by Austin Fence Contractor | Jul 15, 2026 | Fence Installation Tips
A little prep makes fence installation day go smoothly. Clear the fence line, move sprinklers and plants out of the way, have utilities marked, confirm your property line, permit, and HOA approval, plan where gates go, and give your neighbors a heads-up. Get these...
by Austin Fence Contractor | Jul 12, 2026 | Fence Installation Tips
Choosing a fence stain color comes down to a few things: matching your home and yard, picking a shade that holds up in our strong sun, and deciding how much of the wood grain you want to show. Natural and light tones show off the grain, while darker stains last longer...
by Austin Fence Contractor | Jul 11, 2026 | Fence Installation Tips
Fencing in the Hill Country comes with a few twists: rocky limestone ground that’s tough to dig, slopes that need special framing, and views a lot of folks want to keep. It’s very doable, it just takes the right tools and a plan built for the terrain. A...
by Austin Fence Contractor | Jul 9, 2026 | Fence Installation Tips
A cedar fence in Austin usually lasts about 15 to 20 years, and a well-cared-for one can go even longer. Cedar handles our heat, bugs, and rot better than most woods, which is why it’s so popular here. How long yours lasts comes down to how it was built, the...
by Austin Fence Contractor | Jul 8, 2026 | Fence Installation Tips
Not always, but a survey is often a smart move before building a fence. It shows exactly where your property line falls, so your fence goes on your land and not your neighbor’s. If you’re not sure where your line is, a survey can save you from an expensive...
by Austin Fence Contractor | Jul 8, 2026 | Fence Installation Tips
The truth is, you can install a fence in Austin almost any time of year. Our mild winters mean crews work through them. That said, late fall and winter are often the smoothest, with cooler weather and shorter waits. Spring is the busiest. The real key isn’t the...
