Fences & Gates Installation in Seattle
Create privacy, define your outdoor space, and add lasting character with fences and gates designed around your home and landscape.
Define and Protect Your Outdoor Space
Residential Fencing in Seattle
A fence can do much more than mark your property line. It can give the backyard a little more privacy, create a safe place for kids or pets, and bring structure to a landscape that feels a little too open.
At Seattle Sustainable Landscapes, we design and build custom fences and gates for homeowners throughout Seattle and nearby communities.
Whether you’re replacing an aging fence, enclosing a backyard, creating a private garden, or adding an entry gate, we can help you select a design that supports your needs while complementing your home.
Because we design and build complete landscapes, we can consider your fence alongside surrounding planting, pathways, and other outdoor features. The result is a structure that defines your property while naturally blending into your landscape.
Create More Privacy
Sometimes you just want the backyard to feel more like yours. To create that sense of separation, we recommend installing a privacy fence. In Seattle, solid cedar fencing helps create a visual buffer from neighboring homes, streets, and busy outdoor areas, giving you more freedom to relax and enjoy your landscape.
Make a Safer Space
A fence makes the whole yard easier to use, as it provides children with a safer place to play, allows dogs to explore their habit, and protects your flower beds.
Fences help define clear boundaries for outdoor activities. We can adjust the height, spacing, and materials depending on whether you want a secure enclosure, an open boundary, or something in between.
Add Character and Definition
The style, height, material, and pattern of a fence can influence the entire character of your property. A warm cedar fence may blend naturally into planting, while a modern horizontal design can create clean architectural lines.
Paired with a custom gate, planting, or landscape lighting, a fence can become an attractive feature that brings greater structure and personality to your outdoor space.
Fence Styles and Materials
Choose the Right Level of Privacy
Fence style and material selection serve your landscape goals. If you live close to your neighbors, a privacy fence allows you to create your own sanctuary, even in densely populated areas like Seattle.
Before installing a fence, we need to understand what you want it to do: Keep the dog in? Give the backyard more privacy? Define the garden without blocking the view?
Our landscape designers will help you choose the fence’s height, design, and material based on your purpose and maintenance expectations. Explore some of the fences we’ve built across Seattle to inspire your own project.
Cedar Fences
Private, Warm, Durable
Cedar fencing can be designed with vertical or horizontal boards, decorative details, integrated gates, and proportions that complement your home.
- Board spacing, fence height, and surrounding planting can be adjusted to create the right balance of privacy, light, and openness.
- It pairs beautifully with planting and becomes more integrated into the landscape as the garden matures.
- Vertical boards create a traditional appearance, while horizontal boards emphasize width and create a more contemporary architectural feel.
- Cedar fences are well suited for backyard privacy, enclosed outdoor spaces, defining property boundaries, and adding warmth character.
Hog Wire Fences
Open, Practical, Pet-Friendly
Hog wire fences combine a cedar frame with durable wire panels. They create a clear boundary while allowing sunlight, airflow, and views to move through the space.
- The combination of warm wood and simple wire panels creates a practical design that feels both modern and relaxed.
- This style works especially well around gardens, natural landscapes, and properties where homeowners want to contain children or pets without creating a solid visual barrier.
Aluminum Fences
Clean, Durable, Modern
Aluminum fencing is lightweight, low-maintenance, and adds architectural value to your property.
- It’s a practical choice for defining property lines, enclosing pets, or adding structure around gardens and outdoor spaces.
- Available in a variety of styles and finishes, aluminum and iron fences can complement both traditional and contemporary Seattle landscapes.
Picket Fences
Picket fences and other open designs define a property without completely closing it off.
- They can create a welcoming appearance and protect garden areas while allowing light and views to remain part of the experience.
- The spacing and height can be tailored to support the intended use while complementing the architecture and landscape.
- They are best suited for front yards, garden boundaries, and decorative property definition.
Custom Fencing for Seattle
Design The Boundary
Seattle’s narrow lots, sloped properties, mature trees, and close neighboring homes can make fence design surprisingly nuanced. Our team can help you design and install a fence that responds to this encircling landscape.
We look at the fence from both sides of the property: from the backyard and from the street.
The fence’s characteristics and relationship to surrounding planting will end up shaping how private, open, and welcoming the space feels.
To design a fence that responds to the way you use your landscape while complementing the architecture of your home, we consider the following aspects:
Fence Height
A tall fence provides better privacy and creates a stronger sense of enclosure.
Lower fences define a property while preserving views and maintaining an open connection to the neighborhood.
Board Spacing
Closely spaced boards create more privacy, while open designs allow light and air to pass through.
Spacing depends on the fence’s purpose and the experience you want to create.
Planting Around Fences
Trees, shrubs, grasses, and climbing plants soften a fence and make it feel more integrated into the landscape.
Layered planting can also add privacy, color, and habitat while reducing the visual impact of a long fence line.
Gates and Access
The gate’s location and design define how easy and welcoming it is to access your outdoor space.
