Western Red Cedar Sourcing
Western Red Cedar deck Portland materials sourced from Pacific Northwest mills. Reclaimed western cedar sourcing available for sustainable building goals. Clear grade and No.1 grade options.
PNW's Western Red Cedar Specialists
Portland's Trusted Cedar Deck Builder (503) 782-9723
Western Red Cedar decks built for Pacific Northwest rain. Stainless steel fasteners and marine-grade sealer keep water out of the framing. Licensed, bonded, and trusted by 1,250+ Portland homeowners since 2008.
24/7 · Open 24 Hours · Free Phone Consultation · No Obligation
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17+ Years Building
Portland Decks
Portland Decks
1250+ Decks Completed
Across Portland
Across Portland
A+ BBB Accredited
Member NADRA
Member NADRA
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Signs You're Ready
Why Portland Homeowners Pick Cedar Decking
These are the most common reasons Portland homeowners call us for a new deck. If any of these sound like you, give us a call.
- 01 Want traditional PNW wood deck aesthetic
- 02 Prefer natural-aging wood over composite plastic look
- 03 Replacing failed pressure-treated lumber deck
- 04 Building craftsman-style home extension
- 05 Want sustainable building materials from local sources
- 06 OK with annual oiling or biennial staining commitment
- 07 Budget-conscious but want premium-feel material
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What We Cover
Our Portland
Our Portland
Cedar Deck Builder Services
Every cedar deck builder project includes the work below, delivered by our in-house Portland crew. No subcontractors. No surprise add-ons. Every job covered by our 10-year workmanship warranty.
Stainless Fastener System
Cedar requires stainless steel or hot-dipped galvanized fasteners. Standard fasteners cause black streaking from cedar tannins. Hidden fastener systems available to keep board surface clean.
Joist Tape & Flashing
Cedar deck installation Portland uses joist tape on every framing piece and proper ledger flashing. Marine-grade flashing required on waterfront homes. Tape extends joist life 50-75% versus untaped installs.
Hidden Fastening Options
CAMO Edge clips and Tiger Claw hidden fasteners for cedar decking. Hidden systems eliminate face screws and create a clean board surface that ages evenly.
Marine-Grade Stain & Seal
First-year cedar finishing: clear sealer for natural graying, semi-transparent stain for warm color, or solid stain for full coverage. Marine-grade sealers for riverfront and high-humidity homes.
Annual Maintenance Plan
Cedar requires annual cleaning plus stain refresh every 2-4 years. Our maintenance plan includes annual wash, spot touch-ups, and reminder calls for restain timing.
Not sure exactly what you need? Call us. We'll inspect for free.
📞 Call (503) 782-9723 PNW Expertise
Built for Portland Weather.
Built for Portland Weather.
Repaired by Portland Experts.
Portland decks face conditions most contractors don't understand. Our 36+ inches of annual rainfall combined with evergreen shade creates the perfect environment for wood rot. Add freeze-thaw cycles, constant humidity rolling off the Willamette, and moss-friendly surfaces, and you have a deck that's aging faster than almost anywhere else in the country.
We've worked decks in every Portland microclimate, from shaded north-facing lots in Sellwood-Moreland and Grant Park, to river-exposed waterfront homes in Alameda and Cathedral Park, to hillside elevated decks in Southwest Hills and Hawthorne. Each has unique failure patterns. We know them.
That's why every cedar deck builder project we deliver uses stainless or coated fasteners (not basic galvanized), proper joist flashing, and pressure-treated framing rated for ground contact, even where code doesn't require it.
- Stainless / coated fasteners standard on every project
- Ground-contact-rated framing exceeds Portland code requirements
- Joist flashing & ledger protection against PNW moisture
- Marine-grade sealers for riverfront & high-humidity homes
37" average annual rainfall
in Portland
in Portland
100% stainless / coated
fasteners, always
fasteners, always
Our Process
How Our Portland
How Our Portland
Cedar Deck Builder Process Works
Four straightforward steps. No forms that vanish into a void. No 48-hour callback delays. Just a phone call with a real DB Portland carpenter and a fixed written quote.
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Call for a Free Phone Consultation
Pick up the phone and dial (503) 782-9723. We answer in 3 rings: a real DB Portland carpenter, not a call center. We ask 4-5 questions to understand the project.
- 02
Schedule a Same-Day Inspection
Most inspections happen within 24-48 hours, often same-day for safety hazards. Our inspector arrives in a marked truck, in uniform, on time.
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Get a Clear Written Quote
You receive a clear, written, no-pressure quote, on the spot or within 24 hours. Fixed pricing, no surprise charges, no high-pressure sales tactics.
- 04
Complete Your Cedar Deck Builder Project
Our in-house crew completes the work on our agreed timeline. Most repairs finish in 1-3 days. New builds and full restorations are clearly milestoned.
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Call (503) 782-9723 Why Choose Us
Why Portland Homeowners
Why Portland Homeowners
Choose Our Crew for Cedar Deck Builder
We've earned hundreds of 5-star reviews by doing one thing very well: honest, expert deck work from a Portland-local team you can call any time. No autoresponders. No outsourced labor.
