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Practical, no-fluff articles about fence planning, materials, permits, maintenance, and budgeting for homeowners in the Seattle area.
Why Spring 2026 Is the Best Time to Install a Fence in Seattle If you are planning a spring fence installation in Seattle, Spring 2026 is a smart time to move. After 20+ years in fencing, we can tell you the best time to install a fence in Seattle is usually not the week you […]
Read articleThat matters even more in 2026 because price pressure is coming from more than one place. NAHB says softwood lumber is below last year’s levels, but broader builder cost pressure is still elevated in early 2026. At the same time, Seattle compensation costs were up 3.5 percent year over year in December 2025, wages and […]
Read articleAt Tidy Beaver Fencing, we usually tell homeowners to start with the real goal first. Some want a natural backyard look and stronger privacy. Others want a cleaner fence with less upkeep over time. Once that is clear, the decision between wood fence installation and vinyl fence installation becomes much easier. Quick answer: wood fencing […]
Read articleAt Tidy Beaver Fencing, we always tell homeowners the same thing: the best way to think about fence cost is not just the price of the material. It is the full project. A fence that looks simple on paper can cost more if the yard slopes, the old fence needs to come out, or the […]
Read articleAt Tidy Beaver Fencing, we help homeowners choose fencing based on how the yard is used, what the property needs most, and how the material will perform in Seattle conditions. In most cases, the best fence is not just the one that looks good on day one. It is the one that keeps working for […]
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