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Serving Merced, CA and surrounding areas. (209) 308-1866
Old, leaning, or rotting fence bringing down your yard? We install wood fences built for Merced's clay soil and triple-digit summers - so your fence stays straight and solid for years.
Wood fence installation in Merced means setting posts into concrete, attaching horizontal rails, and fastening pickets or planks to create a finished fence - most average-sized residential yards are complete in one to two days. A well-built wood fence in the Central Valley can last 15 to 20 years with basic maintenance like occasional sealing or staining.
Merced's clay-heavy soil and 100-degree summers create specific challenges that matter a lot when you are choosing a wood fence. The ground swells in winter and contracts in summer - posts that are not set deep enough will start to lean within a few years. If your current fence is already pulling away from its posts, that is usually a soil issue, and it is worth doing the job right the second time. We also build privacy fences for homeowners who want full visual screening.
If sections of your fence are visibly tilting or boards are separating from the frame, the posts have likely shifted or rotted at ground level. In Merced's clay soil, this movement is common after several wet winters - the soil expands and contracts around post bases until they lose their footing. It will only get worse if you wait.
Wood that has been through several Merced summers without sealing will crack along the grain, turn a weathered gray, and eventually become soft enough to push a finger into. At that stage, boards are no longer providing the privacy or security you need. This is a clear sign that repair or replacement is overdue.
A privacy fence that no longer provides privacy has lost its main purpose. In Merced's established neighborhoods, older fences often have boards that have shrunk and separated over years of heat cycles. If you can see your neighbor's yard clearly through the fence, it is time to replace the boards or start fresh.
A new pool in California requires a barrier fence by state law - this is not optional. Even without a legal requirement, a new dog or young children playing outside are practical reasons to install a secure fence. If your yard is open or has only a partial fence, now is the right time to get the full job done.
We install a full range of wood fences for Merced homeowners - from standard privacy fences to custom designs with decorative tops and built-in gates. The most popular choice here is a 6-foot cedar or redwood privacy fence, which gives you solid visual screening and holds up well in the Valley climate. If you want something with more character, we can build a dog-ear fence with a lattice top, a board-on-board design that looks good from both sides, or a picket fence for front yards. We also pair wood fence work with our vinyl fence installation service for homeowners who want to compare material options before committing.
Every installation starts with setting posts properly - that is the step that determines whether your fence is still straight in five years. We dig post holes to the right depth for Merced's clay soil, set posts in concrete, and let the concrete cure before loading the fence with weight. Gates are included where needed, and we handle old fence removal as part of the project scope if you are replacing an existing structure.
Best for homeowners who want full visual screening and noise reduction in the backyard.
Ideal for those who want natural rot resistance without chemical treatments.
A budget-friendly option with good durability when maintained with sealant.
Great for homeowners who want a fence that looks finished from both sides.
Suited to front yards where you want curb appeal without full enclosure.
For any homeowner adding vehicle or foot access to their fenced yard.
Merced sits in the San Joaquin Valley, where summer temperatures regularly hit 100 degrees or higher. That intense heat dries out wood quickly - boards shrink, gaps open between pickets, and surfaces crack if the wood was not properly prepared and sealed. An experienced installer here will space boards closer together at install time, knowing they will pull apart a bit as the season heats up. This is a detail that matters a lot when you want your fence to look intentional all year, not just in March. Homeowners in newer subdivisions near UC Merced have also found that their HOAs have specific requirements about fence height and materials - we review those requirements before finalizing a design.
We work throughout Merced and the surrounding area, including Atwater and Livingston. If your yard is near Lake Yosemite, in one of the older downtown neighborhoods, or in a newer east-side subdivision, we know the soil conditions, permit rules, and HOA requirements that apply to your area. The American Fence Association provides helpful industry standards for what quality installation looks like, which is a useful reference when you are comparing contractor bids.
Call or submit a request online and we will respond within 1 business day. We schedule a free on-site walkthrough within a few days - no guessing on price, because we need to see the yard to give you an accurate number.
We measure your fence line, talk through style and height options, and check for any permit or HOA requirements that apply to your address. A written quote follows within a day or two, breaking down materials and labor clearly.
If your fence needs a city permit or HOA approval, we handle the application and coordinate the inspection. This step can take one to three weeks for HOA neighborhoods - we let you know the realistic timeline upfront.
The crew arrives in the morning, marks post locations, and begins digging. Posts go in first, set in concrete. Once cured, rails and boards go up fast. We do a final walkthrough with you before leaving and address any small adjustments on the spot.
We respond within 1 business day - no obligation, no pressure. After you submit, someone from our office will call to schedule a free on-site estimate at a time that works for you.
(209) 308-1866We work in Merced's clay soil and 100-degree summers every season. That local experience means we set posts deeper, choose the right wood species, and account for the heat cycles that shorter fences never survive.
Every job is covered. You are not taking on liability for work done on your property, and you have a clear path for recourse if anything does not meet the agreed spec.
We come to your yard, measure the fence line, and give you a written quote. You are not committing to anything by asking for a number - and we do not pressure you toward a decision on the spot.
We handle the City of Merced permit application and coordinate with HOA submissions for you. No stop-work orders, no after-the-fact compliance issues - everything is in order before the first post goes in the ground.
We have built wood fences for homeowners across Merced - from the older neighborhoods near downtown to the newer subdivisions on the north and east sides of the city. If you want to see what quality installation looks like, give us a call and we will show you.
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