Wood Privacy Fence Installation
Cedar privacy fences in 6- and 8-foot heights, built on galvanized steel posts so the line you approve is the line you still have in ten years.
Overview
A wood privacy fence is the default backyard fence across North Dallas, and for good reason: it blocks sightlines completely, suits almost every HOA, and western red cedar weathers well in Texas heat. Where these fences go wrong is underneath: wood posts rot at grade and shallow footings heave in clay. We build the visible part in cedar and the structural part in steel.
We install three privacy styles. Board-on-board overlaps boards so no gaps open as the wood dries. Side-by-side is the economical classic. Shadowbox alternates boards on each side of the rails, so the fence looks finished from both yards, useful where neighbors share the cost.
Styles and options
What's included
- Texas811 utility locate before digging
- Galvanized steel posts set in concrete, 8 ft on center
- Cedar pickets on three rails (four on 8 ft fences)
- Rot board at grade and optional cap-and-trim top
- Removal and haul-off of your old fence, if needed
- Site cleanup and a walk-through when we finish
Specifications
- Heights
- 6'-0" or 8'-0"
- Pickets
- 1x6 western red cedar or pressure-treated pine
- Posts
- 2-3/8" galvanized steel, or 4x4 cedar on request
- Post spacing
- 8'-0" on center
- Footings
- Concrete, depth set by fence height
- Fasteners
- Ring-shank galvanized or stainless nails
What affects your estimate
- Linear footageLonger runs lower the per-foot cost.
- Height8 ft fences need taller posts, deeper footings and a fourth rail.
- StyleBoard-on-board uses roughly a third more pickets than side-by-side.
- Cap and trimAdds a finished top and protects end grain from rain.
- GatesEach walk or drive gate is priced separately on a steel frame.
- RemovalTearing out and hauling an old fence is its own line item.
Common questions
Cedar or pine: which should I choose?
Cedar resists rot and insects naturally and holds its shape better as it dries, which is why most of our privacy fences are cedar. Pressure-treated pine costs less up front and takes stain well, but it is more prone to warping and checking in Texas heat.
Should I stain a new cedar fence?
Yes, but not right away. New cedar needs a few weeks to dry before stain soaks in evenly. We'll tell you when it's ready, and we can stain it for you.
Which side of the fence faces out?
Most HOAs and many cities want the finished side facing the street or neighbor. Board-on-board and shadowbox look good from both sides, which avoids the question.
Can you match my neighbor's existing fence?
Usually. Tell us during the walk and we'll match picket width, height and cap detail as closely as current materials allow.
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Let's walk your property line.
Tell us about the project and we'll schedule a visit. You'll get an itemized written estimate, with no prices guessed online and no pressure.