Traverse City MichiganWood Fencing

Our wood fences in Grand Traverse County offer an elegant fencing option, blending visual appeal with functionality to enhance any setting.

Wood fences are a timeless and classic choice for adding charm and privacy to any property. Known for their natural beauty and versatility, wood fences come in a variety of styles and designs to complement your style. Whether you need a fence for aesthetics or privacy, wood fences offer an attractive solution.

Wood Fence Contractor in Traverse City Michigan

Traverse City Michigan Wood Fence Features

The key components of our wood fences offer quality construction and detailed craftsmanship for durable installations.

Wood fence features popular with Traverse City Michigan homeowners
Wood fence features popular with Traverse City Michigan homeowners

Wood Posts

Crafted with quality materials, our wood fence pickets blend beauty and versatility to enhance the look of any property. These pickets offer a stylish and timeless look, providing property owners with a range of options to choose from. Adding both charm and reliability, they play a vital role in our superior fencing offerings.

Wood fence features popular with Traverse City Michigan homeowners

Wood Rails

The careful installation practices and design of our wood fence posts prioritize quality, serving as an efficient and dependable foundation for our fences. By providing sustained support, strength, and stability, these posts are important for ensuring the enduring lifespan and resilience of our fencing solutions over time.

Wood fence features popular with Traverse City Michigan homeowners

Wood Pickets

The rails in our wood fences are necessary for structural integrity and stability. Combining durability with functionality, these rails provide vital support for the fence panels, ensuring even weight distribution for lasting reliability. Made from pristine materials, they enhance the strength and visual appeal of our fences.

The durability and strength of a wood fence are upheld by three essential components: the rails, pickets, and posts. These are essential components that ensure the lasting strength and endurance of each fence installed by our team. By carefully considering the quality and construction of these key elements, a wood fence can withstand the test of time and weather with ease.

Wood Fencing Common Uses

Our wood fences offer versatility and diversity, catering to various preferences while enhancing the aesthetics and security of any property.

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Wood pet fencing in Traverse City Michigan

Wood Pet
Fencing


Our wood pet fences are tailored to provide safety and security for pets for local homes and businesses. Ensuring a safe area for furry friends to play, these fences offer a durable solution that balances aesthetics with functionality, enhancing the overall appeal.

Wood privacy fencing in Traverse City Michigan

Wood Privacy
Fencing


Constructed with solid panels and versatile designs, our privacy wood fences deliver heightened seclusion and tranquility for local properties. With durable materials, craftsmanship, and customizable options, these fences create a retreat while enhancing any space.

Wood decorative fencing in Traverse City Michigan

Wood Decorative
Fencing


Our decorative wood fences offer a perfect combination of aesthetics and functionality, enhancing the appeal of any property. With intricate designs and premium materials, these fences add style and charm while providing protection for residential and commercial spaces.

Traverse City MichiganNo-Dig Wood Fences

No-dig wood fences offer the classic appeal of a traditional wood fence with a modern twist. Steel posts, driven into the ground instead of wood ones, enhance overall durability.

One of the major benefits of no-dig wood fences is the increased lifespan of the structure. The steel posts used are more resistant to rot and weather damage compared to traditional wood posts. They won't warp or decay over time, keeping your fence looking great for years. The fence maintains a natural wood appearance, as wood boards are attached to the steel posts to conceal them. The installation process is quicker and less invasive to your property in Traverse City Michigan.

No-dig wood fences are perfect for areas with challenging terrain, as the steel posts are driven into the ground with ease, eliminating the need for digging or concrete. While the wood still requires regular upkeep, the sturdy steel posts ensure that the fence remains secure, even in difficult conditions.

Instant Estimate Tool

Compare the pricing of different fence options and styles using our FREE online estimate tool. You can get a free fence estimate to help you decide what is best for you.

Wood Fence Warranty Information

Grand Traverse Fence is unable to provide a workmanship warranty on our residential wood fences due to characteristics of the material that are beyond our control.

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Traverse City Michigan Wood Fence Warranty Information

Yes! We are a leading wood fencing contractor across the entire Traverse City Michigan area.

Our crews are specially trained in the latest wood fence installation techniques, ensuring that your fence will look great, function properly, and hold up to the harsh weather typical of Traverse City Michigan.

Pricing on all fencing materials can fluctuate, but generally speaking, the up-front cost of wood fencing is usually lower than other types of fencing. Over time, wood fencing requires regular maintenance, including sealing, staining, or painting, so remember to consider these expenses when calculating the price of your wood fence.

Proper care and maintenance of your wood fence will extend its life for many additional years. Ultimately, the decision is yours to make, but we recommend using a high-quality stain or sealer to protect your investment.

The harsh weather conditions in Traverse City Michigan can severely impact wood fences that are not properly cared for. Speak with one of our fence experts to learn more about the specific steps you can take for your particular situation.

Wood fencing is a popular option for homes and businesses in the Traverse City Michigan region. Wood fences that are properly built and maintained are strong enough to withstand the weather conditions across Traverse City Michigan.

When cared for, wood fences will look great and last for years!

Prices on wood fences are highly dependent on the amount of fencing you need as well as the exact style, height, and options you select.

