Wood Fence Installation
Classic wood and cedar privacy fences built to stay straight and solid.
A wood fence does real work. It marks your line, keeps kids and dogs in the yard, blocks the neighbors, and gives the whole property a finished look. Terracotta Construction installs cedar and treated-wood fences across Montgomery County and the Greater Houston area. We build privacy panels, board-on-board, and picket styles with concrete-set posts so the fence stands straight through Texas heat, wind, and wet ground. Locally owned, licensed and insured, and always a free estimate.
What Wood Fence Installation Is and Who Needs It
Wood fence installation is the full job of laying out the line, setting posts, and building the runs so you end up with a fence that does what you need it to do. That might be a six-foot privacy fence around a backyard, a board-on-board run between you and a close neighbor, or a shorter picket fence that frames a front yard without closing it off. Every property is different, so the first thing we do is look at the space and listen to what you want the fence to accomplish.
Homeowners reach out to us when a builder-grade fence has started to lean or rot, when a new build needs a backyard enclosed, or when an older privacy fence has gone gray and gappy and it is time to start over. We also get calls from folks who just bought a place and want a clear, solid boundary before they add a pool, a dog, or a play set. Rental owners and small businesses come to us when they want a clean, durable look without the cost and upkeep of other materials.
Wood is the right call when you want warmth, privacy, and a natural appearance that fits Texas neighborhoods. It gives you full height and full coverage, it is straightforward to repair one board at a time down the road, and it can be stained or left to weather however you like. If you are weighing wood against other fencing, we will walk you through the honest trade-offs so you pick the option that fits your property and your budget.
Wood Options, Materials, and Style Choices
We build mainly with cedar and pressure-treated pine, and the two have different strengths. Cedar is naturally resistant to rot and insects, it holds its shape well, and it has a rich grain that looks great whether you stain it or let it silver over time. Treated pine is the workhorse, strong and budget-friendly, and it stands up well when the lumber is rated for the job. We will tell you which makes more sense for your fence based on how it will be used, how visible it is, and what you want to spend.
Style changes both the look and the function. A standard privacy fence sets pickets side by side for full coverage. Board-on-board overlaps the pickets so there are no gaps even after the wood dries and shrinks, which is a popular choice when you want lasting privacy and a fuller face. Picket fences keep things open and friendly and work well for front yards and gardens. We can add a top cap and trim to give the fence a clean, framed edge that protects the picket ends and lifts the whole look.
The parts you do not see matter just as much as the pickets. We use solid posts, proper rails, and quality fasteners suited to outdoor wood so the fence holds together season after season. Concrete-set posts are the foundation of a fence that stays plumb, and we will cover that in detail in the next section. Whatever combination of wood, height, and style you choose, we use quality materials and build it to last, never the cheapest shortcut that looks fine for a year and fails in three.
The Process and What to Expect
It starts with a free estimate. We come out, measure the run, talk through wood, height, and style, and check for the things that trip up a rushed install, slope in the yard, drainage, tree roots, and where existing lines or structures sit. You get a clear price and a plan before any work begins, with no pressure and no surprise charges later. We also ask you to confirm property lines and check whether any local rules or an HOA have a say in fence height or style.
On install day, layout comes first. We string the line, mark the post spacing, and dig the holes to a proper depth for our soil. Posts are set in concrete and given time to firm up so they will not shift or lean once the fence carries weight and wind. Setting posts right is the single biggest reason a wood fence stays straight for years, so we do not rush it. Once the posts are solid, we hang the rails, attach the pickets, and add any cap and trim, keeping the lines level and the gaps consistent.
Before we call it done, we walk the whole fence with you. We check that gates swing true and latch, that the top line is even, and that posts are plumb and panels are tight. We clean up the work area and haul off the debris from the old fence and the install. You should not be left with a pile of scrap wood and dirt in your yard. We stand behind the work with a satisfaction guarantee, so if something is not right, we make it right.
