Cedar Siding Installation Woodinville, WA
Woodinville homes face a specific set of environmental pressures – heavy tree canopy, constant shade, and the kind of persistent damp that turns North-facing walls green with moss in a single season. If your current siding is soft at the base or showing "cupping" across the main runs, it’s failing to protect your framing. We don't just swap old boards for new ones. Our Woodinville siding crews build systems that prioritize airflow, ensuring your Western Red Cedar actually dries out between rain cycles.
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Siding Installation Service Overview
The biggest mistake we see in Woodinville isn’t the choice of material – it’s the lack of a rainscreen. Most builders nail cedar directly to the house wrap. In a sun-drenched area, you might get away with it. In Woodinville’s wooded lots, that trapped moisture has nowhere to go, so it rots the back of the board. We install a 3/8-inch vertical cavity behind every plank. This creates a chimney effect where air moves upward, pulling moisture out. It’s a mechanical solution to a biological problem.
We source kiln-dried Western Red Cedar, usually in a 6-inch or 8-inch bevel, but we also handle clear vertical grain for more modern estates near the wineries. Using “green” or wet wood is where most projects fail. Wet wood shrinks as it seasons on your house, leaving ugly gaps and exposing the building wrap. We focus on the precision of the mitered corners and the clearance at the roofline – because the aesthetic is only as good as the waterproofing underneath.
Investment and Financing Options
Cedar is the most expensive siding material we install, but it’s the only one that truly fits the Woodinville landscape. A full replacement on a typical two-story home in this area generally falls between $25,000 and $55,000. These numbers fluctuate based on the grade of cedar and the state of your existing sheathing. We don’t do “ballpark” estimates over the phone. You get a line-item breakdown that covers everything from the 304-grade stainless steel nails to the specific drip caps for your window headers.
Homeowners in the 98072 and 98077 zip codes often use HELOCs or construction-specific loans for these projects. We provide the detailed documentation your bank needs for draw schedules. This ensures that funds are released as we hit verified milestones – like when the “dry-in” phase is inspected and approved.
Our Woodinville Siding Installation Services
What Rainwood Construction covers for cedar siding installation projects.
Full Siding Replacement
We strip it to the studs. If we find carpenter ant damage or rotted OSB, we fix the structure before the first new board goes up.
Tongue and Groove (T&G) Installs
We specialize in vertical or horizontal T&G for a seamless, modern look. We blind-nail these through the tongue so no fasteners are visible.
Custom Cedar Shakes
For that traditional Woodinville estate feel, we hand-install shingles with proper 5-inch exposure and woven corners for maximum weather protection.
Vinyl Cedar Shake Siding
Not every budget fits real wood. Vinyl cedar shake siding installation uses polymer panels molded from actual cedar masters — Polymer shake panels molded from actual cedar masters are our most-installed vinyl cedar option. Costs ~40% less than real shake, never needs staining. A practical middle ground for the cedar look without cedar upkeep.
Factory Back-Priming
We coat all six sides of the wood before installation. This prevents the cedar from absorbing vapor from the inside of the wall, which is what causes paint to peel prematurely.
Rainwood also offers interior renovations. Contact us to discuss your project.
See Our Work in Action
Watch how we transform homes with quality siding installation.
Common Problems We Fix in Woodinville Homes
Cedar failures we see on job sites – almost always moisture-related.
Why Choose Rainwood for Woodinville Siding?
Woodinville siding isn’t a “one-size-fits-all” job. It requires a contractor who understands that a house under a cedar canopy needs to be built differently than a house in a clear-cut subdivision.
- No Sub-Contractor Rotation: You get our core team of installers from day one until the final walkthrough.
- Fixed-Price Contracts: Unless we find hidden rot after the tear-off, the price on the contract is what you pay.
- Focus on Longevity: We’d rather spend an extra day on the flashing than get a callback in two years for a leak.
