Wood & Privacy Fence Installation Katy, TX 77494

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Katy's master-planned subdivisions and established neighborhoods sit on expansive Gulf Coast clay, where the wet-then-dry cycle heaves fence posts and rots untreated wood at the ground line faster than homeowners expect. Most leaning fences in 77494 fail at the post, not the panel, and that's where Houston Fence Company starts every conversation: honest diagnosis, repair when it holds, replacement when it doesn't.

Since 2015, we've worked fence lines across Katy and the Houston area, from the cedar privacy fences that define HOA standards in master-planned communities to the chain link and ornamental iron that secure pools and properties. We're fully insured and bonded, we show up with the same crew every time, and we know the local building department rules and HOA architectural standards that govern what you can install and where.

Fence Installation and Repair in Katy, TX 77494

Katy's single-family housing stock ranges from established neighborhoods near US-90 to the newer master-planned subdivisions west toward Cinco Ranch and Tanner Ridge, where six-foot cedar privacy fences run along deed-restricted property lines and HOA standards govern height, material, and color. The expansive clay soil here swells in wet weather and shrinks in dry spells, which heaves and racks fence posts set shallow or in tamped earth alone. Add Gulf Coast humidity, and untreated wood rots at the ground line within years. Vinyl and pressure-treated pine resist moisture better, but they still need posts set deep in concrete and spaced correctly to handle the soil movement. Backyard pools are common on upscale lots, and pool barrier fencing must meet state code and local ordinance, with final compliance determined by the authority having jurisdiction. We work from the existing survey you provide and install on the property line you identify.

Our team has been serving Katy and surrounding areas since 2015. We handle wood and vinyl privacy fences, chain link, aluminum and ornamental iron, automatic driveway gates, pool fencing, fence replacement and removal, post repair, gate installation and repair, and storm damage assessment and rebuild. We're AFA Member Installers, certified by the American Fence Association, and we document storm damage honestly so you can file a claim with your insurance company.

Our services in Katy

Wood & Privacy Fence Installation in Katy · Houston's classic 6-ft cedar privacy fence, built for Gulf humidity.
Vinyl & PVC Fence Installation in Katy · Low-maintenance vinyl privacy, picket and ranch-rail fencing that shrugs off…
Chain Link Fence Installation in Katy · Galvanized and black vinyl-coated chain link for yards…
Aluminum & Ornamental Iron Fencing in Katy · Powder-coated aluminum and ornamental iron fencing for pools…
Fence Repair in Katy · Leaning sections, broken pickets, sagging gates and wind-damaged panels…
Storm Damage Fence Repair in Katy · After a hurricane, derecho or spring storm we rebuild fallen sections fast…
Fence Post Repair & Replacement in Katy · Houston's expansive clay soil heaves posts and rots them at the ground line…
Gate Installation & Repair in Katy · Custom wood, vinyl and metal gates built square and hung right.
Automatic & Driveway Gates in Katy · Sliding and swing driveway gates with professional-grade openers…
Pool Fence Installation in Katy · Aluminum, mesh and glass pool barriers installed to meet Texas and local pool…
Fence Replacement & Removal in Katy · Complete tear-out, haul-away and rebuild…
Fence Staining & Restoration in Katy · Professional cleaning, brightening and stain-sealing for cedar fences.
Commercial & Temporary Fencing in Katy · Commercial chain link, security fencing…
Farm & Ranch Fencing in Katy · Ranch rail, no-climb horse fence…

How a Fence Job Works in Katy

Step 1: Free On-Site Assessment. Call us at (832) 981-7212 or request a quote online. We'll schedule a time to walk your property, look at the existing fence or the line where you want to install, check post condition and spacing, and discuss what you need. We'll ask about HOA rules and deed restrictions so we know what materials and heights are allowed. If there's storm damage, we'll document it for your insurance claim.

Step 2: The Work. Before we dig any post holes, we'll request a Texas 811 utility locate to mark buried lines. Then we set posts in concrete at the correct depth and spacing, install rails and stringers, hang pickets or panels, and add gates or hardware as needed. Tight lot access and narrow side yards are common in Katy subdivisions, and we plan the job to protect your landscaping and neighbors' property. If the fence is racked or stepped to follow grade change, we'll do that right so water drains and panels sit square.

