Fence Installation, Repair, and Replacement Across the Austin Metro
Since 2008, we’ve built, repaired, and replaced fences across the Austin metro, and 18 years in one market have taught us that no two neighborhoods fence the same way. What works in a flat, protected backyard doesn’t hold up on an exposed hillside, and a fence line that’s stood for forty years rarely sits exactly where the survey says it should. The ground under a Hyde Park backyard behaves nothing like the ground on a hillside lot in West Lake Hills, and an older East Austin property line hides surprises that a new subdivision never will. We’re Austin Fence Company; we’re fully insured; we carry a 1-year workmanship warranty in writing on every installation, and we’ve earned 134 five-star Google reviews doing this work the right way. Call (512) 900-5735 for a free estimate, and we’ll walk your property before we quote a thing.
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We handle the full range of residential and commercial fencing across Central Texas. Whatever your property needs- a new privacy fence, a repair after a storm, a full replacement of an aging fence, or a custom gate- we build it to hold up to Austin ground and Austin weather. Below are the services and fence types we install most, each with its own page if you want the details.
We install wood and cedar privacy fencing, the most popular choice across the metro; ornamental iron and wrought iron for a finished, secure look; chain link fencing for practical residential and commercial boundaries; and modern horizontal designs popular in newer builds. We also install custom gates and automated entry systems as part of a fence project or on their own.
Each material earns its place for different reasons. Cedar and wood privacy fences give you a solid, classic look and full privacy, and cedar’s natural resistance to rot and insects suits Central Texas conditions. Iron and wrought iron fencing for Austin homes offers security and a finished, upscale appearance that holds up for decades with a powder-coated finish. Chain link remains the most cost-effective way to secure a boundary, whether it’s a backyard for pets and kids or a commercial yard that needs a clear perimeter. Horizontal fences bring a modern, contemporary line that’s become popular in Mueller, East Austin, and new construction across the metro. And when a property needs controlled access, we build and hang gates, from a simple walk gate to a fully automated driveway entry, to handle daily use for years. During your free estimate, we’ll talk through which of these fits your property, your budget, and the look you’re after.
For homeowners across Austin, a fence is about privacy, security, and how your yard looks and lives. We design and install fences that balance all three, and we scope every job to the specific property rather than quoting a one-size fence. The material you choose, the slope of your yard, your HOA’s rules, and what’s underground all shape how we build. We handle that thinking up front so the fence that goes in is the fence that lasts. See our residential fence installation page for how we approach home projects across the metro. In the older, tree-heavy parts of town, we work around mature roots, tight side yards, and decades-old property lines, while in newer subdivisions the questions shift to HOA approvals and matching the neighborhood style. From cedar and wood privacy to ornamental iron and low-maintenance options, we help you pick the material that fits your property, your budget, and how long you want it to stand.
Commercial fence work runs on different rails than residential. We coordinate with property managers, keep a business open while we work, adhere to a tighter schedule, and ensure every foot meets code. Apartment communities, warehouses, retail centers, schools, and construction sites each come with their own security needs and timelines, and we’ve done enough of each to plan around the complications before they show up. Our commercial fence installation page covers how we handle security, access control, and downtime. We also coordinate the approval process that commercial jobs almost always entail, from municipal permits to property-management sign-off to HOA common-area review, and we handle them before the crew mobilizes so the schedule holds. Whether it is chain-link security fencing for a construction site, ornamental steel for a retail frontage, or screening for an apartment community, we match the fence to how the property is used and the level of security it requires.
Not every fence problem needs a full replacement. A leaning section, a broken gate, a few posts pushed out of line after a storm- those we can often repair, which saves you the cost of a whole new fence. We’re honest about what needs fixing versus what needs replacing, because a repair that only buys you a season doesn’t do you any favors. Fence repair is one of the things we’re known for across the metro, and it’s often the fastest way to get a fence safe and square again. We start by looking at why the fence failed, because a post leaning from soil movement in East Austin clay needs a different fix than one that simply rotted at the base. When a fence has good bones and a localized problem, a targeted repair keeps it safe, square, and doing its job for years without the cost of starting over.
When a fence has reached the end of its life- rotted posts, failing panels, damage beyond a spot repair- we handle the full replacement. That means removing the old fence, preparing the site, and installing a new one built to last, with the same attention to soil, slope, and setback we’d give a brand-new installation. In older parts of Austin especially, we don’t assume the old fence sat exactly on the property line just because it’s been there for decades; we check before we rebuild. Replacement is also the right moment to reconsider the fence itself: a taller privacy fence, a different material, a better gate layout, or a fresh stain that fits your home. We remove and haul off the old fence, properly prepare the site, and set the new posts in the ground so the finished fence is straight, correctly placed, and built to last.