10+
Years Experience
Great people. Showed up early and stayed late to get the job done. Work was excellent. Price was the best i found after four quotes. Would definitely use this company again.
We hired Rainwood Construction LLC to replace our French doors, and the result was outstanding. We knew going in this was more involved than a standard swap — we switched from inward to outward swinging doors, requiring extra attention to framing, flashing, and weatherproofing to keep everything sealed against water intrusion.Anatoliy was our point of contact and led the project from before to after, making sure the swing change and weatherproofing were planned and executed correctly. Igor and Vitaly handled the on-site installation and did excellent, high-quality work. The whole team was on time, professional, and delivered top-notch results. Can’t recommend them highly enough. 5 stars!
Every member of this crew I've had the pleasure of coming in contact with has been professional, excellent in their skillset, and fast. Pricing was reasonable for the excellent job they did.Last year we hired Rainwood to do plumbing and painting for a job. Both crews did such a great job, were thorough, and the level of detail was fantastic!We liked them so much we recently hired them for a quick job (installing ceiling fans). We messaged on a Wednesday and the job was done by Friday.Will absolutely hire Rainwood again and again for every job we do for our home.
Working with Rainwood Constructions on our house remodel was an excellent experience from start to finish. Their contractors were highly professional, skilled, and attentive to detail, and the quality of their work exceeded our expectations. The team communicated clearly throughout the project and ensured everything was completed on time without compromising quality. We’re extremely happy with the results and would highly recommend them to anyone planning a home remodel.
We had a very good experience with Rainwood Construction LLC and Toli during my brother’s home construction project in Shoreline. The team was professional, communicative, and paid close attention to detail throughout the process. We were especially happy with the quality of the fittings and finishing work, which turned out really well. The project was handled smoothly, and the overall workmanship met our expectations. Would definitely recommend them to others looking for reliable construction services.
We had an excellent experience with them on our sunroom project. The quality of the work was outstanding, they were easy to work with, and they clearly explained each step, the schedule, and key decisions (with various options to help us understand cost) along the way. Communication was solid from start to finish, and the final result looks great. Highly recommend, they are my new go to recommendation when friends ask.
Our Simple Process
Recent cedar siding installation work by Rainwood Construction.
Request a Quote
Call or fill out the form. We'll set up a time to walk the property.
On-Site Assessment
Moisture meter on all elevations, probing at windows and bottom courses. We check existing rain screen detail (or lack of it). Written report – yours to keep.
Clear Scope & Schedule
Cedar species, grade, profile, finish, rain screen spec, labor breakdown. Most cedar re-sides run 8-14 working days – longer than other materials due to back-priming, rain screen build-out, and staining.
Installation
Tear-off, wall repair, WRB, rain screen furring, flashing, siding, trim, stain or seal, cleanup. Walkthrough before closeout.
Ready to Get Started?
Contact us today for a free on-site assessment. We’re here to help protect your home.
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425-750-1025
Email us
Anatoliy@rainwoodconstruction.com
Visit us
12310 Hwy 99, Everett, WA 98204
Hours
Mon-Fri 9:00 am–6:00 pm, Sat 11:00 am–5:00 pm, Sun Closed
FAQ
Most projects run between 10 and 15 working days. The heavy tree cover in Woodinville sometimes makes setup and debris removal a bit slower, but we stick to the timeline provided in your proposal.
Yes. The City of Woodinville and King County require permits for siding replacement to ensure current energy codes and moisture barriers are met. We handle the permit application and coordinate the inspections.
It can – if you don’t manage the airflow. Trees mean more shade and slower drying times. This is why we insist on a “rainscreen” system for Woodinville homes. By creating a physical air gap behind the cedar, we allow it to breathe. Without it, the wood stays damp all winter, which invites moss and eventually rot.
For the best long-term results, we recommend Clear Vertical Grain (CVG). It has the straightest fibers and least amount of movement. If you want a more rustic look, “Select Knotty” is a solid option, but it requires more careful sealing around the knots to prevent bleeding.