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Ardmore Fence Pros is the Ardmore starting point for barbed wire fence. Tell us the acreage, the rough length of the line, how many strands you want and whether old fence has to come out, then request a free quote and a local fence contractor will call you back to look at the land.
Barbed wire is the most common way to fence cattle on the open pasture west of Ardmore toward Healdton and Wilson, south toward Marietta and out in the rolling country around Dickson. It is fast to build over long distances and costs less per foot than most other livestock fence.
Strands, posts and spacing
Four or five strands is typical for cattle. Line posts are usually steel T-posts driven at a set spacing, with wood or pipe posts mixed in at intervals for extra stiffness. Ask how many strands, what wire gauge, what T-post spacing and whether stays or twisted wire spacers will be added between posts to keep the strands from spreading.
Barbed wire is not a good choice for horses, which can tangle in it. If horses will share the pasture, ask about pipe or woven wire instead.
Corners and brace assemblies
Every strand pulls hard on the ends of the line. H-braces built from pipe or heavy wood posts at corners, gates and every long stretch hold that tension. A fence with weak braces loosens after the first few hot and cold cycles. Ask how many braces the quote includes and what they are made of, and where the contractor places them on a long run.
Brush, creeks and old fence
Many old lines run through cedar, mesquite or post oak and cross creeks and draws. Clearing a strip for the new fence, pulling old wire and building water gaps across low spots all add time. Ask whether the price includes clearing and removal, and how the crew will handle a creek crossing. For a rebuild of only part of an old line, see fence repair.
Frequently asked questions
Who pays for a fence on a shared property line?
Oklahoma has rules about partition fences between neighbors. The details can be complicated, so check with the county or a local attorney before building on a boundary.
Can the old wire stay up while the new line goes in?
Often, if the new line runs alongside it. Ask the contractor how they keep cattle in during the switch.
How long does barbed wire fence last?
With good braces and galvanized wire, many lines last a long time. Storm damage, fallen limbs and cattle pressure are the usual reasons for repairs.
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