Our Installation Process
Every project starts with a free on-site estimate. We walk the property, take measurements, talk through materials and any HOA or permit questions, and give you a detailed written quote with no pressure. Once you approve, our trained crew handles everything from setting posts to hanging custom gates and automated entry, and we don’t consider a job done until the fence is square, solid, and clean. Our permit partners handle all project permitting, so approvals don’t stall your schedule. Every installation carries our 1-year workmanship warranty in writing at no additional cost. We keep you informed at each stage, and we leave the site clean when we finish, because a fence project shouldn’t leave your yard worse than we found it. If questions come up mid-project, and on older properties they sometimes do, we talk them through with you rather than making the call on our own.
Central Austin Fence Services
Central Austin is where we see the most older homes and existing fences that have already been repaired or replaced more than once. In neighborhoods like Hyde Park, Allandale, and Crestview, we’re usually working around mature trees, established plantings, narrow side yards, and older property lines. When we tear down an old fence, we don’t assume it was installed exactly on the boundary, especially if it’s been there for decades. Wood privacy fencing is very common here, and replacement work is more common than building a brand-new fence. Access can be tighter too; sometimes we can’t get equipment right up to the fence line, so more of the removal and digging is handled from inside the yard. Central Austin isn’t as consistently rocky as the west side; what usually makes these jobs different is the property’s age and everything that’s accumulated around the fence over the years. Because so much of the work here is replacement rather than new construction, we spend real time on the removal and the site prep, clearing old concrete footings, working around sheds and plantings, and protecting the trees and root systems that give these neighborhoods their character. Getting a clean, straight new fence in a mature Central Austin yard is as much about careful demolition as it is about the build.
South Austin Fence Services
South Austin is mixed, because you’re covering everything from older established neighborhoods to newer development the farther south you go. Around Sunset Valley and the older parts of South Austin, we do a fair amount of replacement work. Toward Shady Hollow and Manchaca, you start seeing more HOA requirements and newer fences. The ground changes too; some properties allow relatively normal digging, while others encounter harder material and limestone, and we’ve had fence lines where the digging shifts from one part of the property to another. Wood privacy fencing is still what we encounter most on residential lots. In HOA neighborhoods, we settle approved height, style, materials, and placement before materials are ordered, because it’s far better to have those questions answered up front than to find out after the fence is built that the HOA wanted something different. Because South Austin spans so much ground, we treat each job on its own terms rather than assuming a Sunset Valley replacement and a Shady Hollow new build call for the same approach. On the HOA side, we handle the approval paperwork before we order materials, and on the soil side, we plan for digging that can change partway down a single fence line.
East Austin Fence Services
Its mix of old and new defines East Austin. You can have an aging fence on an older property with a new build or redevelopment right beside it. Mueller is newer and more controlled, while Windsor Park and the older East Austin neighborhoods have more variation, and the farther east you go, the more new development you find. Soil is one of the things we watch closely here; compared with West Austin, we’re more likely to be dealing with clay than shallow limestone, and clay moves. A fence can be perfectly straight the day it’s installed, but the posts still have to handle seasonal movement over time, so we set the footings with that in mind. We also look closely at the fence line in older areas because redevelopment, additions, and fences added over the years can make it a bad idea to assume the existing fence marks the exact boundary. On newer East Austin construction and commercial redevelopment, the work is often about getting a fence in that matches a modern build and holds up in clay, while on the older lots it is about respecting an established property line and the fences already around it. That range is exactly why we scope each East Austin job individually rather than quoting from a template.
West Austin Fence Services
West Austin is where we expect rock to play a bigger role in the job. Around West Lake Hills, Bee Cave, and River Place, limestone and caliche at post depth aren’t unusual; sometimes we get through the upper soil easily, only to hit hard material right where we need more depth. Rock isn’t the only factor. These properties often have steep grades, retaining walls, drainage paths, greenbelt exposure, and far more wind exposure than a fence tucked among neighboring houses. A six-foot privacy fence on an exposed hillside behaves differently from the same fence on a protected interior lot. There are also many HOA-controlled communities on the west side, so material, style, height, and placement may already be set by the neighborhood, and we get that approval sorted before installation. West Austin is one area where we really prefer to see the property first; two houses close together can have completely different digging, access, drainage, and slope. On the steepest lots, we use stepped fence designs that follow the grade while keeping each section level, and we plan for drainage and wind rather than fighting them after the fact. When rock slows the digging, that is simply part of a West Austin job, and pricing and scheduling that honestly up front beats a surprise once the crew hits caliche.
