Siding, Roofing, Windows & Decks in White Center, WA

King County assessor records put the median build year of White Center’s 2,814 single-family homes at 1954, which means half of the houses here were standing before the mid-1950s. Builders Service Company replaces siding, roofing and windows and builds decks for homeowners across unincorporated King County. The sections below cover what local housing data says about these houses, which materials suit these houses, and what each project involves. Every recommendation is made on site, during a free in-home consultation where we look at your walls, roof and windows before suggesting anything.

Homes in White Center: what’s on them now

Two data sources describe local housing differently, and both matter. Census data covers all 6,034 housing units, including apartments and townhomes. It puts the median year built at 1977, with the largest era, 2000 or later, at 32%, followed by 1950 to 1979 at 27%, before 1950 at 24% and 1980 to 1999 at 17%. Detached houses make up 56% of units, apartments 23%, attached homes 20% and mobile homes 1%.

King County assessor records for the 2,814 single-family homes show an older picture: a median build year of 1954, with 38% built before 1950, 33% from 1950 to 1979, 5% from 1980 to 1999 and 23% since 2000. The median house is 1,490 square feet. Assessors rate 19% in good or very good condition, and 7% are recorded as renovated.

The plats follow the same pattern. Oak Park Add has a median build year of 1942, Evergreen Heights Add 1948 and Regal Heights Add 1958. Greenbridge is the exception, with a median of 2024.

For exteriors, that history matters. Pre-1950 houses likely still have original wood lap siding, possible lead paint and single-pane or early windows. Houses from 1950 to 1979 tend to have cedar or T1-11 siding and aluminum or early vinyl windows. Because White Center is unincorporated, King County is the permit authority for exterior work.

Siding in White Center

King County assessor records show 33% of single-family homes here were built from 1950 to 1979. Houses from those years often still have cedar, T1-11 or asbestos-cement shingles, and asbestos-cement may contain asbestos and should be tested before removal. Puget Sound rain also leaves moss and rot on north-facing walls. The siding types we usually recommend share one advantage there: none of them is wood.

• Vinyl siding is the most versatile and least expensive option. Home values here run about 30% below the King County median, and vinyl is the durable, cost-effective choice to weigh first, particularly on a house near the local median of 1,490 square feet.
• Evergreen Shield Siding System is our insulated composite siding, designed for the Pacific Northwest. Its composite panels are built for water resistance through long wet seasons, humidity, mold and mildew. Census data shows 63% of homes heat with electricity, so its insulating graphite membrane earns its place: it rates R-2.0, compared with R-0.61 for standard vinyl siding.
• Metal siding is the third type we install, for owners who want a different profile and finish.
• Stacked stone and stone veneer work as accents on wainscots, entries, columns and chimneys, alongside the siding above. Assessor records show only 3% of single-family homes have any brick or stone exterior, so a stone base course stands out on the street.

The best option for your house is discussed during the free in-home consultation, after we see what is on the walls now. Learn more about siding replacement in White Center.

Roofing in White Center

Roofing in White Center starts with the weather. Puget Sound rain keeps shaded and north-facing roof planes damp, and moss takes hold there first. A replacement is the time to get the details right: attic ventilation, a full underlayment, new flashing at walls, valleys and roof penetrations, and a plan for keeping moss off the new surface.

We install two roofing systems and give them equal weight:

• Asphalt shingle roofing, the familiar choice for pitched roofs on houses from every era.
• EDCO metal roofing, which sheds rain quickly and gives moss less to hold onto.

If your house still has cedar shakes softened by moss and rot, either system replaces them.

Age shapes the job. Census data shows 24% of homes here were built before 1950. On houses that old, the current roof may sit over earlier layers, and the roof deck underneath needs checking once the old material comes off. King County assessor records also show 26% of single-family homes have two or more stories, which means more staging and more care at gutters and roof edges.

Wildfire risk here is rated moderate, at the 64th percentile in Washington. That is below the range where a fire-rated roof assembly drives the decision, so the choice between shingles and metal usually comes down to appearance, budget and upkeep. We talk through both during the free in-home consultation. Read more about roof replacement in White Center.

Windows in White Center

King County assessor records show 38% of single-family homes here were built before 1950, and houses from that era likely still have single-pane or early windows. Homes built from 1950 to 1979 tend to have aluminum or early vinyl frames. On houses this age, a window project usually means replacing single-pane glass and aluminum frames.

We install Preservation 9000 vinyl replacement windows, and we are the exclusive provider of Preservation 9000 windows in Washington. Heating adds to the case. Census data shows 63% of homes heat with electricity, 4% with oil and 2% with propane, and efficient windows pay back more where heating is costly. Electric service comes from Seattle City Light, so check with Seattle City Light for current programs before you order.

Styles are matched to the house:

• Sliders and casements for upper floors and tight eaves. Assessor records show 26% of single-family homes have two or more stories.
• Casement, awning and hopper windows for ventilation in kitchens and baths.
• Double-hung windows for a traditional profile.
• Picture, garden, bay and bow windows, plus custom shapes, where you want more light.

We measure every opening and recommend styles during the free in-home consultation. See our page on window replacement in White Center.

Decks in White Center

Decks are already common on local houses: King County assessor records show 39% of single-family homes have one, with a median size of 170 square feet. Census data shows 55% of homes are owner-occupied, and long-term owners are the ones most likely to invest in an outdoor space they will use for years.

Rain and shade are hard on wood in the Puget Sound region. We build with three materials:

• Composite decking resists rot and needs no staining, a good fit for shaded or damp yards.
• Vinyl decking also resists rot and skips the staining.
• Wood decking gives a natural look at a lower starting point, with regular sealing to keep water out.

In a wet climate, plan for slip resistance on the walking surface and for drainage, so water does not sit on the boards, against the framing or against the house. Moss grows on surfaces that stay damp, so placement and airflow under the deck matter too.

We review the site, size and material with you during the free in-home consultation. Start planning your deck building in White Center project.

Get a free in-home consultation

Schedule a free in-home consultation and we will look at your siding, roof, windows or deck in person and talk through options that fit your house. Our work carries a lifetime warranty, financing is available, and we offer discounts for seniors, active military, veterans and first responders. Call our Seattle office at 206-430-1927 or contact us online.