Frequently Asked Questions

Most residential fences (150–200 linear feet) take 2–3 days from the first post to final cleanup. Larger properties, difficult terrain, or custom iron work may take 4–5 days. We give you a specific timeline during the estimate.

Not for most of the work. We need access to your yard and a brief walkthrough at the start. We'll coordinate gate placement and any last decisions. After that, we work independently and do a final walkthrough with you when the job is complete.

Yes. We pull the permit, submit the plans, and schedule the inspection. McKinney requires permits for all new fence installations. The process typically adds 3–5 business days before we can start work.

Yes. We prepare the fence design drawings, material specifications, and any other documentation your McKinney HOA requires. We submit the package for you and don't order materials until we have written approval.

We remove and haul away the old fence as part of every replacement project. Wood is recycled where possible. Metal goes to scrap. You won't have any debris left in your yard when we're done.

Cedar and composite (Trex) handle McKinney's heat, storms, and humidity best. Cedar has natural resistance to moisture and insects. Trex is virtually weatherproof. Chain link and iron both perform well with proper coating. Treated pine is the least durable in our climate but the most affordable.

Wood board-on-board and Trex Seclusions provide the most privacy — no gaps between boards. Solid vinyl panels also work. If you want partial privacy with airflow, a shadowbox (alternating board) design lets breeze through while blocking most sightlines.

We install cedar, treated pine, Trex composite, galvanized and vinyl-coated chain link, ornamental iron, wrought iron, aluminum, and removable mesh pool barriers. If you need a specific material not listed, let us know — we source from multiple suppliers.

Absolutely. A common setup in McKinney is iron fencing across the front for curb appeal with a wood privacy fence around the backyard. We can tie different materials together cleanly at corners and transitions.

Stain or seal cedar every 2–3 years to protect against UV and moisture. Pressure-treated pine should be stained after the first 6 months of weathering, then every 2 years. Check for loose boards and leaning posts annually, especially after storm season.

Consider replacement when multiple posts are failing (not just one or two), the boards are splitting or rotting across the entire run, or the fence is more than 15 years old with visible structural issues. If the foundation is compromised, patching boards won't solve the underlying problem.

We set posts 36 inches deep in concrete — that's the minimum for McKinney's Blackland Prairie clay soil. The clay expands and contracts with moisture changes, which pushes shallow posts out of plumb. Deeper posts with concrete footings resist that movement.

Clay soil is the main culprit. Blackland Prairie clay swells when it absorbs water and shrinks as it dries. That cycle pushes fence posts sideways over time. Posts set too shallow, without concrete, or in poorly compacted backfill lean fastest. Straight-line winds from spring storms accelerate the problem.

Minimal. Check the powder coating annually for chips or scratches. Touch up any exposed metal with rust-inhibiting paint before corrosion starts. Lubricate gate hinges and latches twice a year. A properly finished iron fence needs less maintenance than wood.