranty and our workmanship warranty cover different things; we review both with you.
05
Local Seattle Coverage
We serve all 58 Seattle neighborhoods.
06
Straightforward Phone Quotes
Discuss the scope and options before committing. Confirm consultation terms and ask for clear written pricing without on-site sales pressure.
07
Safety Response
Describe unstable components or another urgent hazard when requesting an assessment.
08
Specified Stainless or Coated Fasteners
Confirm compatible hardware for lumber treatment, connector and exposure, and identify whether it is included in the quote rather than an extra.
Speak with your cedar deck builder project contact.
Tell us what is happening with your deck and ask about inspection options for your Seattle address.
SEATTLE DECK REPAIR REVIEWS
What 269+ Homeowners
Say About the Work
Deck service reviews can help you compare the inspection, written price, communication and finished work.
Deck addition · Bellevue
What we appreciated most was the lack of drama.
Dylan describes adding a deck to his Bellevue home. He highlights David’s clear timeline, adjustments during rain, clean finish work and a crew that showed up, completed the work and cleaned afterward.
Planning your cedar deck builders Seattle deck
Magnolia · Cedar Deck Builder
When comparing reviews, look for: Inspection response, diagnosis, fixed repair price and the completed work.
Deck replacement · Kirkland
Very happy with how it turned out.
Tara describes replacing a deteriorated deck in Kirkland. She appreciates David’s direct explanation of the work, the stable finished deck, the team’s progress through rain and the clean site left afterward.
Planning your cedar deck builders Seattle deck
Ballard · Cedar Deck Builder
When comparing reviews, look for: Comparing cedar deck builder quotes, the written scope and whether options were explained without upselling.
Deck addition · North Bend
The materials feel solid, and the finish is clean.
Crystal describes a deck addition in North Bend. She praises David’s explanation of layout choices, a stair adjustment that suited the yard, the finished materials and the crew’s thorough cleanup.
Planning your cedar deck builders Seattle deck
West Seattle · Cedar Deck Builder
When comparing reviews, look for: Arrival communication, care around the home, cleanup and how the repair performs over time.
PACIFIC NORTHWEST CEDAR DECK BUILDER
Built for Seattle
Rain, Moss and Salt Air
Rain, evergreen shade, seasonal freeze–thaw conditions and Puget Sound salt exposure all belong in a Seattle cedar deck builder assessment. Moss and slow drying can hide moisture problems around board ends and structural connections.
For shaded or north-facing decks in Fremont and Ravenna, inspect moisture retention and ventilation. Waterfront properties around Magnolia and Alki may need additional attention to corrosion. Sloped or elevated sites in Queen Anne and Capitol Hill call for a close review of supports and access. We confirm the actual conditions at each address.
- Compatible stainless or coated fasteners. Select for the lumber treatment, connector and exposure.
- Appropriately treated framing. Use ground-contact-rated material where the assembly and exposure require it.
- Joist and ledger moisture protection. Detail flashing, drainage and protection tape as part of the repair.
- Finishes suited to the site. Confirm any marine-grade or waterfront coating against the product’s approved uses.
Read the background on deck construction and repair and the Seattle SDCI deck requirements.
Plan for repeated Seattle rain, shade and drying conditions at the actual property. Specify corrosion-compatible stainless or coated fasteners as part of the complete lumber, connector and exposure design.
12 SEATTLE CEDAR DECK BUILDER FAQS
Cedar Deck Builder
Questions From Seattle Homeowners
Review costs, timing, scope, permits, materials, credentials and warranty terms for your project.
Talk to a real builder
Call with the deck size, materials, location and timeline.
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Cedar decks in Seattle start at $18 per square foot. Cedar railing starts at $20 per linear foot and stain and seal at $1 per square foot, with up to 25% off qualifying projects. Your exact price comes from the free on-site estimate.
