Fence Installation

Aluminum fencing looks like expensive wrought iron but costs less and lasts longer. You get the elegant look without the maintenance headaches or the premium price. Aluminum never rusts. Iron rusts. Steel rusts. Aluminum doesn't. You skip the scraping, priming, and repainting cycle. Hose it off once a year. That's your maintenance. This matters in Wilmington where winter salt and summer humidity attack metal. The strength surprises people. Aluminum fence posts are hollow but

Privacy doesn't happen by accident. You need the right fence in the right place at the right height. Here's how to get real privacy without wasting money on fence you don't need. Start with your sight lines. Stand where neighbors can see into your property. Mark these spots. You need privacy fence here. Walk your yard at different times of day. Morning sun creates different shadows than afternoon sun. You might need coverage in places you didn't expect. Height matters more th

Most homeowners focus on fence style and price. They skip critical steps that prevent problems later. Don't make these common mistakes. Call Dig Safe before any digging. It's free. It's required by law. They mark underground utilities within 72 hours. Electric, gas, water, cable, and phone lines hide under your yard. Hit one and you're liable for damage. You could cause a neighborhood outage. You could get hurt. Call 811 at least three days before work starts. Check your prop

The wrong contractor costs you twice. You pay them. Then you pay someone else to fix their mistakes. Here's how to pick right the first time. Check their license and insurance. Massachusetts requires contractors to be licensed. Ask for their license number. Verify it with the state. Insurance protects you if someone gets hurt on your property. No insurance means you're liable. Get proof of both before you sign anything. Look at their actual work. Photos on a website prove not

Fence installation Dennis costs more than just materials and labor. Hidden expenses catch homeowners off guard. Here's what you really pay and how to plan for it. Materials run $15 to $50 per linear foot depending on what you choose. Chain link sits at the low end. Cedar falls in the middle. Vinyl and ornamental iron cost the most. Multiply your property perimeter by your material cost. That's your baseline. Labor adds another $10 to $30 per linear foot. Complex installations

You can fence your property without hurting the environment. Smart material choices and proper installation protect Cape Cod's ecosystem while protecting your yard. Cedar is the greenest wood option. It grows fast. It's renewable. It biodegrades when you're done with it. No chemicals leach into your soil. Cedar naturally resists rot, so you don't need toxic treatments. When you stain it, use water-based stains. They work just as well as oil-based without the environmental dam

Mixing cedar and vinyl gives you the best of both materials. You get natural beauty where it shows and low maintenance where it matters. Use vinyl posts with cedar boards. Vinyl posts never rot at ground level. That's where wood fails first. Cedar boards give you the natural look you want. This combination lasts longer than all-wood and looks better than all-vinyl. You cut your maintenance time in half. Put cedar in front, vinyl in back. Your street-facing fence shows beautif

Wood fencing gives you more than just a property line. You get natural beauty, customization options, and real value that synthetic materials can't match. Cedar wood looks better than vinyl or metal. The grain patterns are unique. The color is warm. Your fence doesn't look like every other fence in the neighborhood. You can stain it any color you want or let it age naturally to a silver-gray. That's your choice, not a factory's choice. Wood costs less upfront than vinyl. You

You want privacy from neighbors but you don't want to feel boxed in. You can have both. The design matters more than the height. Shadowbox fencing gives you privacy from both sides while letting air through. We alternate boards on each side of the rail. You can't see straight through, but wind passes between the boards. This design looks finished from both sides. Your neighbor doesn't stare at the ugly back of your fence. Lattice tops add privacy where you need it most. Put s

Your fence material determines how long it lasts and how much you spend maintaining it. Pick wrong and you'll repaint, repair, or replace sooner than you want. Cedar costs less upfront than vinyl but needs maintenance. You'll stain or seal it every few years. It looks natural. It smells good. It weathers to gray if you skip the maintenance. Bugs can damage it, but proper treatment helps. Cedar lasts 15 to 20 years with care. Vinyl costs more now but saves you time later. No p

A good fence changes how your home looks from the street. It frames your property, adds structure, and tells people you care about your place. Here's how the right fence boosts curb appeal: It Defines Your Property Lines   A clean fence line makes your yard look intentional. No more guessing where your lawn ends. Everything looks organized and well-kept. It Adds Visual Interest   A plain yard becomes more interesting with a fence. The vertical lines create depth. The material

Your fence should fit your property. Not fight it. Too many homeowners pick a fence style they like, then force it onto their yard. The result? It looks out of place. Or worse, it fails because the design doesn't match the terrain. Here's how to get it right: Look at Your Yard's Shape   Slopes, curves, and uneven ground all affect what fence works best. Chain link flexes with hills. Vinyl panels need level ground or stepped installation. Cedar can be custom-cut to follow natu

You want a fence that lasts. Not one that sags after two winters or falls apart when the wind picks up. That's why hiring professionals matters. Here's what you get when you bring in the pros: 1. They Know the Ground  Wilmington soil can be tricky. Clay, rocks, frost heave—all of it affects how your posts sit. Professionals dig to the right depth and use proper concrete mix. Your fence stays straight and stable. 2. They Get Permits Right  Every town has rules. Setbacks, heigh

You have plenty of fence companies to choose from. So why pick us? Simple. We've been doing this for decades. We know both markets inside and out. We Understand Local Conditions Cape Cod and Wilmington have different challenges. Cape Cod deals with salt air, high winds, and sandy soil. Wilmington faces freeze-thaw cycles, clay soil, and suburban lot sizes. We adjust our installation methods based on where you live. That's not something a national chain or inexperienced contra

You need a fence. But which type? Walk through any Wilmington neighborhood and you'll see three main styles: picket, privacy, and split rail. Each serves a different purpose. Pick the wrong one and you'll regret it. Picket Fences: Classic Curb Appeal Picket fences define your front yard without blocking the view. They're shorter, usually three to four feet tall. Perfect if you want to keep kids or dogs in the yard while maintaining that New England charm. Cedar picket fences

Most homeowners think fence installation is simple. Dig holes, drop posts, attach panels. Done. Then the fence starts leaning after six months. Here's what goes wrong and how to avoid it. Mistake Number One: Ignoring Property Lines You'd be surprised how many people guess where their property ends. Then the survey comes back and the fence is two feet into the neighbor's yard. Always get a survey before you dig. Save yourself the legal headache and the cost of moving everythin

Most people think of a fence as something that just marks a boundary or keeps the dog in the yard. But if you're serious about your Cape Cod property, a fence does much more than that. A well-designed fence ties your whole landscape together. It creates structure, adds privacy, and makes your outdoor space feel like an actual room you want to spend time in. Here's how the right fence improves your landscaping: First, it defines spaces. A fence separates your patio from your g

Getting a new fence installed? Smart move. But if you want the job done right and done fast, you need to prep your yard first. Most people don't realize that a little work upfront saves time, money, and headaches. Here's what you need to do before the crew shows up: First, mark your property lines. You'd be surprised how many people guess where their property ends. Don't guess. Check your deed or hire a surveyor. Installing a fence on your neighbor's property creates legal pr

You just got your new fence installed. Looks great. But here's what most people don't think about: a fence is an investment that needs care. Skip the maintenance, and you'll be replacing boards, fixing posts, or dealing with rot years before you should. Take care of it properly, and your fence will protect your property and look good doing it for decades. Here's how to keep your fence in top shape: First, clean it once or twice a year. Dirt, mold, and mildew build up fast aft

You want to protect your property without turning your home into a prison. Smart security fencing does exactly that. Dennis homeowners...