Step 3: Cleanup and Walkthrough. We remove all debris, sweep the fence line, and walk through with you to make sure everything meets your expectations and local code. We leave your property clean.

Pricing for fence work in Katy depends on the material you choose, the length of the fence line, soil conditions, and whether you're installing new or replacing existing. Wood and privacy fence installation starts at $27 per linear foot; vinyl and PVC from $38 per foot; chain link from $16 per foot; and aluminum or ornamental iron from $42 per foot. Fence repair starts at $450, post repair and replacement from $450, gate installation and repair from $475, and automatic driveway gates from $2,800. Fence replacement and removal typically runs from $2,400 depending on the scope. Fence staining and restoration for cedar starts at $950. The best way to know what your job will cost is a free on-site estimate. Call us at (832) 981-7212, and we'll give you a realistic number based on your property, your soil, and what you want to build.

✅ AFA Member Installer (American Fence Association), fully insured and bonded for work in Katy and nearby areas.

Why do so many fences in Katy lean or fail at the post?

Katy sits on expansive clay that swells when wet and shrinks when dry. This heave and settlement racks fence posts, especially if they're set shallow or in tamped earth without concrete. Posts set deep in concrete and spaced 6 feet apart will hold much longer. If your fence is leaning, the problem is almost always the post, not the panel. We can often repair the post and reset it without replacing the whole fence.

Do I need a permit to install a fence in Katy?

Permit requirements vary by jurisdiction in the Greater Houston area. Katy and surrounding areas have their own rules on fence height, setback from the property line, and visibility at corners. If your property is in a master-planned community, your HOA may have architectural standards that govern material and color. We work with the local building department and your HOA to make sure the fence meets code before we install. Call us at (832) 981-7212 and we'll confirm what applies to your address.

My cedar fence looks gray and weathered. Can it be cleaned and stained instead of replaced?

Yes. Cedar fences in Katy's humidity need cleaning and re-staining every two to three years to stay looking new and to resist rot. If the boards are still sound and the posts are solid, staining and restoration is a much better spend than replacement. We can clean, repair any loose boards or trim, and apply a fresh stain. If the fence is beyond restoration, we'll tell you that too.

What material is best for a fence in Katy's climate and soil?

Wood (cedar or pressure-treated pine) is attractive and affordable but needs regular staining and is vulnerable to rot at the ground line in our humidity. Vinyl and PVC resist moisture and rot, require no staining, and hold up well in Katy's climate, but they cost more upfront. Chain link is economical and durable, especially for side yards or pool barriers. Aluminum and ornamental iron are elegant and long-lasting. The best choice depends on your budget, your HOA rules, and how much maintenance you want to do. We can show you the trade-offs and help you decide.

A tree limb from my neighbor's property is hanging over my fence. What can I do?

Texas property law says you can trim branches that cross your property line, but you can't cut the tree down or damage it. If the limb is heavy or threatening your fence, document it and contact your neighbor first. If your property is in an HOA, the HOA may have rules about tree maintenance and shared responsibility. We can help you assess whether the fence has been damaged and what repair or reinforcement is needed. For the tree itself, contact a certified arborist or your HOA.

I have a pool and need a barrier fence. What do I need to know?

Pool barrier fencing must be installed to meet local pool barrier codes, with final determination resting with the authority having jurisdiction. Height, spacing, gate hardware, and self-closing self-latching hinges are all specified by state law and local ordinance. A barrier fence is required by code, but it does not replace adult supervision. We install pool fencing to meet those standards. For a final compliance determination, contact the Katy building department or your local code official.

A storm knocked down my fence. How do I file an insurance claim?

Document the damage with photos and video if you can. Call your insurance company and describe what happened. We can help you document the damage and provide a detailed estimate for repair or replacement, which you can submit with your claim. We do not promise or imply that a claim will be approved or that work will be covered. That decision is between you and your insurer. Call us at (832) 981-7212 for a free damage assessment and estimate.