Wood & Privacy Fence Installation Austin, TX 78703

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Austin's fence lines run through some of the toughest ground in Texas. West of the Balcones escarpment, our crews drill into limestone bedrock. East toward the clay belt, we're fighting expansive Blackland soil that heaves and shrinks with every wet-dry cycle, racking fence posts and leaving gates dragging off their hinges.

Since 2015, Austin Fence Contractors has built and repaired fences across Austin and the surrounding areas, including ZIP 78703. We know what happens when a post gets set wrong in clay, how cedar holds up under live oak canopy and summer humidity, and why most leaning fences fail at the post, not the panel. We're here to fix it right, or tell you honestly when repair makes more sense than replacement.

Fencing in Austin (78703)

Austin's ground is split by geology and climate. On the west side, limestone runs shallow and hard. Crews drill deep, set posts in concrete, and work around the live oaks and cedar elms that shade most lots. On the east side, the expansive clay swells in rain and shrinks in drought, heaving fence posts and causing visible lean within a season or two. Add Austin's humidity and you've got untreated wood rotting at the ground line faster than most homeowners expect. The single-family stock here, from bungalows in established neighborhoods to the newer master-planned communities, sits on this same challenging soil. Pool fences are common on upscale properties, and HOA cedar standards mean material and color matter before you ever dig a post hole.

We've been serving Austin and the Austin area since 2015. Our crews are fully insured, and we're members of the American Fence Association. We work from your existing survey and install on the line you identify. For storm damage assessment, we help document what happened so you can file a claim with your insurance company. Final compliance for pool barriers rests with the local authority having jurisdiction.

Our services in Austin

Wood & Privacy Fence Installation in Austin · Cedar privacy fencing in Austin has to handle two different grounds on either…
Vinyl & PVC Fence Installation in Austin · Vinyl fencing across Austin has to stand up to clay that swells and shrinks…
Chain Link Fence Installation in Austin · Chain link fencing around Austin has to handle clay soil east of town and thin…
Aluminum & Ornamental Iron Fencing in Austin · Wrought-iron look aluminum fencing is common on Austin's hillside lots where…
Fence Repair in Austin · Fence repair in Austin usually starts with a post that's worked loose in…
Storm Damage Fence Repair in Austin · A rare hard freeze does more damage to Austin fences than the year's usual heat…
Fence Post Repair & Replacement in Austin · Fence posts in Austin lean for two different reasons depending on which side of…
Gate Installation & Repair in Austin · A gate on an Austin fence line usually sags first where the ground moves most…
Automatic & Driveway Gates in Austin · Automatic driveway gates on Austin's hillside lots need posts set into drilled…
Pool Fence Installation in Austin · A pool fence in Austin has to meet the pool barrier code that applies at your…
Fence Replacement & Removal in Austin · Fence replacement in Austin often starts with pulling out a fence that clay…
Fence Staining & Restoration in Austin · Cedar fences in Austin dry out and crack fast in long droughts…
Commercial & Temporary Fencing in Austin · Commercial and temporary fencing around Austin covers both limestone job sites…
Farm & Ranch Fencing in Austin · Farm and ranch fencing here has to cross both rocky hill country and flat clay…

How a Fence Project Works in Austin

Step one is a free on-site assessment. We come out, look at the existing fence or the space where you want to build, talk through what you need, and explain what the ground and local code will require. We'll ask about your HOA rules if you're in a master-planned community, because height, material, and color are governed by deed restrictions in many Austin neighborhoods. We'll also confirm that a Texas 811 utility locate has been called before any post holes are dug, because that's required by law.

Step two is the work itself. Whether we're setting posts in concrete on limestone or tamping them in clay, spacing them right to prevent racking, and installing board-on-board, side-by-side, or chain link, we work methodically and leave your property clean as we go. Gate installation, post replacement, fence repair, and restoration all follow the same standard. If you've got a leaning fence or storm damage, we assess whether repair holds or replacement is the better spend, and we tell you the difference.

