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On Guard Fence, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Oak Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Working with On Guard Fence was a great experience. The quote was competitive, and the expected install date was sooner then any other company. Tony was quick to respond to texts, and the fence was installed exactly how I requested. Tony did a follow up call after the fence was put in to make sure I was happy with the end product, and I appreciated that gesture. Since working with On Guard Fence I have recommended them to both family and friends."
Response time2 days
Response rate89%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Ergeon
4.8(
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Serving Oak Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

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"Ergeon does incredible work. From the virtual estimate, to the fence install, the team kept me updated. We had an old cyclone fence torn down, and a 6’ vinyl fence installed all the way around our home, along with a driveway gate and side gate, and it was installed in one day! The process was smooth, and the work is outstanding. Frank, our Project Manager was super helpful and friendly, and his install team was courteous, quick and efficient. I recommend this company to anyone looking to install a new fence!"
Wood Fence Installation
Nail up wood fence
White Privacy Vinyl Fence
Wood Fence Installation
White Privacy Vinyl Fence

+59

Response time6 days
1264 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by35%of homeowners
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Semoore Fencing
4.6(
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Serving Oak Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

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We provide and install fencing and gates in wood, vinyl, iron, aluminum, composite and chain link. We specialize in building custom designs that make homes stand out from the rest. From basic to extremely ornate, we do it all. With over 29 years of industry experience, our team meets and exceeds all expectations. We do it the right way!

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+21

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Mending Fences
4.4(
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Serving Oak Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Robert from Mending Fences recently replaced and reset a few posts in my fence, and I could not be happier with the results. The fence is now incredibly solid and looks better than ever. Roberts attention to detail and professionalism truly stood out. If you need any fence work done, make sure to get a quote from him chances are youll go with Mending Fences. Highly recommend!"
Small installation job
Post replacement
Custom built fence and gate
Single post replacement
Small instillation job with gate

+6

Response time11 hrs
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Fencing questions, answered by experts

Fence pickets typically face out (away from your home or the garden that you're enclosing). Both the rails and pickets sit on the outside of a fence so that anyone passing by can see the finished side. Not only does the look increase your curb appeal, but it's also the neighborly thing to do when placing a barrier between two properties, even when you're installing a privacy fence.

The ideal distance between fence posts depends on several factors, including the terrain, the purpose of the fence, and the material used. For different types of fences, here are some general guidelines:

  • Wood and Metal Fences: Posts should be spaced between 5 and 8 feet apart.

  • Vinyl Fences: Spacing can be between 6 and 8 feet.

  • Chain-Link, Mesh, or Lattice Fences: Posts can be set anywhere from 4 to 25 feet apart, with 4-10 feet being common for chain-link.

  • Wire Fences: Spacing can be up to 12 feet apart.

If you only use your gate as a pedestrian, walking through without a vehicle, you’re fine to stick with a single fence gate. If your fence opening needs to accommodate vehicles of any kind, from cars to trucks to 4-wheelers, then a double fence gate will suit the space much better and give you more freedom. 

The regulations for pool fence heights vary by state, so be sure to research what the legal, minimum height is in your area before purchasing or installing a fence. Though every region is different, generally a pool fence must be at least 4 and ½ feet high. If you’re unsure whether you need a fence around your pool, and how high that fence should be, contact a local pool enclosure expert to help you successfully, and safely, move forward.

Silt fences are very effective when installed correctly and used in proper locations. However, there are places where they don’t work as well. This includes property with a concentrated water flow, where runoff could pool or cause a flooding hazard. You’ll also want to use caution when installing in areas susceptible to landslides. Your contractor will follow state guidelines and know when an alternate solution is more effective.

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