Why Doing It Right Matters
A wood fence lives outside in full sun, hard rain, and shifting clay soil, and Texas weather is unforgiving on anything built fast and cheap. Shallow posts heave when the ground swells and dries. Pickets nailed to undersized rails warp and pull loose. Gates that were not squared up start to drag within a season. The difference between a fence that looks good for a decade and one that sags by next summer is almost always in the parts you cannot see and the care taken on install day.
That is why we set posts in concrete at the right depth, space them so the rails do not sag between them, and choose fasteners that will not rust through and stain the wood. We account for the grade of your yard so the bottom line follows the ground without leaving big gaps or burying the wood where it will rot. These are not flashy details, but they are the ones that decide whether your fence is still solid years from now or whether you are calling someone to redo it.
Building it right protects your money and your time. A fence done properly the first time means fewer repairs, no early teardown, and a clean, straight line you do not have to think about. As a locally owned company, we are not passing through town. We live and work in the same area you do, our crews are experienced, and our name is on the work, so we have every reason to build a fence we would put around our own homes.
Serving Montgomery County and the Greater Houston Area
Terracotta Construction installs wood fences throughout Montgomery County and the Greater Houston area. We serve Montgomery, Conroe, The Woodlands, Magnolia, Willis, Huntsville, Tomball, Spring, Cypress, and Katy, covering both established neighborhoods and new builds. Whether you need a single privacy run in a backyard, a full property enclosure, or a friendly picket fence out front, we bring the same care and quality materials to every job, large or small.
Getting started is simple. Call us at (936) 955-4083 for a free estimate, and we will come measure the space, talk through cedar versus treated wood and the right style for your property, and give you a clear, honest price with no obligation. We are licensed and insured, locally owned, and we back our work with a satisfaction guarantee. When you are ready for a wood fence that stands straight and looks the part, we are ready to build it.
Wood Fence Installation FAQs
Should I choose cedar or treated wood for my fence?+
Both are good choices, and it comes down to your goals and budget. Cedar resists rot and insects naturally, holds its shape, and has a richer grain, so it is a favorite for visible, longer-lasting fences. Treated pine is strong and more budget-friendly and performs well when it is rated for outdoor use. We will look at your property and recommend the option that fits how the fence will be used and what you want to spend.
What is the difference between a privacy fence and a board-on-board fence?+
A standard privacy fence sets the pickets side by side for full coverage. A board-on-board fence overlaps the pickets so there are no gaps even after the wood dries and shrinks over time. Board-on-board gives you a fuller face and lasting privacy, while a standard privacy fence is a clean, popular choice when budget is a bigger factor. We will show you both so you can decide.
Why do you set fence posts in concrete?+
Concrete-set posts are the foundation of a fence that stays plumb and straight. Texas clay soil swells when wet and shrinks when dry, and a post that is not set properly will heave, lean, or shift, taking the panels with it. Setting posts in concrete at the right depth, and giving them time to firm up before we build, is the single biggest reason a wood fence holds its line for years.
Do you remove and haul away my old fence?+
Yes. When we replace an existing fence, we tear out the old materials and haul off the debris from both the removal and the new install. You should not be left with a pile of scrap wood and dirt in your yard. We clean up the work area before we consider the job finished and walk the finished fence with you.
Should my new wood fence be stained or sealed?+
It is your call. Wood can be left to weather naturally to a soft gray, or it can be stained or sealed to keep more of its color and add protection. Many homeowners let new wood dry out for a season before staining so it accepts the finish well. We are happy to talk through the options during your estimate so you know what to expect either way.
Do I need to worry about property lines or HOA rules before installing a fence?+
It is worth confirming both before we build. We ask you to verify your property lines so the fence sits where it should, and to check whether your neighborhood or HOA has rules about fence height, style, or which side faces out. Sorting this out up front prevents headaches later, and we are glad to plan the fence around any requirements your area has.
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