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Covered wooden patio with dining table, chairs and grilling area built against a brick wall

Blue Lake Construction

November 13, 2026

6 min.

How Much Does an Outdoor Kitchen Cost in Seattle? 2026 Price Guide

What outdoor kitchens and outdoor living spaces cost in Seattle and the Eastside in 2026 — installed prices for prefab and custom builds, counters and appliances, gas and electrical permits, covered patios, and how to plan the build season.

Black metal electric driveway gate with stone pillars and motorized gate openers installed by Blue Lake Construction in the Seattle area.

Blue Lake Construction

November 13, 2026

6 min.

How Much Does an Electric Driveway Gate Cost in Seattle? 2026 Price Guide

What electric and automatic driveway gates cost in Seattle and the Eastside in 2026 — installed prices by gate type and material, opener and access-control costs, trenching and power, Washington electrical, fence-height and fire-access rules, and swing vs. sliding for sloped driveways.

Timber-frame patio cover under construction over a backyard patio on a Blue Lake Construction jobsite in the Seattle area.

Blue Lake Construction

November 11, 2026

6 min.

How Much Does a Patio Cover Cost in Seattle? 2026 Price Guide

What patio covers, pergolas and louvered roofs cost in Seattle and the Eastside in 2026 — price ranges by cover type, what drives the bid, Seattle and Eastside permit rules, and the best materials for Puget Sound weather.

Open wood framing with plumbing and electrical lines exposed during a Blue Lake Construction structural remodel.

Blue Lake Construction

November 11, 2026

7 min.

How Much Does It Cost to Remove a Load-Bearing Wall in Seattle? 2026 Price Guide

What it costs to remove a load-bearing wall in Seattle and the Eastside in 2026 — engineer fees, permits, LVL vs. steel beams, single- vs. two-story prices, hidden plumbing and electrical costs, and how long the job takes.

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