Austin Texas Fencing

• New fence installation only
• No fence repairs
• No painting or staining services
• Residential, commercial, and farm and ranch projects

Every fence is built around galvanized steel posts set in concrete, regardless of fence material or style. This is specifically to handle Austin-area soil and climate so fences stay plumb long term.

Fence Installation Services

Residential fence installation

New fences for homeowners across Austin and nearby cities, including:

• Cedar and wood privacy fences (board-on-board, vertical privacy, horizontal)
• Decorative and modern horizontal fences
• Picket fences
• Pool fences (built to pool safety code requirements)
• Chain link for yards and dog runs
• Vinyl, aluminum, and composite fences

Commercial fence installation

New fences for businesses, commercial properties, and multifamily sites, including:

• Commercial chain link perimeters (including double-drive and slide gates)
• Ornamental and wrought iron fencing
• Commercial vinyl privacy fencing
• High-security chain link configurations (heavier gauges, smaller mesh, added security details)

Farm and ranch fence installation

New agricultural and rural fencing across Travis, Williamson, Hays, and Bastrop counties, including:

• Barbed wire fencing
• High-tensile fencing
• Woven wire fencing
• Wood board fencing

Fence Types and Materials We Install

Austin Texas Fencing installs most major fence types used in the Austin area, including:

• Cedar and other wood privacy fences (board-on-board, vertical, horizontal, shadowbox)
• Chain link (galvanized and PVC-coated, residential and commercial gauges)
• Iron and wrought iron
• Vinyl
• Aluminum (especially for pool enclosures)
• Composite
• Picket fences
• Pool fences
• Farm and ranch fencing

If a caller asks about a fence material or style not listed here, the business should confirm directly whether they install it.

Where We Work

Austin Texas Fencing serves Austin and surrounding Central Texas cities in Travis, Williamson, Hays, and Bastrop counties.

Cities specifically mentioned on the website include:

• Austin, TX
• Cedar Park, TX
• Round Rock, TX
• Georgetown, TX
• Pflugerville, TX
• Leander, TX
• Kyle, TX
• Buda, TX
• Hutto, TX
• Taylor, TX
• Manor, TX
• Bastrop, TX
• Elgin, TX
• Del Valle, TX

Service area may extend to nearby communities; anyone outside these locations should be directed to contact the business to confirm.

What We Do Not Offer

Based on the website, Austin Texas Fencing does not offer:

• Fence repair services
• Fence painting
• Fence staining

All work is focused on new fence installation.

• Fence material (cedar, chain link, vinyl, aluminum, iron, etc.)
• Linear footage
• Fence height
• Terrain and soil conditions
• Gate quantity and configuration

All pricing is finalised through a free on-site estimate where the company walks the fence line, assesses terrain and soil, reviews any HOA or permit requirements, and then provides a site-specific quote.

Typical Installed Price Ranges (From the Website)

All prices below are per linear foot installed in the Austin area, taken directly from the company's website. Exact quotes always come from a free on-site estimate.

| Fence type / material | Typical installed price range (per linear foot) | | --------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------- | | Cedar privacy fence | $18–$30 per linear foot installed | | Chain link fence (residential) | $10–$18 per linear foot installed | | Vinyl fence | $20–$32 per linear foot installed | | Aluminum fence | $30–$50 per linear foot installed | | Ornamental iron / wrought iron fence | $35–$70+ per linear foot installed | | Commercial chain link (typical commercial) |

Commercial Chain Link – Additional Range

From the commercial fencing page, typical installed pricing for commercial chain link in Austin is:

• $12–$22 per linear foot installed, depending on height, gauge, and gate complexity.

What the Ranges Mean

• These ranges are typical for Austin-area projects as described on the website.
• Actual cost depends on the specific project details: material, height, linear footage, number and type of gates, site access, and terrain.
• Larger perimeter projects may come in toward the lower end of the ranges due to scale efficiencies.

Getting an Exact Price

The website emphasises that every project receives a free on-site estimate with site-specific pricing. Callers who want an exact number should be directed to:

• Request a free estimate through the website form, or
• Call the published phone number for Austin Texas Fencing to schedule an on-site visit.

If a caller asks for a precise total cost or a price for a configuration not listed here, the business should be contacted directly for a formal quote.

