by Austin Fence Contractor | Jul 10, 2026 | Home Improvement
Fence height limits aren’t the same across the Austin area. Most cities cap back-yard fences around 6 to 8 feet and keep front-yard fences lower, but the exact numbers and the corner-lot rules shift from town to town. Before you build, it’s worth checking...
by Austin Fence Contractor | Jul 10, 2026 | Home Improvement
Planning a fence is easier when you take it step by step. Start with your goal, set a rough budget, pick a material, check your property line and the local rules, then hire a good crew. Nail down those pieces in order and the whole project runs smoothly, with no...
by Austin Fence Contractor | Jul 10, 2026 | Home Improvement
If the fence is yours alone, your neighbor shouldn’t attach things to it without asking you first. It’s your property. If it’s a shared fence right on the line, bigger additions should be agreed on together. Either way, hanging heavy items can damage...
by Austin Fence Contractor | Jul 9, 2026 | Home Improvement
The best fences for Austin’s heat and drought are ones that resist warping, fading, and cracking in the sun, and that handle our shifting dry soil. Cedar, vinyl, and metal all do well for different reasons. What matters just as much as the material is deep,...
by Austin Fence Contractor | Jul 8, 2026 | Home Improvement
It depends. A simple fence permit in Austin can move quickly, sometimes in a matter of days, while others take longer if the city is busy or the application needs extra review. The good news is we work with permit partners who handle the paperwork and keep things...
by Austin Fence Contractor | Jul 7, 2026 | Home Improvement
Horizontal fences give a clean, modern look that fits a lot of Austin homes. The boards run side to side instead of up and down, which reads as sleek and current. You can go for tight boards, a small gap between them, or mixed widths. They pair well with cedar and...
