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Jimenez Service
4.9(
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Wood Fence - Repair

Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent service , really puntual, I loved the work he did in my roof , really clean work would definitely recommend"
fence restoration, after completion
porch floor renovation before
playhouse before installation
Handymen Project
Fence repair and installation

+164

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by48%of homeowners
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Martin Home Improvement
5.0(
4
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Wood Fence - InstallWood Fence - Install - For BusinessWood Fence - Repair+1 more

Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Absolutely the BEST!! HIGHLY recommend!!"
Replacing Treads
Removing Treads and Pads
Removing Treads
Almost finished
Stairs redone and refinished

+22

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
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Major way fencing - Home Facebook
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Barbed Wire Fence - RepairChain Link Fence - Repair or AlterWood Fence - Repair+1 more

Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of fencing services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time8 hrs
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Top Notch Renovations Facebook
4.6(
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Barbed Wire Fence - RepairChain Link Fence - Repair or AlterWood Fence - Repair+1 more

Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They built a very nice deck for me in only 2 days and I was quite happy with the price. Really good guys, they worked through some very cold and windy weather to get it finished."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Premier Fencing
New to Angi
Chain Link Fence - InstallVinyl or PVC Fence - InstallWood Fence - Install

Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Premier Fencing is a local fence contractor from Arcadia, Iowa. Let us help you protect your children, pets, landscaping, and privacy, in style. We pride ourselves on quality workmanship and fair pricing for our community.

Chain Link Fence
Response time3 hrs
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BKC Decking
5.0(
1
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Wood Fence - Repair

Serving Harlan, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

BKC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time20 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ben Fence Co
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Wood Fence - RepairWood Fence - Repair - For Business

Serving Harlan, 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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Fencing questions, answered by experts

This depends mainly on how well the posts were installed and what type of wood was used to build the gate in the first place. Softwoods have a life expectancy of up to 15 years but can last slightly longer with regular maintenance and waterproofing treatments. By contrast, hardwoods can last up to 30 years with little care, so you may avoid costly replacements by spending a little more upfront.

A horizontal fence is typically more expensive to build than a vertical fence, often costing between 10% and 20% more. The higher cost is due to the need for a higher grade of lumber and more posts to prevent the boards from sagging, which increases both material and labor expenses. Despite the higher price, horizontal fences tend to be more durable and offer a more distinct, modern look compared to the more common vertical picket style. However, they may not be the best option for privacy, as there can be slight gaps between the horizontal rails.

The bottom strand should sit between 12 to 15 inches from the ground. If you have a problem with small critters, you can aim for 8 inches. Three-strand fences should be 16 to 19 inches apart, four-strand fences should be 10 to 12 inches apart, and five-strand fences should be 8 and 10 inches apart.

The standard height for a split rail fence is three or four feet. This height requires two to three horizontal rails, making it ideal for homeowners wanting a budget-friendly split rail fence. If you’re hoping to contain agile livestock or animals like dogs, geese, or goats, you may prefer to install a six-foot tall fence with four or five rails or a four-foot-tall fence with three horizontal rails. This will help prevent animals from climbing, crawling, or jumping through the rails.

Pickets should sit at least 2 inches off the ground to encourage groundwater to flow underneath. Pickets can sit as much as 6 inches off the ground, but setting it any higher could let pets in or out of your yard unintentionally. These are not to be confused with the fence posts anchored underground with soil or concrete footing.

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