- Licensed, bonded, and insured in OR (#OR CCB #248317)
- 1,250+ Portland decks completed since 2008
- PNW climate specialists: we know what fails here
- Lifetime craftsmanship warranty on structural work
- Local team based in Portland, serving all 33 metro ZIP codes
- Straightforward phone quotes, no high-pressure sales visits
- Same-day response for safety hazards
- Stainless or coated fasteners standard (not extra)
Real Reviews
What Our Portland Customers
What Our Portland Customers
Say About Our Cedar Deck Builder
"They diagnosed our deck issues and finished the cedar deck builder the same day their estimator came out. Charged exactly what they quoted, to the dollar."
Ken H. Alameda · Cedar Deck Builder
"Got bids from 5 contractors. They were the only one who came out for free, gave us a written quote on the spot, and didn't push us into a more expensive option."
Sarah M. St. Johns · Cedar Deck Builder
"The crew was respectful, on time, cleaned up better than they found it, and the work is rock solid two years in. Couldn't ask for more from a Portland deck contractor."
David L. Multnomah Village · Cedar Deck Builder
10 Service Areas · 33 ZIP Codes
DB Portland
DB Portland
Service Areas
Our DB Portland crew covers 10 service areas across 3 regions and 33 Portland-metro ZIP codes, every Portland sextant plus Washington County and Clackamas County. Pick your area below for local detail, or call (503) 782-9723 for a 5-minute consultation.
All Portland Service Areas 10 service areas · 3 regions · 33 ZIP codes covered
Portland 8
Downtown Portland 97201 · 97204 · 97205 Northwest Portland 97209 · 97210 · 97231 North Portland 97203 · 97217 · 97227 Inner Northeast Portland 97211 · 97212 · 97213 · 97232 Outer Northeast Portland 97218 · 97220 · 97230 Inner Southeast Portland 97202 · 97214 · 97215 East Portland 97206 · 97216 · 97233 · 97236 · 97266 Southwest Portland 97219 · 97221 · 97239
Washington County 1
Clackamas County 1
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Recent Work
Recent Portland
Recent Portland
Cedar Deck Builder Projects
Six recent cedar deck builder projects from across Portland. Real photos from our portfolio, never stock. Real prices and durations from our books.
FAQ Cedar Deck Builder Portland:
Cedar Deck Builder Portland:
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the questions Portland homeowners ask us most about cedar deck builder. Don't see yours? Just call. Most questions get answered in under 5 minutes.
01 How much does cedar deck installation Portland cost?
Cedar deck builder Portland pricing runs $12,000–$26,000 in 2025. A 300 sq ft (28 sq m) Western Red Cedar deck averages $14,000–$18,000. Clear grade pushes $18,000–$26,000. Annual maintenance adds $400–$900.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972302 How long does Western Red Cedar deck Portland last?
Properly installed and maintained cedar decks last 20-30 years in Pacific Northwest Climate (PNW). Lifespan depends on 3 factors: stainless fasteners, joist tape, and consistent staining every 2-4 years. Unsealed cedar lasts 8-15 years.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972303 Cedar versus composite for Portland decks?
Cedar wins on 3 metrics: lower upfront cost, traditional PNW aesthetic, and easier repair (replace single boards). Composite wins on 4 metrics: 25-30 year warranty, no annual maintenance, fade resistance, and resale value.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972304 What grade of cedar works best for Portland decks?
Clear grade cedar (highest) has no knots and runs 30-50% more than No.1 grade. No.1 grade has small tight knots and represents 70% of Portland cedar deck installs. Premium homes choose clear grade. Standard residential picks No.1.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972305 Can cedar work near the river in Portland?
Yes, with 3 requirements: stainless steel fasteners only (no galvanized), annual marine-grade sealer application, and joist tape on all framing. Cedar near the Willamette Valley or the Willamette River lasts 15-22 years with this protocol.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972306 How often does cedar need staining or oiling?
Cedar requires staining every 2-4 years depending on sun exposure. South-facing decks: every 2 years. North-facing shaded decks: every 3-4 years. Annual cleaning extends restain intervals 6-12 months.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972307 Are you licensed, bonded, and insured in Oregon?
Yes. We hold Oregon CCB License CCB #248317, a $25,000 surety bond, and $2M liability insurance. We are NADRA (North American Deck and Railing Association) members, BBB A+ accredited, TrexPro Platinum certified, and TimberTech Pro certified. All credentials verify on the Oregon Construction Contractors Board website.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972308 What does your 10-year workmanship warranty cover?
Our 10-year structural workmanship warranty covers 5 elements: framing, ledger attachment, footing connections, railings, and stairs. The warranty transfers to the next homeowner on sale. Material warranties from manufacturers (Trex 25-year, TimberTech 30-year, IPE lifetime) stack on top.
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Get a free phone consultation in under 5 minutes. We'll tell you what's needed, what it costs to fix, and how fast we can start. No high-pressure sales, just straight answers from a real Portland deck contractor.
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