Step three is cleanup and final walkthrough. We haul debris, leave the site clean, and make sure you're satisfied with the work before we leave.

Fence costs in Austin depend on material, ground conditions, and what's already there. Wood and privacy fence typically runs from $32 per linear foot. Vinyl starts around $42 per foot. Chain link is our most affordable option at $19 per foot. Aluminum and ornamental iron run $48 per foot or higher. Fence repair starts at $475, post repair and replacement at $480, and gate installation at $525. Automatic driveway gates begin around $3,200. Storm damage assessment is free, and we provide honest pricing for what needs to happen next. The best way to know what your project will cost is to call us at (737) 237-0592 for a free estimate. Tell us what you're working with, and we'll give you a realistic number based on your ground, your material choice, and Austin code.

✅ AFA Member Installer (American Fence Association), fully insured and bonded for work in Austin and nearby areas.

Why does my fence lean in Austin, and is it the panels or the posts?

Almost every leaning fence in Austin is a post problem, not a panel problem. The expansive clay soil swells when it's wet and shrinks when it's dry, and that heave-and-shrink cycle lifts and racks the posts. If posts are set shallow or tamped without concrete, they'll lean visibly within a season or two. Posts set deep in concrete on solid footing hold much longer. We can assess whether your posts need repair or replacement, or whether the panels themselves are damaged and need to come out too.

Our fence was damaged in a storm. What do we do?

Call us at (737) 237-0592 for a free storm damage assessment. We'll come out, document what happened, photograph the damage, and explain what it will cost to repair or replace. We can help you gather the information your insurance company needs to process a claim. Storm season in Austin runs June through November, but spring storms and derechos can flatten a fence any time of year. We work fast when damage is fresh, and we price honestly without fear-based selling.

How much does it cost to replace a fence in Austin?

Fence replacement depends on the material you choose and how much linear footage you need. Wood and privacy fence runs about $32 per linear foot. Vinyl is around $42 per foot. Chain link is $19 per foot. Aluminum and ornamental iron run $48 per foot or more. A typical backyard privacy fence, say 150 linear feet, could range from $4,800 to $9,600 depending on material. For a precise quote based on your property and your preferences, call us at (737) 237-0592.

Do I need a permit to install a fence in Austin?

Fence permitting rules vary by jurisdiction in the Austin area. Some cities and counties require permits, others don't. Height, setback, and corner-visibility rules also vary. If you're in a master-planned community, your HOA architectural standards will govern height, material, and color before any city rule applies. We recommend checking with your local building department and your HOA, if you have one, before we start work. We know the rules in the neighborhoods we serve, and we'll help you navigate them.

What about HOA approval, and what can I do if my neighbor's tree is hanging over my fence line?

If you're in a master-planned community in Austin, your HOA approves fence material, height, and color before installation. We'll help you work through that process. On property lines and overhanging branches, Texas property law gives you the right to trim branches that cross your fence line, but you cannot trespass on your neighbor's property to do it. If a neighbor's tree is damaging your fence, document the damage and consider a conversation or mediation. A licensed land surveyor can determine your exact property line if there's any doubt. We work from your existing survey and install on the line you identify.

Are you insured to do fence work at my Austin property?

Yes. We are fully insured with general liability and workers' compensation coverage. We can provide a certificate of insurance on request. We're also members of the American Fence Association. That means you're protected if someone is injured on the job or if property is damaged during the work.

My cedar fence is looking gray and weathered. Can it be cleaned and stained instead of replaced?

Yes. Cedar fences in Austin need cleaning and re-staining every two to three years because of the humidity and sun exposure. If the wood is still structurally sound, restoration is much cheaper than replacement. We offer fence staining and restoration starting at $1,050. We'll clean the fence, assess the wood, and apply a quality stain that will protect it and bring the color back. If there's rot at the ground line or major structural damage, we'll tell you whether repair or replacement makes more sense.