Fence Company in Seattle, WA | Cedar Fences & Repair

Fence Company in Seattle, WA: Installation, Repair & Gates

Seattle Fence Pros serves homeowners across Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Renton, and Redmond with the full range of fencing work: new wood and privacy fence installation, vinyl, chain link, and aluminum or ornamental iron fencing for front yards and pools. We handle fence repair, post replacement, gate work, and the storm damage that comes with severe weather. We are a local crew, not a call center, and we know this market's housing stock and ground conditions.

Whether your fence is new construction, needs repair, or has come down in a storm, we walk your property, assess what is actually failing, and quote you honestly. When a repair will hold, we say so. When replacement is the better spend, we quote that too. Call (425) 696-3219 or request a free estimate to get started.

Why Fences Lean in Seattle: Clay Soil and Rotted Posts

The most common fence problem in this area is a leaning or racking fence line, and it usually starts with the posts, not the pickets or rails. Soil movement and moisture at the ground line work a post back and forth season after season until it goes out of plumb. Wood at the base of a post stays damp in this climate, and that moisture causes decay exactly where the post carries the most load. A fence that looked solid five years ago can begin to lean as those posts fail. This is not a sudden failure, but it is progressive, and it does not fix itself.

We assess a fence by walking the entire line and testing every post, not just the one section that prompted the call. We check whether posts are still sound in their concrete footings or whether the concrete itself has heaved. A fence with solid pickets, rails, and cap trim but a handful of failed posts is worth repairing. We reset or replace those posts, and the rest of the fence stays in service. A fence where posts have rotted along most of the run is at end of life. Repairing it section by section costs more over five years than replacing the whole fence once. We quote both options so you can make an informed choice. On rotted wood, we replace it. Moisture at the ground line is the cause. We do not perform termite or pest inspections, apply chemical treatments, or carry out pest control, which is a separate regulated trade. Call for a site visit and diagnosis, or reach us at (425) 696-3219. See our fence post repair and replacement service for details on how we restore a failing fence line.

The honest assessment is the differentiator. We tell you whether your fence can be saved and what it will cost. That clarity lets you budget and plan.

Storm Damage Fence Repair in Seattle

Severe wind and storms can push entire fence runs to the ground, snap posts at grade, or tear panels away. When that happens, the fence you rebuild should be stronger than the one that failed. A new post set properly in concrete, with correct spacing and bracing, will outlast the original. We provide a free damage assessment, photograph each section of the damage, and prepare a written estimate you can submit to your insurance carrier. We help document what happened so you have the information you need to file a claim.

Coverage decisions rest with your insurance company, not with us. We cannot promise that a claim will be approved or that repair costs will be covered. If you have questions about your policy, contact your carrier directly. Once you have a claim decision, we can rebuild your fence to code and to last. See our storm damage fence repair service for more information.

Cedar, Pine, Vinyl or Chain Link: Choosing for This Climate

The right material depends on your maintenance budget and what the fence needs to do. Cedar is beautiful and weathers to gray, but it needs cleaning and re-staining every two to three years in this climate to stay protected. That cycle is what separates a cedar fence that lasts ten years from one that lasts twenty. Pressure-treated pine costs less, takes stain well, and holds up without the same maintenance load. Vinyl requires no staining or sealing and resists rot, though it can show scratches and does not have the warmth of wood. Vinyl and PVC fencing makes sense for busy households. Chain link is the toughest per dollar, and gauge and mesh size determine durability. Galvanized chain link resists rust; black powder-coated adds privacy and looks. Aluminum and ornamental iron work well for pools, front yards, and properties where the slope calls for stepped or racked installation to follow grade.

We quote by the linear foot and measure on site, because slope, access, tear-out, and gate count all change the number. See our pricing page for typical ranges, or request a site-specific estimate.

Permits, HOA Rules, Property Lines & Pool Barriers

Permits and height rules vary by city and county across the Greater Seattle area. In most jurisdictions, residential fence installation requires a permit, and many cities set maximum height limits for front-yard fencing and side-yard setback requirements for corner visibility. If your property is in a master-planned community or homeowners association, deed restrictions and HOA architectural standards commonly govern fence height, material, and color. Approval from the association is usually needed before work starts. It is worth checking with your HOA and local building department before you design your fence. Property lines matter too. We install on the line you identify, working from your existing survey or plat. Determining a boundary is the work of a licensed land surveyor, and we recommend confirming your property line and any neighbor or association consent in writing beforehand. Pool fencing is installed to meet the pool barrier codes that apply at your address, with self-closing self-latching hardware. Final determination of code compliance rests with the local building official. No barrier replaces supervision of children or swimmers.

Before we set posts, we request Washington 811 utility locates. Locates cover participating utility operators only and do not mark private lines such as irrigation or landscape lighting, so let us know about those. We are fully insured and can provide a certificate of insurance on request. Requirements vary, always verify with the Seattle building department and your HOA before starting your project. Contact us with questions about your specific property.