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Avatar for 777 Remodeling, Renovations & Repairs LLC
777 Remodeling, Renovations & Repairs LLC
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Wood Fence - InstallWood Fence - Install - For BusinessWood Fence - Repair+1 more

Serving Fort Dodge, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"John Cagle is a consummate professional, a first-rate contractor and first-rate businessman."
Response time2 days
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Evan Larue
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Barbed Wire Fence - RepairChain Link Fence - Repair or AlterWood Fence - Repair+1 more

Serving Fort Dodge, IA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Locally owned and operated, we specialize in quality fence installation and repairs. With nearly 10 years of hands-on experience in wood, chain-link, vinyl, aluminum, and farm fencing, we take pride in honest work, fair pricing, and making sure every job is done right.

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Chet's AZ Construction
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Wood Fence - Install

Serving Fort Dodge, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were EXTREMELY efficient. Jobs were done with expert skill. I couldn't be MORE pleased. If I have another project I know who I will call. Great people, great service. So impressed and happy !!!"
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Ben Fence Co
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Wood Fence - RepairWood Fence - Repair - For Business

Serving Fort Dodge, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Hampton Enterprise LLC
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Barbed Wire Fence - InstallBarbed Wire Fence - RepairChain Link Fence - Install+7 more

Serving Fort Dodge, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were good. They were pretty fast and came on time. My overall experience with them has been good."
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Fencing questions, answered by experts

Whether you need a permit to build or install a fence depends on several factors, including your location, the fence's height, its placement in your yard, and the materials used. In many cities and highly populated areas, a permit is required, especially for fences taller than 6 feet. Conversely, rural areas may have fewer restrictions. Typically, backyard privacy fences 6 feet or shorter do not require a permit, while front yard fences often have a lower height limit, sometimes as low as 3.5 feet. There can also be exceptions for properties in mixed residential-commercial zones. It's best to check with your local building inspection or zoning department to understand the specific requirements, height restrictions, and location rules for your area. A professional fence installer can help you navigate this process and often secure the necessary permits for you, though this may extend the project timeline.

Posts for a horizontal fence should be no more than 6 feet apart. Wood pickets are not as strong when mounted horizontally as when mounted vertically. As such, the fence panels on a horizontal fence can’t cover the same span between posts as a vertical fence can. If you install the posts further apart on a horizontal fence, the fence will lose stability, making the boards more likely to sag. 

Vinyl fencing stays popular with homeowners because it’s durable and aesthetically pleasing. In addition to offering plenty of privacy, vinyl fences have a life span of 20 to 30 years with minimal maintenance. You don’t have to worry about these fences warping or rotting due to moisture, and this material doesn’t contain toxic chemicals.

Wattle fences are typically around 4 feet tall, but they can be built taller or shorter depending on their intended use. Taller fences may require additional reinforcements, such as thicker posts or tighter weaving, to ensure the fence’s stability and durability against wind and other elements.

It is almost always necessary to hire a land surveyor near you to ensure your fence sits on the right side of the property line. Mistaking the shape of your property can lead to fines and costly changes if you have to move or adjust the privacy fence—not to mention some surly looks from your neighbor. We recommend jumpstarting your fence planning in the spring to ensure there is plenty of time to map out your plan before construction season.

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