Fence guides for Texas homeowners
Materials, cost, maintenance and repair for fences built to handle North Texas.
Straight answers to the fence questions North Texas homeowners actually search — from the best wood for our heat to repair-vs-replace. When you're ready to build, our fence installation team covers the whole DFW metroplex.
How long does a wood fence last?
Cedar ~15–20 years, treated pine 10–15. What Texas sun and clay do — and how to add years.
Read the guideWood vs. metal fence
Privacy and lower cost vs. security, views, and decades of life. Which fence fits your yard?
Read the guideBest wood for a Texas fence
Cedar is the all-around best for Texas heat and rot resistance. How it compares to pine and redwood.
Read the guideHow to stain or seal a fence
Clean, dry, stain — every 2–4 years. Why sealing beats paint and the best time to do it.
Read the guideHow to fix a leaning fence
Leaning fence? It's almost always a failed post. How to reset or replace it, and when to call.
Read the guideFence repair vs. replacement
Localized damage with sound posts = repair. Widespread rot and leaning = replace. How to decide.
Read the guideBoard-on-board vs. picket
Overlapping boards for gap-free privacy vs. a lower-cost side-by-side fence. Which for your yard?
Read the guideHorizontal vs. vertical fence
Modern horizontal looks vs. traditional vertical durability and lower cost. Which fits your home?
Read the guideHow tall can a fence be in Texas?
Usually 6 ft in back, 3–4 ft in front — but your city code and HOA set the real limits.
Read the guideHow to fix a sagging gate
Gate dragging or won't latch? Anti-sag turnbuckle, hinges, or a leaning post — the fixes in order.
Read the guideChain-link vs. wood fence
Cheapest and low-maintenance vs. private and attractive. Which fence fits the job and budget?
Read the guideVinyl fence pros and cons
Never stain, never rot — but higher upfront cost. Is vinyl fencing worth it in Texas?
Read the guideHow deep should fence posts be?
About 1/3 of the post height — ~2 ft for a 6-ft fence — in concrete. Why depth matters in clay.
Read the guidePool fence requirements in Texas
A 48-inch barrier, self-closing/self-latching gates, no large gaps — the pool-fence safety rules.
Read the guideShared fence rules with neighbors
On the property line, a fence is often shared — who pays, who decides, and how to avoid a dispute.
Read the guideHow to clean a wood fence
Remove mildew and gray with the right cleaner and gentle washing — then dry and stain.
Read the guideWhat affects fence cost?
Material, height, linear feet, style, terrain, gates, removal — the things that move the price.
Read the guideHow to dog-proof a fence
Digging under, jumping over, or squeezing through? The practical fixes for a dog-proof fence.
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