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Serving Maplewood, MN and surrounding areas. (612) 493-3415
Open yard, nosy neighbors, or no safe space for kids and pets - a properly built wood privacy fence fixes all three and holds up through Minnesota winters.
Wood and privacy fence installation in Maplewood means posts buried below the 42-inch frost line in concrete, boards built in cedar or pressure-treated pine, and a city permit pulled before any digging starts - most standard backyard fences are fully installed in one to two days.
Maplewood homes were largely built in the 1960s and 1970s, and a lot of those original fences are past their useful life. If your boards are soft at the base, your posts are leaning, or you simply do not have a fence yet, a new wood privacy fence is one of the most practical improvements you can make before summer. Many homeowners also pair a wood fence with a screened-in porch or screened deck to close off the yard completely.
We walk your yard, confirm your property line, and give you a written quote before any work starts. Get in touch today or call us and we will schedule a site visit.
If sections of your fence are visibly tilting or boards are separating from the posts, the footings have likely failed. In Maplewood's freeze-thaw climate, this happens when posts were not set deep enough to begin with. Once a post starts heaving, the problem only gets worse each winter.
Wood that stays wet near the soil line is the first to go. If you can press your thumb into the bottom of a fence board and it feels soft or spongy, rot has set in. This is especially common in Maplewood yards with heavy shade or poor drainage, where boards never fully dry out between rain events.
A privacy fence is not just about looks - it is a safety barrier. If your yard currently has no fence, or only a decorative one with gaps, a new privacy fence is one of the most practical investments you can make before a pool goes in or a new pet comes home.
A clean, well-built privacy fence is a visible selling point in Maplewood's competitive real estate market. If your current fence looks tired or is missing sections, replacing it before listing can improve curb appeal and give buyers one less thing to negotiate over.
We build cedar and pressure-treated pine fences in the full range of styles - board-on-board privacy, shadow box, picket, and split rail. Cedar naturally resists rot and insects without chemical treatment and holds stain beautifully. Pressure-treated pine is a solid budget-friendly option that lasts just as long with proper sealing. Every post goes below the frost line in concrete - that is non-negotiable in Minnesota. If you want to enclose your yard further, our team also installs screened-in porches and screened decks to give you a fully covered outdoor space.
If you are weighing wood against vinyl, we also handle vinyl fence installation for homeowners who want zero-maintenance fencing. Wood gives you a warmer, more natural look and takes paint and stain well for a personalized finish. Vinyl costs less to maintain over time but more to repair if a panel cracks. We can walk you through both options during the estimate visit so you can make the call with the full picture.
Best for homeowners who want a fully solid barrier - alternating boards leave no sightline gaps from either side.
A semi-privacy style where boards alternate on each side of the rail - good for homeowners who want airflow and some privacy without solid paneling.
The classic open-style fence for front yards and corner lots where curb appeal and a defined border matter more than blocking the view.
Suited to large properties, sloped lots, and acreage where a simple boundary line is more practical than a full enclosure.
Building a wood fence in Maplewood is not the same as building one in Georgia or Texas. Minnesota's frost line sits at around 42 inches below the surface, and any post that is not buried below that depth will get pushed up by the freezing and thawing soil. We set every post to that standard on every job - not because we have to, but because a fence that leans in year three reflects on us. Homeowners from Vadnais Heights to Oakdale deal with the same soil conditions, and we build to those conditions everywhere we work.
Many Maplewood lots were developed in the 1960s and 1970s, which means mature trees with surface roots that can complicate post placement, underground utilities that need to be located before digging, and in many neighborhoods an active HOA with specific fence rules. We call 811 - the free utility-marking service - before every job as required by Minnesota law. We know the Maplewood permit process and handle the zoning application for you. And if your HOA has restrictions on fence height or style, we can help you pick a wood species and board layout that is likely to sail through approval. The USDA Forest Products Laboratory provides research-backed guidance on wood species selection for outdoor use in cold climates, and we use that knowledge when recommending cedar versus pressure-treated pine for your specific yard.
We reply within one business day. You will answer a few questions about your yard and what you need the fence to do, so we arrive at the site visit already thinking about your situation. No pricing pressure on the first call.
We measure the fence line, note tree roots, slopes, and existing structures, and confirm your property line location. A written estimate covering materials, labor, permit fees, and cleanup follows within a few days.
We submit the Maplewood zoning permit and schedule your installation after approval. Spring and early fall book quickly - reaching out ahead of those windows gives you the most flexibility on start dates.
The crew digs post holes, sets posts in concrete, and lets the concrete cure overnight before the boards go up. Most Maplewood backyard fences are finished in one to two days. We walk the completed fence with you before the crew leaves.
Free written estimate, no obligation. We handle the Maplewood city permit and explain every step before any digging starts.
(612) 493-3415Minnesota's freeze-thaw cycle is the single biggest threat to any fence post. We set every post below the 42-inch frost depth in Maplewood and use concrete footings rated for this climate. That is why our fences do not lean in year two or three.
We pull the Maplewood zoning permit as part of every job and encourage you to confirm your property lines before digging starts. Building a fence in the right place - even a few inches the right way - avoids neighbor disputes that can be expensive to resolve.
Cedar costs more upfront but requires less maintenance and looks better longer. Pressure-treated pine is a solid, budget-conscious choice when properly sealed. We give you an honest comparison so you spend what makes sense for your situation - not what costs the most.
Post-hole dirt, lumber scraps, packaging, and leftover hardware are all hauled away before the crew leaves. After a one-to-two-day installation, your yard should look finished - not like a job site.
We have been building fences in Maplewood and the surrounding east metro long enough to know what fails here and why. Post depth, permit compliance, and honest wood recommendations - those three things are what set a fence that lasts from one that becomes a project again in a few years.
Fully enclosed outdoor living spaces that pair with a privacy fence to give you a bug-free, sheltered yard from spring through fall.
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Learn MoreSpring and fall book fast - reach out now to secure your start date and get a written quote before the busy season fills the schedule.