Cedar Siding in Portland & Vancouver
Nothing matches real cedar for warmth and grain, and nothing punishes neglect faster in a Northwest winter. Serden Siding installs and restores cedar for homeowners who want the look and understand the upkeep.
Cedar Siding Installation in the Portland Metro
Cedar is the Pacific Northwest’s native siding, and on the right house it is still the best-looking option available. Western red cedar is naturally rot- and insect-resistant, takes stain beautifully, and is light enough to work with tight reveals and custom details that fiber cement simply cannot reproduce. On Craftsman, mid-century, and modern-rustic homes across Portland, cedar is the material the architecture is asking for.
The honest caveat is maintenance. Cedar’s natural resistance protects the wood, not the finish. Our rain and UV cycle will break down a stain or clear seal in three to five years, and once water gets into unsealed end grain, cupping and rot follow. Cedar rewards owners who will re-seal on schedule and frustrates owners who will not — we would rather tell you that at the estimate than have you discover it in year six.
We install cedar in bevel, channel rustic, tongue-and-groove, board-and-batten, and shingle profiles, with back-priming, sealed end cuts, stainless or hot-dipped fasteners that will not bleed, and a rainscreen or furred drainage gap where the assembly calls for it. We also restore existing cedar — replacing failed boards, treating rot, and getting a full re-stain onto sound wood — which is often a fraction of the cost of a full re-side.
Every Cedar Siding Installation Job Includes
- Western red cedar in bevel, channel, T&G, board-and-batten and shingle
- Back-priming and sealed end cuts on every board
- Stainless or hot-dipped fasteners that will not stain the wood
- Rainscreen or furred drainage gap where the assembly requires it
- Cedar restoration: selective board replacement and re-stain
- Dry rot repair and moisture correction before new material goes up
- Honest maintenance schedule in writing so upkeep never surprises you
How We Work
Free Inspection
We walk the whole exterior, take moisture readings, and show you what we found rather than describing it.
Itemized Quote
Materials, labor, repair allowance and disposal broken out line by line, in writing, before anything is booked.
Clean Install
A dedicated crew lead, daily progress updates, and a nail-swept jobsite every evening.
Final Walkthrough
You inspect every elevation with us before final payment, and your workmanship warranty is delivered in writing.
Free On-Site Estimate
No-obligation inspection and a written, itemized quote — plus financing options if you would rather spread the cost. Ask when you call.
Cedar Siding Installation FAQ
How often does cedar siding need to be sealed in Oregon?
Plan on three to five years for stain or clear seal, sooner on south and west elevations that take the most sun. Homes under heavy tree cover often go longer on sun exposure but need more attention to moss and moisture.
Is cedar a bad choice for our rainy climate?
Not at all — it has been used here for a century. It is a bad choice for an owner who will not maintain the finish. Maintained cedar lasts thirty to forty years; neglected cedar can fail in a decade.
Can you restore my existing cedar instead of replacing it?
Often, yes. If the majority of boards are sound and the rot is localized, selective replacement plus a proper re-stain costs far less than a full re-side. We will give you a straight assessment of which makes financial sense.
Cedar or fiber cement?
If you want a stained, natural-wood look and will keep up with sealing, cedar. If you want painted siding and the least maintenance for the money, fiber cement. Many of our clients do both: fiber cement on the main field, cedar shingle or batten as an accent.
Do you install cedar shingle siding?
Yes, in both individual shingles and panelized courses, for full walls, gables, and accent bands.
Cedar Siding Installation Near You
Each city below has its own page with local detail, FAQs, and a direct quote form. Licensed and insured in both Oregon and Washington.
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