Fence options

What kind of fence actually makes sense?

The honest answer: it depends on your yard, your budget, your dogs, and what you're trying to block or show off. Here's a straightforward breakdown of each fence I install — no hard sell.

Wood Fencing
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Wood Fencing

Wood is what most North Georgia properties are built around. I build it three ways: full privacy for backyards and pool areas, 3 board for a clean open line, and 4 board where the fence needs more weight and presence. Pressure-treated pine or cedar, set on posts sized for your soil, slope, and frost line.

PrivacyHigh
MaintenanceMedium
Lifespan15-20 years

Best uses

Backyards · Privacy from neighbors · 3 board and 4 board property lines · Pet and kid containment · Pool-adjacent screening

Pros

  • Full privacy
  • Natural wood look
  • Easy to repair board-by-board
  • Stains to any tone

Things to consider

  • Needs occasional staining/sealing
  • Wood moves with weather
  • Heavier on posts

Styles & colors

Natural cedarTreated pineCharcoal stainWalnut stainBoard-on-board
Aluminum Fencing
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Aluminum Fencing

Clean lines, spear or flat tops, and a powder-coat finish that doesn't rust. Great for front yards, pools, and properties that want a boundary without blocking the view.

PrivacyLow
MaintenanceLow
Lifespan25-30 years

Best uses

Pool enclosures · Front yards · HOA-friendly boundaries · Decorative edges

Pros

  • Rust-resistant
  • Low maintenance
  • Elegant, open look
  • Meets pool code

Things to consider

  • Not a privacy fence
  • More expensive upfront

Styles & colors

BlackBronzeWhiteSpear topsFlat tops
Chain Link Fencing
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Chain Link Fencing

The practical pick for big properties, back boundaries, and pet runs. Galvanized or color-coated, with optional privacy slats if you want to close it in.

PrivacyLow
MaintenanceLow
Lifespan20-25 years

Best uses

Large properties · Pet runs · Back boundaries · Security

Pros

  • Affordable
  • Tough and long-lasting
  • Low maintenance
  • Handles uneven terrain

Things to consider

  • No privacy without slats
  • Industrial look

Styles & colors

GalvanizedBlack coatedGreen coatedPrivacy slats
Vinyl Fencing
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Vinyl Fencing

Won't rot, warp, or need painting. Vinyl gives a crisp, clean look that holds up to North Georgia weather with a hose-down now and then.

PrivacyHigh
MaintenanceLow
Lifespan25-30 years

Best uses

Privacy · Low-maintenance yards · Pool and patio areas

Pros

  • No painting or staining
  • Won't rot or warp
  • Easy to clean
  • Crisp modern look

Things to consider

  • Higher upfront cost
  • Can crack on impact
  • Limited color options

Styles & colors

WhiteTanGrayLattice topSolid privacy
Farm & Agricultural Fencing
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Farm & Agricultural Fencing

Built for livestock, fields, and big North Georgia acreage. Post-and-rail, woven wire, or board fencing that holds up to animals and weather.

PrivacyLow
MaintenanceMedium
Lifespan15-25 years

Best uses

Pastures · Livestock containment · Property lines · Garden protection

Pros

  • Cost-effective for large areas
  • Tough on terrain
  • Customizable to livestock

Things to consider

  • Not a privacy fence
  • Wire needs occasional tightening

Styles & colors

Cedar railTreated postGalvanized wireBoard
Decorative / Picket Fencing
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Decorative / Picket Fencing

The friendly face of a front yard. Picket fencing defines a boundary and adds curb appeal without walling the house off from the street.

PrivacyLow
MaintenanceMedium
Lifespan15-20 years

Best uses

Front yards · Garden borders · Curb appeal

Pros

  • Classic, welcoming look
  • Defines space without closing it off
  • Customizable heights and tops

Things to consider

  • Not for privacy
  • Wood needs upkeep

Styles & colors

WhiteNaturalCharcoalPointed or round tops
Gates
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Gates

A fence is only as good as its gate. We build and install walk gates, single and double driveway gates, and automated options that match your fence line.

PrivacyVaries
MaintenanceLow
Lifespan15-25 years

Best uses

Driveway access · Walk entries · Automated entry · Matching existing fence

Pros

  • Built to match your fence
  • Hardware that lasts
  • Automation available

Things to consider

  • Automation adds cost
  • Larger gates need solid posts

Styles & colors

WoodAluminumSteelAutomatedManual
Custom Fence Projects
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Custom Fence Projects

Have a tricky property, a unique design in mind, or a mix of materials? That's our kind of project. Tell us what you're thinking and we'll make it happen.

PrivacyVaries
MaintenanceVaries
LifespanVaries

Best uses

Mixed-material fences · Difficult terrain · Unique designs · Matching existing features

Pros

  • Built to your spec
  • Handles tricky terrain
  • Mix materials and styles

Things to consider

  • Custom = custom pricing
  • Needs a site visit to quote

Styles & colors

Wood + aluminumStained + mixedCustom designs