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Avatar for First Fence Inc
First Fence Inc
4.3(
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Wood Fence - InstallVinyl or PVC Fence - InstallWood Fence - Repair+7 more

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"If you are looking for a great quality fence at a great price, contact FIRST FENCE in HILLSIDE The entire FIRST FENCE team (sales, office, installers) are the BEST! Payment options, fence options, no pressure, extremely professional and friendly! Highly recommend FIRST FENCE if you are in the market for a new fence for your home. My wife and I chuckled after installation that the our new fence looks richer/nicer than our home…lol Definitely the fence gave our home a significant appearance improvement. Installed right before the holidays. We can’t wait for spring/summer to arrive so we can enjoy our backyard!"
White PVC fence with white aluminum driveway gate by First Fence.
Steel fencing installed by First Fence.
PVC Precision
Automated gate.
Zero maintenance enclosure hiding all of the ugly.

+80

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Semoore Fencing
4.6(
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Wood Fence - InstallVinyl or PVC Fence - InstallWood Fence - Install - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Mending Fences
4.4(
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Wood Fence - RepairWood Fence - Repair - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The Mending Fences team worked very hard to complete our (5) wooden fence post replacements. The worksite was left clean and orderly. We’re thankful this work is done, in a very timely manner too."
Small installation job
Post replacement
Custom built fence and gate
Single post replacement
Small instillation job with gate

+6

Response time11 hrs
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Luis Saenz
5.0(
61
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Wood Fence - Repair - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Luis to prep and stain our wooden patio fence. He first power washed the entire fence and then, weather permitting, proceeded to stain the fence. He did a very good job and the patio fence looks much better."
Painting and plastering.
Painting walls
Front wall damage.
Painting and plastering.
Ceiling too.

+75

Response time10 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by39%of homeowners
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Garcia's Repairs
4.8(
51
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Vinyl or PVC Fence - InstallWood Fence - InstallWood Fence - Repair

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Garcia's Repairs, 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. we have specials deals all year around. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fencing questions, answered by experts

You'll pay less on average for the cost of a wooden fence compared to aluminum. However, the price highly depends on the type of wood, the fence design, and extra additions like gates and coats of paint. For example, you may pay less to install an aluminum fence since the panels anchor in the ground, whereas wood fences often take longer to construct, especially picket fences.

Wire fences are generally the most inexpensive type of farm fence to install, especially compared to lumber. Barbed wire is one of the cheapest options due to its simple materials, making it a good choice for low budgets and for confining docile animals in large spaces. Other options include hog wire and woven wire fences, which are strong, long-lasting, and relatively easy to repair. While wire fences require less lumber and reduce overall project costs, they are often considered less aesthetically pleasing than traditional wood fences.

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.

There are two things you can do to make a fence replacement easier—but keep in mind that easier doesn’t mean better. First, you can use a jack or some other type of machinery to pull the post out of the ground. If that’s not available, a digging bar can help.

Second, you can backfill the hole with gravel rather than creating a concrete footing. Keep in mind, gravel is less secure. You should only use it if you’re installing a lightweight fence or have heavier, clay soil.

You'll notice that many projects that add value to your home involve increasing curb appeal. Adding an aluminum fence improves the style of your yard and the safety levels for pools, pets, and backyard playtime. You can also choose aluminum fence designs with unique ornamental features or paint the fence to match your home's style.

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