Width, swing direction, and relationship to the surrounding fence influence long-term comfort and functionality.
Fences Mounted on Retaining Walls
Why Hiring a Landscape Contractor
A fence becomes a different construction project when it sits on top of a retaining wall. The wall needs to support the landscape, while the fence posts need to be securely integrated into the structure.
Because we are a full-service landscape contractor, we can build both pieces as part of the same project. Our construction crews understand how retaining walls, fence posts, drainage, grading, and the surrounding landscape need to work together.
This is especially helpful for sloped Seattle properties, where a retaining wall may be the foundation for a new fence. We can build the retaining wall, plan where the fence posts belong, and install the fence with the entire structure in mind.
One team. One plan. One landscape.
When the fence and retaining wall are designed and built together, we can coordinate the structure from the ground up.
Choosing the Right Gate
Gates Complete the Transition Outdoors
When we’re designing a gate, we think about how it meets the fence, how you’ll use it every day, and how it connects to the rest of the landscape.
The size, swing direction, materials, and placement all matter when you’re using that gate year after year.
If you’re installing a wood gate, we’ll choose a high-quality wood that is resistant to rot and decay, such as cedar or redwood. These wood types are also naturally resistant to insects and pests, making them a great option for outdoor use.
Proper staining or sealing can further protect the wood from Seattle’s rain.
Full-Service Landscaping in Seattle
Integrate Fences Into Your Landscape
A pergola becomes even more enjoyable when it is designed as part of a complete outdoor environment. The patio beneath it, the planting around it, and the features that support comfort all influence how the space feels and how often you use it.
As a full-service landscape design-and-build company, we can combine your pergola project with complementary landscaping services to create a more cohesive outdoor living space.
Planting
Layered planting can soften fence lines, add privacy, and bring seasonal color and texture to your outdoor space.
Outdoor Lighting
Improve visibility near gates and pathways while creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere after sunset.
Pathways
A pathway can create a comfortable connection between gates, patios, gardens, and other outdoor areas.
Drainage
Thoughtful drainage protects your landscape and supports long-term performance near fences and gates.
Professional Fence & Gate Installation
Built with Care and Attention to Detail
Our professional fence and gate installation service offers even greater value when you include the design or installation of additional landscaping elements, such as a patio, a path, or a retaining wall.
All of our work begins with meticulous planning and careful site preparation. During our design process, we evaluate the purpose of the fence, property boundaries, site conditions, access, and materials to make the decisions that will shape your new landscape.
Our landscape designers and construction team work together to coordinate the design, preparation, installation, and finishing details.
Whether you’re building a new cedar privacy fence, installing a hog wire enclosure, replacing an aging structure, or adding a custom gate, our experienced landscape builders bring careful craftsmanship and clear communication to every stage of the project.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the best fence material for Seattle homes?
Cedar is one of the most popular choices for Seattle fences because it offers natural warmth, durability, and a wide range of design options. Aluminum is another good option for homeowners looking for a clean, low-maintenance appearance. The right material depends on your privacy, style, maintenance, and budget preferences.
During your consultation, we’ll help you compare options and choose a fence style that fits your home and the way you use your outdoor space.
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Can you build a custom cedar fence?
Yes. We design and build custom cedar fences for Seattle homes. We can tailor the fence height, board orientation, spacing, gates, and decorative details to your property and privacy needs.
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Can a fence help keep pets and children safely contained?
Yes. A properly designed fence can create a secure outdoor area for children and pets.
When planning the enclosure, we consider fence height, spacing, gate design, and your property’s specific needs.
During planning, we’ll help you identify a design that supports your situation.
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Can you replace an old or damaged fence?
Yes. We can repair or replace an aging or damaged fence. We’ll evaluate the existing structure and help you determine whether repairing individual sections or building a new fence makes more sense for your property.
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Should I repair or replace my fence?
Repair may be enough when the fence posts and main structure are still sound. If rot, leaning posts, or widespread damage have compromised the structure, replacement may be the better long-term solution. We’ll help you evaluate the existing fence before deciding.
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How long does a cedar fence last?
A cedar fence can last for many years when properly installed and maintained. Its lifespan depends on construction quality, moisture exposure, drainage, and ongoing care. We’ll explain the maintenance requirements for your specific project.
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Do cedar fences require maintenance?
Yes. Cedar fencing benefits from regular maintenance to protect the wood and preserve its appearance. Cleaning, staining, sealing, and addressing damaged areas can help extend its service life.
Maintenance needs vary depending on exposure, finish, and site conditions.We’ll explain the expected maintenance requirements during project planning.
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Do I need a permit to build a fence in Seattle?
As part of project planning, we can help identify the requirements and recommend an expert if needed.
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How much does a new fence cost?
The cost of a new fence depends on its length, height, material, design, site access, grading, demolition, and gate requirements.
After reviewing your property and understanding your goals, we’ll prepare a custom proposal based on the scope of work.
