Do I need a permit to build a fence?

Many cities in DFW require one for a new fence or a major replacement. The Colony, for example, requires a permit for new fences and for replacing more than half of an existing fence. We check your city's rules before we start.

How tall can my fence be?

It depends on your city and HOA. In The Colony, rear and side yard fences can be up to 8 feet 6 inches, and front yard fences are limited to 4 feet. Other cities set their own limits.

Cedar naturally resists rot and insects and weathers to a silver-gray if left unstained. Pressure-treated pine costs less and holds stain well. Both can last for many years when posts are set correctly and the wood is sealed.

Galvanized steel posts do not rot at the ground line like wood posts and hold up better in shifting clay soil, so the fence stays straighter longer.

Can you repair my fence after a storm?

Yes. We repair broken pickets, rails, and posts, and we can check your fence during a storm damage inspection of your roof.

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Fence Installation & Repair in The Colony, TX

A good fence keeps kids and dogs in the yard, gives you privacy from the neighbors, and holds up to the strong North Texas winds that roll through every spring. A poorly built one leans after its first windy season, rots at the base, and ends up costing more than doing it right the first time. Different Roofing builds and repairs residential fences across The Colony and Dallas–Fort Worth with the same attention to detail we bring to every roof.

Fence Services

New wood privacy fence installation
Full fence replacement when an old fence is leaning, rotted, or storm-damaged
Repairs to broken pickets, rails, and posts after high winds
Gates, including wider gates for alley and easement access
Staining and sealing to extend the life of new wood

Built for Texas Wind and Clay

Most fence failures here start at the posts. Expansive clay soil shifts with every wet and dry cycle, and a solid privacy fence catches wind like a sail. Setting posts deep in concrete and spacing them correctly makes the biggest difference in how long a fence stays straight. Galvanized steel posts are a popular choice in DFW because they do not rot at the ground line the way wood posts can, and they can be hidden behind the fence boards. For the boards themselves, cedar and pressure-treated pine are the most common options, and board-on-board styles give extra privacy with no gaps as the wood shrinks.

Permits and HOA Rules

Many cities in our area require a permit for a new fence or a major replacement. In The Colony, for example, the city requires a permit for a new fence or for replacing more than half of an existing one, and fences in rear and side yards can be up to 8 feet 6 inches tall while front-yard fences are limited to 4 feet. Rules differ from city to city, and many HOAs also set the style, height, and stain color. We check your city's requirements and your HOA guidelines before we start, and we call 811 to have underground utilities marked before any digging.

Storm Damage to Fences

The same storms that damage roofs often knock down fence sections or snap posts. If a storm hit your home, we can check the fence along with the roof during a storm damage inspection, photograph the damage, and make repairs so the whole property is back in shape.

Why Choose Different Roofing for Your Fence

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fencing

Do I need a permit to build a fence?

Many cities in DFW require one for a new fence or a major replacement. The Colony, for example, requires a permit for new fences and for replacing more than half of an existing fence. We check your city's rules before we start.
How tall can my fence be?

It depends on your city and HOA. In The Colony, rear and side yard fences can be up to 8 feet 6 inches, and front yard fences are limited to 4 feet. Other cities set their own limits.
Cedar or pine?

Cedar naturally resists rot and insects and weathers to a silver-gray if left unstained. Pressure-treated pine costs less and holds stain well. Both can last for many years when posts are set correctly and the wood is sealed.
Why use steel posts?

Galvanized steel posts do not rot at the ground line like wood posts and hold up better in shifting clay soil, so the fence stays straighter longer.
Can you repair my fence after a storm?

Yes. We repair broken pickets, rails, and posts, and we can check your fence during a storm damage inspection of your roof.

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Fence Installation and Repair Across DFW

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