Standard Installation Process

1. Free On-Site Estimate

• Visit to the property.
• Walk the fence line and assess terrain and soil conditions.
• Review any HOA guidelines and basic permit requirements.
• Provide a detailed, site-specific quote before scheduling.

2. Permitting and HOA Guidance

• Clarify applicable City of Austin and local ordinance requirements before work is scheduled.
• Help homeowners understand when HOA approval is required and what their community typically expects.
• For many commercial projects, the company handles the permit process with the City of Austin Development Services Department where required.

3. Post Setting

• Power-augered post holes at depths adjusted to the property's soil conditions (Blackland Prairie clay, limestone/caliche, or intermediate conditions).
• Galvanized steel posts set in concrete on every project, regardless of fence material.
• Posts are braced plumb before rails or panels are installed.

4. Rail / Panel / Fabric Installation

• Rails, boards, panels, or chain link fabric installed systematically.
• Alignment checked throughout for level, plumb, and consistent spacing.
• Gates are hung, adjusted, and tested.

5. Cleanup

• All debris and cut material hauled away.
• Job sites are left clean on completion.

Typical Installation Timelines

From the website:

• Most residential fence installations are completed in 1–3 days, depending on project size, material, and terrain.
• Larger residential, commercial, and ranch projects can take longer.
• A specific timeline is provided during the estimate.

Permits and Regulations in Austin

The website outlines general guidelines (not legal advice):

Residential Fences

• Many rear and side yard fences under 6 feet in height do not require a City of Austin permit.
• Front yard fences, corner lots, fences over 6 feet, and properties in floodplains have additional requirements.
• Austin's Safe Fencing ordinance (updated July 2023) affects picket spacing and pool barrier designs for new and significantly replaced fences.

Pool Fences

• Pool enclosures in Austin require a building permit regardless of fence height.
• Pool barriers must comply with Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 757, including:
• Minimum 48-inch height
• Self-latching gate that opens away from the pool
• Maximum 4-inch openings between pickets and between the bottom of the fence and the ground

Austin Texas Fencing states that it builds pool enclosures to code and confirms local Safe Fencing requirements at the estimate.

Commercial Fences

• Most commercial fence installations in Austin require a permit, regardless of height.
• Requirements depend on zoning, proximity to rights-of-way, and site plan details.
• For commercial projects, the company clarifies permit requirements at the estimate and handles permitting in Austin where applicable.

HOA Communities

• Many properties in the Austin area have HOA guidelines that are separate from city permits.
• The company is familiar with common HOA communities in and around Austin and confirms:
• Allowed fence materials (e.g., cedar vs. pressure-treated, aluminum, vinyl)
• Accepted styles (board-on-board, vertical privacy, horizontal, etc.)
• Height limits and finish/color requirements

Homeowners and property managers should confirm final approval with their HOA.

Key FAQs from the Website

Do you do fence repairs?

• No. Austin Texas Fencing focuses exclusively on new fence installation and does not offer repair, staining, or painting services.

What fence materials are recommended for Austin's climate?

Based on the company's explanations:

• Western red cedar is the top recommendation for many residential applications due to its natural rot- and insect-resistant oils and good performance in Austin heat, UV, and clay soil.
• Composite or vinyl are described as excellent long-term, low-maintenance options.
• Aluminum is highlighted as the preferred material for pool enclosures because it does not rust and handles pool moisture and chemicals well.

How long does a typical fence last in Austin?

From the cedar and chain link pages:

• A properly built cedar fence with galvanized steel posts set in concrete is described as typically lasting 15–25 years before the boards need replacement, with posts outlasting the boards.
• A properly installed galvanized chain link fence is described as typically lasting 15–25 years in Austin's climate.
• For heavy commercial chain link, lifespans of 20–30 years are described when installed correctly.

Actual lifespan depends on material, exposure, drainage, and ongoing maintenance.

How quickly do you respond to estimate requests?

• The contact page notes fast responses, often within 24 hours, for estimate requests submitted through the website.

If someone asks about a scenario or policy that is not covered here or on the website (for example, specific warranty terms, financing, or exact permitting for a particular address), they should be directed to contact Austin Texas Fencing directly.

Ask anyway — the agent will say plainly that it is not published rather than guess.