Built for Austin Weather
Austin weather shapes fence work more than most people expect. Our summers push past 100 degrees with intense UV that fades and dries out untreated wood, and long droughts bake the clay soil east of I-35 rock-hard, which changes how we dig even where there’s no limestone. Then the storms roll through, and every spring we see fences that lost posts or panels to high winds, especially on exposed lots out west. We build with all of that in mind, from the materials we recommend to how deep and how solid we set the posts. A fence in Austin has to stand up to heat, drought, sudden storms, and shifting ground, sometimes all in the same year, and 18 years here has taught us how to build one that does.
Why Austin Trusts Us
Choosing a fence company is about more than hiring a crew with tools. We’re locally owned and operated; we’ve been serving the Austin metro for 18 years, and we understand the local regulations, HOA requirements, and neighborhood styles that shape every job. We stand behind every installation, and we’ve earned 134 five-star Google reviews and a BBB A+ rating along the way. From the first consultation to the final walk-through, we keep the process honest, transparent, and efficient.
Serving the Austin Metro
Beyond Austin proper, we serve homeowners and businesses throughout the surrounding metro area, including Kyle, Buda, Dripping Springs, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Manor, Bee Cave, Sunset Valley, Manchaca, and Mountain City. Wherever your property sits, we bring the same local knowledge of soil, slope, and neighborhood rules to the job. Call (512) 900-5735 or request a free estimate online, and we’ll walk your property. Each of these communities has its own mix of soil, HOA rules, and common fence styles, and we bring that local knowledge to every job rather than treating a Buda job and a Georgetown job as the same. If you don’t see your neighborhood listed, call us anyway; we serve the whole Austin metro.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a fence cost in Austin?
Cost depends on the fence type, length, material, and your property’s conditions; a run through limestone takes more work than easy digging. We give a detailed written quote after a free on-site visit, so you get a real number for your project rather than a guess. See our fence cost guide for how pricing works by material.
Do I need a permit to build a fence in Austin?
Often, yes, depending on height, location, and your zoning. Requirements differ between the City of Austin and the surrounding municipalities. Our permit partners handle applications for your jurisdiction, so approvals don’t delay your project.
Do you handle HOA fence approvals?
Yes. Many Austin-area communities require approval of height, materials, stain color, and placement before work starts. We help settle those questions up front, because it’s far easier to clear the HOA before the crew arrives than to fix a problem after the fence is in.
How does Austin soil affect my fence?
A lot. West of town, we’re often drilling through limestone and caliche rather than digging. East of I-35, the expansive clay shifts with the seasons, so posts have to be set to handle that movement. We scope every job to the ground on your property.
What's the most popular fence material in Austin?
Wood privacy fencing, usually cedar, is what we install most across the metro. It offers privacy, a classic look, and good value. Cedar naturally resists rot and insects, which suits Central Texas conditions.
Do you repair fences or only install new ones?
Both. If a fence can be repaired- a leaning section, a broken gate, storm-damaged posts- we’ll often repair it and save you the cost of a full replacement. We’re honest about when a repair makes sense versus when replacement is the better call.
How long does a fence installation take?
Most residential installations run 1 to 3 days once work begins, depending on length, terrain, and access. Larger or commercial projects can take longer. From estimate to completion, plan on a few weeks, including scheduling and any permitting.
Are you insured?
Yes, we’re fully insured, which protects your property during our work. We also carry a 1-year workmanship warranty in writing on every installation.
Do you install commercial fences?
Yes. We handle apartment communities, warehouses, retail centers, schools, parks, and construction sites, with a focus on security, code compliance, and keeping your operation running during the work.
Can you install a fence on a slope or hillside?
Yes. We use stepped fence designs that follow the grade while keeping sections level, and we’ve done a lot of hillside work on the west side of Austin where slope, drainage, and wind all factor in.
How long has Austin Fence Company been in business?
We’ve been serving the Austin metro since 2008, 18 years of local fence work across every part of the city.
What areas do you serve?
Austin and the surrounding metro, including Kyle, Buda, Dripping Springs, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Manor, Bee Cave, Sunset Valley, Manchaca, and Mountain City.
Do you install gates and automated entry?
Yes. We install walk gates, drive gates, and automated systems with keypads and remote access, either as part of a fence project or on their own.
How do I get a free estimate?
Call (512) 900-5735 or request one through our website. We’ll set a convenient time to walk your property, discuss your needs, and give you a detailed written quote with no obligation.
