Cost breakdowns, safety checks, and the things we have learned building decks and fences in Whatcom County's wet climate, year after year.
The cost to build a deck in Bellingham runs $14,000 to $45,000 in 2026. Real ranges by size and material, plus the costs most quotes leave out.
Five checks that show whether the ledger or footings are failing, and whether you need a repair or a full rebuild.
A cedar privacy fence runs $35 to $75 per linear foot here in 2026. What drives the price, from post setting to gates.
An honest comparison of cost, upkeep, and lifespan for our wet climate, with no thumb on the scale.
When a deck permit is required, the heights and setbacks that trigger it, the inspection process, and what we handle for you.
Our wet soil leans a lazy post fast. Here is why it happens and how we set posts so they stay plumb for years.