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Ardmore Fence Pros is the Ardmore starting point for wood privacy fence. Give the rough length of the run, the height you want and how many gates, then request a free quote and a local fence contractor will call you back to measure the yard and go over styles.
Most privacy fences in Ardmore neighborhoods are six feet tall with treated pine or spruce pickets. Corner lots, pool yards and homes backing onto a busy road sometimes go to eight feet where the city allows it. The question that decides whether the fence lasts is not the picket. It is the post.
Posts that hold in the wind
A solid wood fence catches every gust that crosses an open Carter County lot. Treated wood posts set in concrete are the traditional choice. Many contractors now offer galvanized steel posts hidden behind the pickets, which resist rot at the ground line and flex less in a storm. Ask what post size and spacing they plan, how deep the holes go, and whether the footings are concrete all the way around.
On a long open stretch, a closer post spacing or a heavier rail can be worth the extra cost. Ask whether three rails or two are planned on a six foot fence.
Picket styles
Side by side pickets are the budget choice and leave small gaps as the boards dry and shrink. Board on board overlaps the pickets so you keep your privacy even after shrinkage. A top cap and trim board give a finished edge and shed water off the end grain. Some owners put the good side facing the street and the framing facing the house; others want it the other way. Check whether your neighborhood or HOA has a rule on which side faces out.
Stain and upkeep
Fresh treated lumber usually needs to dry before it takes a stain well. Ask the contractor when they suggest staining and whether it is part of the quote. A good semi-transparent stain slows graying and cupping in the Oklahoma sun. If the boards will be cedar instead of pine, see cedar fence. For a gate wide enough for a mower or trailer, see gates and openers.
Frequently asked questions
Is a permit needed for a privacy fence in Ardmore?
Height limits, setbacks near the street and corner visibility rules can apply. Check with the City of Ardmore before building, and ask the contractor who will handle it.
Can my old fence be torn out on the same job?
Usually, yes. Ask for removal and haul-off to appear as its own line on the quote.
How long does a privacy fence take to build?
A typical backyard is often done in a few days once materials arrive. Concrete footings, rock and rain can stretch that.
Related services
Cedar Fence
Western red cedar and other cedar pickets for a richer look and natural rot resistance.
Fence Repair
Storm damage, leaning posts, broken pickets, sagging gates and loose wire.
Gates and Gate Openers
Drive gates, walk gates, ranch entries and solar or electric automatic gate openers.
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