We can quote a 300 sq ft / about 28 sq m cedar deck with clear or knotty-grade options. Compare the actual lumber grade, frame, railings, access, finish and permits, then include the cleaning and recoating plan in your ownership budget.
Compare lumber grade, frame, rails, access, finish and permit scope, plus the care program you intend to use.
Cedar is real wood. It starts at $18 per square foot and takes a new coat of stain every few years. Composite starts around $28 per square foot and skips the staining.
Yes. The on-site estimate is free and comes with no obligation. You get a written price and decide on your own time.
Tell us the size of the deck and what you see, and send photos if you have them. That is enough to talk through the likely scope on the phone. The exact number comes from the free visit, because rot, footings and framing hide under the boards.
If your project needs a Seattle permit, we tell you at the estimate and include it in your written scope. Most decks need only a subject-to-field-inspection permit from Seattle SDCI.
Lifespan depends on the whole assembly, wood quality, drainage, exposure and maintenance. Appropriate fasteners, flashing/joist protection and coating care are important details, but not the only influences.
We can discuss cedar care and service life through the wood, finish, drainage and supporting structure. Inspect the deck regularly; finish appearance and deck age alone do not establish structural safety.
Compare cedar’s natural appearance, repair options and initial price with the selected composite’s care requirements, appearance and warranty. A single board can sometimes be replaced in either system, subject to matching and fastening details.
We can compare cedar’s cleaning and recoating with composite’s cleaning and structural care. Review the exact composite collection’s warranty alongside cedar upkeep, and seek local valuation advice if resale value affects your choice.
Compare clear and appropriate knotty grades using the supplier’s actual grading standard, board dimensions and appearance samples. “No.1” is not enough by itself to describe every cedar grading system.
We can quote clear and knotty cedar side by side for your Seattle deck. Compare the actual grading standard, dimensions, appearance and price, rather than choosing a grade from a general popularity claim.
Cedar can be considered for a properly detailed waterfront assembly. Use compatible hardware and appropriate maintenance for the actual exposure; Real Cedar fastener guidance specifies 316 stainless screws for salt air.
Puget Sound salt exposure differs from Lake Washington’s freshwater environment. We can discuss compatible hardware, the selected coating and flashing, with a care plan that fits your cedar deck’s actual waterfront exposure.
Inspect and clean regularly, then recoat according to the finish instructions and visible wear. Sun, shade, retained moisture, traffic and preparation all affect timing.
We can discuss sun, shade, drying and visible wear when planning cedar recoating. Clean and inspect regularly, then follow the selected finish’s instructions; cleaning supports the care plan but does not replace structural inspection.
Our Washington contractor registration is #DBSTTLE287G8, and you can look it up through Washington Labor & Industries. We carry $1 million in general liability insurance, and a certificate is available for your project.
We are a BBB Accredited Business. Before work starts on your cedar deck, you receive a written estimate with a clear scope, and your warranty terms are written into your agreement.
Ask for written coverage of framing, ledger attachment, footing connections, railings and stairs, together with exclusions, claim steps and any transfer rights on sale. Talk with us about the workmanship coverage for your project. Only the contractor’s written warranty establishes the duration and coverage.
We can review Trex, TimberTech and IPE material coverage separately from workmanship coverage. Match the exact product, collection, purchase date and installation requirements to the manufacturer’s current warranty, then confirm the contractor’s written terms for the agreed work.
58 NEIGHBORHOODS · 7 DISTRICTS
A Cedar Deck Builder Near You,
Anywhere in Seattle
Explore all 58 Seattle neighborhoods across seven districts, with Seattle ZIP context from 98101 to 98199. Select your neighborhood for deck construction, repair, materials and property considerations. For nearby Bellevue or Kirkland, share your project address so we can check the applicable city or King County permit requirements.
Downtown Seattle 1
Capitol Hill & Central Seattle 12
North-Central Seattle 18
Northwest Seattle / Ballard 6
Queen Anne & Magnolia 4
West Seattle 11
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