What Fence Installation Involves and When You Need It
Gino Fences is a locally owned fence installation contractor. We install wood privacy fences, picket fences, and custom residential fence lines built to hold up through summers and clay-heavy soil conditions.
Posts set at the wrong depth in expansive clay soil will heave within a season. That failure is structural, not cosmetic, and fixing it costs more than doing it right the first time. Most homeowners don't know what to look for in post depth and concrete footing; that's where 28 years of local experience separates a fence that lasts from one that leans. If you're planning a fence installation in Lewisville, talk to a contractor who has seen what this soil does to shortcuts.
What to Expect From Start to Finish
Free On-Site Assessment Before Any Work Begins
We start by walking the full fence line with you, not just the section you called about. We're looking at post condition, ground slope, soil drainage, and any neighbor or HOA fence lines that affect the build. You get a clear quote before we pick up a single tool.
Post-Setting Done Right for Soil
Clay soil expands and contracts with the seasons. We set posts at the correct depth for that movement, not the minimum that gets the job done. Concrete footings are poured to spec, so the posts hold their position year after year, not just for the first summer.
Panel and Rail Installation to Your Specifications
Once posts are set and cured, we install rails and panels to match your chosen fence style and height. We work cleanly and leave the site the way we found it. If you have HOA requirements, we build to them.
Final Walkthrough With the Homeowner
Before we leave, we walk the finished fence line with you. If anything isn't right, we fix it on the spot. You should feel confident the job is done, not left wondering if you should call someone.
Wood Fence Styles We Install
Privacy Fences Built for Backyards
A full-height privacy fence is the most common installation we do. We build them at 6 and 8 feet, with board-on-board or dog-ear picket styles depending on the homeowner's preference and HOA requirements. Properly set posts and quality cedar or pine boards make the difference between a fence that looks sharp in five years and one that's warping by year two.
Picket Fences for Front Yards and Property Lines
Picket fences define a front yard without closing it off. We install them in traditional and contemporary profiles, spaced and sized to match the scale of the home. They're a lower-cost option than full privacy fencing and work well along shared property lines and front-of-home borders.
Custom Residential Fence Lines
Not every yard is a standard rectangle, and not every homeowner wants a standard fence. We've built custom configurations around pools, along sloped terrain, and on irregular lot lines. If you have a specific layout or design in mind, bring it to the free quote conversation, and we'll tell you exactly what's involved.
Why Wood Performs Differently in Heat and Clay Soil
Cedar and treated pine both perform well when they're installed correctly. The variable isn't the wood; it's how the posts are set. Expansive clay soil can shift posts that aren't deep enough or aren't footed with the right concrete volume. That's why post-installation is the most important phase of any fence build.
Fence Installation Questions From Homeowners
How Long Does a Residential Fence Installation Take?
Most residential wood fence installations take one to two days, depending on the total linear footage, site conditions, and whether posts need to be set in particularly dense or rocky soil. We'll give you an accurate timeline during the free on-site quote so you can plan accordingly. No surprises.
Do I Need a Permit to Install a Fence?
Lewisville requires a permit for most fence installations, particularly for fences over four feet tall or those along a front yard property line. We recommend confirming requirements with the City of Lewisville Building Inspections department before work begins. We're familiar with local permit norms and can advise you during the quote visit.
What Affects the Cost of a New Fence Installation?
The three main factors are total linear footage, fence height and style, and ground conditions. Properties with significant slope or dense root systems near the fence line require more preparation and post-setting time, which affects the overall cost. We price every job after an in-person assessment, never from a square-footage formula over the phone.
How Deep Should Fence Posts Be Set in Clay Soil?
For expansive clay soil, fence posts should be set at a minimum depth of one-third the total post length, typically 24 to 30 inches for a standard 6-foot fence. Posts set shallower than that are vulnerable to heaving as the clay expands and contracts with seasonal moisture changes. Correct depth is the single biggest factor in how long a fence stays plumb.
Can You Install a Fence That Meets My HOA’s Requirements?
Yes. We're experienced with HOA fence specifications. HOA requirements typically cover fence height, material, style, and finish. Bring your HOA guidelines to the quote conversation, and we'll confirm exactly what we can build to meet them before any work is scheduled.
