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Western red cedar is the natural choice for fencing in the Pacific Northwest — it's beautiful, naturally rot-resistant, and the material Seattle homeowners have trusted for decades. Vikings Exterior builds every cedar fence style: • Privacy fence (6' or 8' solid cedar boards — most popular in Seattle) • Shadowbox privacy fence (alternating boards, allows airflow) • Picket fence (traditional 3' or 4' painted or natural cedar) • Board-on-board fence (overlapping boards for maximum privacy) • Horizontal cedar fence (modern aesthetic, very popular in Bellevue and Eastside) • Custom post-and-rail fence • Split rail fence with wire infill for rural lots • Cedar lattice topper for existing fences We build to your exact height, style, and property line requirements — with all permits handled.

Not all cedar is created equal. We use Western red cedar — the superior species for Seattle's climate. Western Red Cedar: • Naturally contains thujaplicin — an oil that resists rot and insects • Dimensional stability: expands and contracts less than most woods in Seattle's moisture swings • Lightweight and easy to work with — reduces installation stress on posts • Beautiful, even grain — takes stain beautifully • Sustainably sourced from Pacific Northwest forests vs. Alternatives: • Pressure-treated pine: cost-effective but lacks natural aesthetics; chemicals leach over time • Douglas fir: local but less rot-resistant than cedar without treatment • Redwood: excellent but expensive and not locally sourced • Composite/vinyl: no maintenance but different aesthetic and feel For natural wood fencing in Seattle, Western red cedar is our first and only recommendation.

A properly installed and maintained cedar fence in Seattle lasts 15–25 years. With diligent staining every 2–3 years, some cedar fences in Seattle exceed 25–30 years. Key factors in cedar fence longevity: • Post installation: concrete-set 4x4 or 6x6 posts extend fence life dramatically vs. surface-mount brackets • Board clearance: boards should never contact soil — bottom rail should be 2–4" off grade • Staining: oil-based penetrating stain every 2–3 years protects from Seattle's rain and UV • Ventilation: shadowbox and board-on-board styles allow airflow and dry faster than solid privacy fences For maximum longevity without maintenance, see our vinyl fence option at /vinyl-fence-seattle.

Cedar fence installation in Seattle typically runs $22–$38 per linear foot installed, depending on fence height, style, and terrain. 2026 estimates (Seattle metro, installed): • 6' cedar privacy fence: $22–$32/LF • 8' cedar privacy fence: $28–$38/LF • 4' cedar picket fence: $18–$28/LF • Horizontal cedar fence: $30–$45/LF (more labor-intensive) For a typical 100 LF residential fence: • 6' privacy cedar: $2,200–$3,200 • 8' privacy cedar: $2,800–$3,800 Gates add $300–$800 each depending on size and hardware. Call [PHONE] for a free estimate — we measure and quote every fence project on-site.

Fence permits in Seattle and surrounding cities depend on fence height: • Fences up to 6' typically do not require a permit in Seattle • Fences over 6' require a permit in Seattle city limits • Some cities (Bellevue, Redmond) have different height thresholds • Front yard fences often have additional height restrictions • HOA rules may apply — always check before permitting Vikings Exterior handles all permit research and applications. We know the codes in every city we serve and will tell you exactly what's required for your specific fence.