FENCES
Custom Fences
We source and mill Western red cedar here in Washington, giving us greater control over quality, dimensions, and finish. Every fence is designed for your property and built to last decades in Northwest weather.
Licensed, bonded, and insured.
Building since 2020
Free written estimates
Our work begins with the cedar itself. We source Western red cedar logs here in Washington and mill them ourselves, giving us direct control over the grade, dimensions, and finish of every board. This allows us to select and cut the material for your fence instead of designing around standard stock sizes.
Western red cedar is very well suited to Northwest conditions. Its natural oils help resist decay and insects, while its grain takes stain beautifully. Left unfinished, it gradually develops the soft silver-grey color commonly seen throughout the region. With the quality materials and proper installation we offer, a cedar fence can easily last for decades.
Why Choose A Cedar Fence?
Natural Durability
Naturally resists decay and insect damage.
Aesthetic Appeal
Warm tones and rich grain for timeless appeal.
Low Maintenance
Requires minimal staining or sealing.
Environmentally friendly and sourced from renewable forests.
Sustainable Choice
Styles We Offer
Privacy
Closely spaced boards provide greater privacy with minimal sight lines.
Good Neighbor
Designed to look finished from both properties.
Horizontal
Clean, modern lines make the property feel wider and more open.
Lattice Top
Adds privacy and height while allowing more light into the space.
Board-on-Board
Overlapping boards create a finished appearance on both sides while allowing airflow.
Picket
Defines the property line while maintaining an open, welcoming feel.
A long-lasting cedar fence starts with how the posts are installed.
Standard installations place wood directly into soil or concrete. Our post-on-pipe system keeps cedar above the ground, eliminating post rot and extending the life of the fence.
Built To Last Decades
Staining is optional. It can help preserve the cedar’s natural color and protect it from weathering, UV exposure, and moisture.
If you prefer the look of naturally weathered cedar as it silvers over time, the fence can be left untreated. Stained fences should generally be re-stained every two to three years.
Fence Staining
Our Post-on-Pipe System
We use post-on-pipe on almost every cedar fence we build.
We bore a 1 5/8-inch hole 11 inches into the cedar post and secure a galvanized pipe inside. The pipe goes into the ground while the cedar stays above it.
Ground, Concrete, or Retaining Walls
The same system works where a fence meets concrete or a retaining wall. We weld steel to the base and bolt it securely into place, keeping the cedar above the surface.
When Pressure-Treated Makes Sense
Cedar posts can crack or split under heavy wind, particularly on fences taller than six feet. When pressure-treated posts are the better option, we use a 4 1/8-inch jumbo post instead of the standard 3 1/2-inch size. The larger post is less prone to warping.
Planned for Your Property
During the site visit, we review the yard, fence height, and any concrete or retaining walls involved. We then confirm the post system and provide a straightforward quote before construction begins.
You are not only paying for the cedar you can see. You are paying for the structure that keeps it straight.
Wood naturally expands and contracts, which can make a standard door lock difficult to use on an all-wood gate. A padlock also limits access to one side.
For better security and operation, we can fabricate a custom steel gate with steel posts, welded hinges, and a door lock. Cedar can be picture-framed over the steel so the gate matches the fence
Custom Steel Gates
How Cedar Grades Work
Clear Cedar
Free from knots and defects, with uniform color and smooth grain. This is the highest quality and most expensive grade we offer.
#1 Cedar
No more than three knots over two inches, with no wane, black rings, or cracks. A strong choice for visible sections where appearance matters.
#2 & Better Cedar
Tight knots, one black ring allowed on one side, minimal wane, knots no larger than 2.5 inches, and no cracks. A practical balance of quality and cost.
#2 Standard
May include black-ring knots, unrestricted knot sizes, cracks, worm holes, machine damage, or wane. The boards remain structurally sound.
Fence Board Options
Three things decide what a board is: its size, its grade, and how it behaves once it is up.
SIZE
- Thickness
5/8 inch, standard on every fence board.
- Widths
Full 4-inch or 6-inch boards.
- Standard + Custom Boards
We stock lengths of 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8 feet in a variety of grades.
If the standard sizes do not fit your design, we are happy to mill custom boards for your project.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE WOOD
- Natural Cedar Character
Rough-cut boards keep the grain and texture visible, giving the fence a natural, handcrafted finish.
- Green, not kiln dried
Our boards are installed green, not kiln-dried. They retain their natural moisture at installation and shrink slightly as they dry.
CEDAR GRADES BY BOARD LENGTH
Board
Length
Grades
Available
6 ft
Clear, #1, #2 & Better, or #2 Standard
3, 4, 5 and 8 ft
#2 & Better
Custom
#2 & Better
Want clear cedar in another length? We can provide it by request, although additional lead time may apply. Let us know when you contact us.
Recent Work
Tell Us About The Project
The more you can tell us up front, the more useful the first conversation is. If you would rather just call, the number can be found below.
RATHER CALL?
HOURS
Monday to Friday
6 AM - 6 PM
Saturday–Sunday
7 AM – 5 PM
SHOP
BUYING WHOLESALE?
Lumber yards, dealers and distributors ordering Post on Pipe should use the wholesale inquiry form instead.
Our Process
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Tell Us About Your Project
Tell us what you are planning and send a few photos of the yard. We follow up to talk through the project and set a time to come out.
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Schedule a Site Visit
We walk the property with you, review drainage, soil, access, and other site conditions, then discuss the best options for your project.
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Review Your Estimate
You receive a detailed written estimate outlining the scope of work, recommended materials, and cost.
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We Get To Work
Our crew coordinates the materials, permitting when required, construction, and cleanup while keeping you informed throughout the project.
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Final Walkthrough
We review the completed work with you and address any final details before wrapping up the project.
Common questions
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Most residential fences take one to three days on site once the material is milled. Larger runs, sloped ground or custom gates take longer. We give you a date range with the quote.
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Our post-on-pipe construction is designed to help your fence last for decades. On a conventional fence, the posts often fail first because they sit directly in the ground. Our cedar posts stay above the soil, preventing post rot before it starts.
The boards will weather naturally over time. If one is ever damaged, it can be replaced individually without rebuilding the fence.
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Most fences start around $50 a foot installed. Grade, height, ground conditions and gates move you up from there. Every quote is written and itemized before any work starts.
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Usually not for a fence under six feet on a standard lot, but rules vary by city and zone, and shoreline or steep slope properties have their own. We check your address before quoting.
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Your choice, unless an HOA says otherwise. A good neighbour or board on board design looks the same from both sides, which avoids the conversation entirely.
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Yes. Removal, haul off and cleanup are included in the quote, not billed at the end.