Exterior Repair in Shoreline, WA
Rot repair, decks, siding and exterior repair for Shoreline homes, done by our own crew.
Before
AfterCorner rebuilt, sided and painted
Homes in Shoreline
Shoreline is mostly a postwar city. Neighborhoods like Ridgecrest, Briarcrest, Parkwood and Meridian Park filled in during the 1950s and 60s with ramblers, split-levels and daylight basement homes on generous lots. Many still have original cedar or hardboard lap siding, single-pane windows long since replaced without new flashing, and attached decks added in the 70s or 80s. Richmond Beach and Innis Arden have larger custom homes, some with view decks toward Puget Sound. Newer townhomes and apartments are rising near the light rail stations and along Aurora Avenue, which brings modern siding systems into a city of mostly older houses.
Shoreline’s west side faces Puget Sound, and storms coming down the Sound drive rain hard into west and south walls near Richmond Beach and Innis Arden. Inland, the challenge is shade and damp rather than wind. Mature evergreens, ravines along Boeing Creek and Thornton Creek, and wet winters keep decks and lower siding damp for months. Low-slope roofs on 1950s ramblers shed water close to the walls, and short eaves give siding little protection from steady rain.
Richmond Beach and Innis Arden sit on bluffs above the Sound, so wind exposure and salt air wear down paint, flashing and deck railings fastest there. Ridgecrest and North City are flatter and more suburban, with rot driven by age and short eaves. Echo Lake and Ballinger-area streets near Lake Ballinger see more morning dampness. Lots bordering Shoreview Park and the Boeing Creek ravine stay shaded and mossy, especially on north-facing walls.
Our services in Shoreline
Rot repair in Shoreline
We find where the water gets in, cut out every soft spot and rebuild it so it stays dry.
Learn moreDeck contractor in Shoreline
Repairs, rebuilds and new composite decks, built on solid framing with the flashing done right.
Learn moreSiding repair in Shoreline
Siding repair and replacement with the house wrap and flashing done right behind it.
Learn moreStructural repair in Shoreline
Rotted posts, beams, joists and sill plates replaced and reinforced, with shoring when needed.
Learn moreWaterproofing in Shoreline
Walkable waterproof coatings, slope fixes and flashing that keep water out of your walls and ceilings.
Learn moreWindow & trim repair in Shoreline
Rotted sills, jambs and trim replaced, with flashing so the water stops getting in.
Learn moreChimney chase repair in Shoreline
Rotted wood-framed chimney chases rebuilt, sided and flashed so they stay dry.
Learn moreFascia & soffit repair in Shoreline
Rotted fascia, soffits and rafter tails replaced, with drip edge so the roof edge stays dry.
Learn moreBalcony & porch repair in Shoreline
Rotted balconies, porches, columns and railings rebuilt safely and waterproofed.
Learn moreWhat we fix most in Shoreline homes
Window, Door & Trim Repair
Rotted sills, jambs and trim replaced, with flashing so the water stops getting in. In Shoreline, that usually means sills, jambs and trim around windows and doors are the first wood to go soft.
Dry Rot Repair
We find where the water gets in, cut out every soft spot and rebuild it so it stays dry. In Shoreline, that usually means small paint cracks turn into soft, spongy wood behind the paint.
Structural Repair
Rotted posts, beams, joists and sill plates replaced and reinforced, with shoring when needed. In Shoreline, that usually means rot that started in siding or a deck reaches posts, beams and sill plates.
Every visit starts with a free inspection: we probe the wood, check moisture, photograph what we find and give you a written price before any work starts. Simple like-for-like repairs often don’t need a permit in Shoreline, while structural work, new decks, and larger siding or window replacements usually do. Permits are issued by the City of Shoreline. We check with the City of Shoreline before starting so the scope, the paperwork and the inspections are all lined up.
Where we work in Shoreline
Typical repair costs in Shoreline
| Service | Smaller jobs | Larger jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Rot Repair | $600 – $1,800 | $15,000+ |
| Deck Repair & New Decks | $1,500 – $5,000 | $38,000 – $70,000+ |
| Siding Repair & Replacement | $800 – $3,000 | $30,000 – $65,000+ |
| Structural Repair | $1,500 – $5,000 | $15,000 – $35,000+ |
| Deck Waterproofing & Flashing | $600 – $2,500 | $12,000 – $30,000+ |
| Window, Door & Trim Repair | $500 – $1,500 | $10,000 – $25,000+ |
| Chimney Chase Repair | $800 – $2,500 | $10,000 – $22,000 |
| Fascia & Soffit Repair | $500 – $1,500 | $7,000 – $18,000 |
| Balcony & Porch Repair | $1,500 – $4,500 | $15,000 – $40,000+ |
Typical 2026 ranges for Shoreline homes. The real number depends on what we find once the area is open. Every estimate is free, written and based on an on-site inspection with photos.
A year-round checklist for Shoreline homes
Fall
- Clean gutters and downspouts before the first big storms
- Check deck boards, railings and stairs before they get slick
- Look over window sills and trim for cracked paint
Winter
- Watch for stains on ceilings under decks and balconies
- Note any spots where water pools against the house
- Check that downspouts drain away from the foundation
Spring
- Walk the house and press trim, sills and corners for soft spots
- Wash moss off siding, decks and roofs gently
- Book repairs early: summer schedules fill fast
Summer
- Repaint and recaulk while the wood is dry
- Reseal wood decks and recoat balcony surfaces
- Replace rotted wood before the rain comes back
Shoreline gets the same long wet season as the rest of the region, so most exterior damage builds slowly from October to May. A short walk around the house each season catches problems while they are still small.
From first call to finished repair
Probe and document
We test soft areas with an awl and a moisture meter and photograph everything before we quote.
Find the leak
We trace where the water comes from, so the repair fixes the cause, not just the wood.
Cut out all the rot
Damaged siding, sheathing and framing come out back to solid, dry wood.
Rebuild and flash
New framing and sheathing, house wrap, and the flashing that was missing.
Backed by a 24-month workmanship warranty
Written scope
You know exactly what is included before work starts, with photos of what we found.
Our own crew
The people who quote your job are the people who do it, start to finish.
Clean site daily
Debris is hauled away and your yard is left the way we found it.
24 months covered
If our workmanship fails within two years, we come back and make it right.
What homeowners say
“This concerns the work of a company hired to fix some troublesome spots on our home. They were able to rebuild and refinish a window frame that had deteriorated from weather damage over the years. They did an excellent job. That one fix made the house look…”
“Very professional, quick to respond, and able to schedule the work on short notice they treated our home and deck with care and did an excellent job. I would definitely hire them again for a future project.”
“I hired Eco Home Repair to fix my front steps and landing, which had become badly rotted and unsafe. Alex was fantastic to work with from start to finish with great communication, clear expectations, and always responsive. The project included decking…”
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Questions from Shoreline homeowners
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Why is the siding rotting at the bottom of my Shoreline rambler?
Do you repair view decks in Richmond Beach and Innis Arden?
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- Licensed, bonded & insured
- Free on-site estimates
- 24-month workmanship warranty
Get a free estimate in Shoreline
We inspect the damage on-site, show you photos and give you a written price before any work starts.