We provide wood fencing quotes for free! E-mail us or give us a call and our team of friendly, experienced staff will be glad to walk you through the process and plan a consultation.

Important!

We encourage you to speak with one of our fence experts before focusing solely on price! There are cheaper, very poor quality wood fence brands available that are not nearly as durable, will fade, will often warp, and have limited, if any, warranty. We don't use them.

There are also very inexperienced and unprofessional fence installers who continually cut corners and don't stand behind their work, regardless of what their so-called warranty says.

Wood fences must stand up to the physical demands of the Traverse City Michigan weather, and physical abuse from falling branches, landscapers, neighbors, animals, and more.

Shopping for the cheapest fence is generally not the best way to choose the fence you want to protect and beautify your home and the people you care about.

Wood fences typically have no warranty on materials, but they usually have a workmanship warranty.

However, there are specific options you can choose that may come with warranties, even on the materials! Speak with one of our fence experts to learn the details of the wood fence options you are considering.

Whether you need a residential wood fence or a commercial-grade wood fence, it generally only takes a few days maximum for one of our fence experts to get to most areas of Traverse City Michigan, walk your property, and give you a detailed estimate of your wood fence project.

You can certainly call us to get even faster answers from our fence experts!

Once you approve the estimate, we can often install wood fences in most of Traverse City Michigan within 1 to 3 weeks, but please check with our office about your specific project. At times throughout the year, that timeframe may be less, or it may be longer.

Other things can delay the start of a fencing project. If you choose wood fence material, style, color, or options that must be specially ordered, your fence installation will often be delayed. Like nearly every fencing contractor in the Traverse City Michigan, we do not stock a large amount of wood fencing options. These materials come from various manufacturers, and shipping and delivery times are beyond our control. We will help you identify, in advance, any of your choices that are likely to cause these additional delays, and we will offer alternatives whenever possible.

Make it Easy on Yourself!

Don't stress yourself! Our fence experts will gladly come to your property and take all necessary measurements! We are a full-service fence company that specializes in wood fence installation. You do not need to work hard to get a great new fence.

DIY Fence Estimate

If you'd like to get a rough idea on your own about how much fencing you will need, follow these easy steps:

  • If you know the dimensions of the area you wish to enclose, add the length of each side together. Use a tape measure. Rough estimates are fine; there is no need to be too precise.
  • Be sure to subtract the length of any structures, like a house, a barn, or a shed, that will serve as part of the barrier. This will give you a rough estimate of how much fencing you need.
  • For even greater accuracy, subtract the length of any gates you will be using. Often, gates are priced much differently than fencing. For this reason, we recommend that property owners looking to develop their fence estimate list the gates separately. A standard walk gate is approximately 4 feet wide, and a standard single driveway gate is closer to 10 feet wide.

Caution!

Wood fencing is often priced and sold by SECTIONS, not by linear feet! Even when the linear footage is included specifically in price estimates, the total number of sections is a factor in this pricing. So, price per linear foot is only a rough estimate and rarely represents the actual cost of the finished fence!

If you would love to explore and explain this difference, you can speak with one of our fence experts. Be aware that price per linear foot is a ploy many unprofessional fence installers in the Traverse City Michigan area use!

Wood fencing is unique in its ability to be utilized for such a wide array of applications. Listed below are some of the most popular applications of wood fencing:

  • Decorative Wood Fencing
    Many decorative styles of wood fencing are perfect for showcasing areas of a property or sectioning off a portion of your yard. Wood rail fences and wood picket fences are two of the most common decorative styles of wood fencing.
  • Wood Privacy Fencing
    Wood fencing is an excellent option when you are looking for a privacy fence. Available in many styles and able to be painted or stained in a variety of colors, it is a versatile, attractive option suitable for both residential and commercial properties.
  • Wood Perimeter Fencing
    Wood fencing is the staple of privacy fences. Popular across Traverse City Michigan, a 6-foot dogear wood privacy fence is likely the single-most requested fence we install.

Every local municipality has a separate set of requirements when it comes to building permits, and that includes wood fencing. Sometimes, the specific height of the fence, placement of the fence, or purpose of the fence can impact the need for a permit. There are also HOA considerations in some areas.

We have installed many wood fences in almost every possible area across Traverse City Michigan so we are happy to answer these questions and guide you through the process.

The best way to get specific answers quickly and accurately is to call your town building code office.

There is no bad time of year to get an wood fence in Traverse City Michigan. As professional fencing contractors, we build wood fences across Traverse City Michigan all year!

There are certain times during the year when our installation schedule is busier, but our fence team always does its best to get you the fence you need right when you need it. Reach out today to find out what our current schedule looks like. We always have room for one more fence!

Fence placement is ultimately the responsibility of you, the customer. Moving a fence after installation can be costly, so getting a survey to be safe is never a bad idea. In many cases, the property lines are clear and well-marked and installing your fence can be done without an official survey. However, some municipalities do require it, so be sure to check!

Many small fence companies in Traverse City Michigan install wood fencing. Very few specifically train their teams on the best installation techniques and practices for wood fencing. Unfortunately, this means that your wood fence is probably not installed as securely as it could be, which ultimately can reduce the quality and lifespan of your wood fence.

Using inferior installation techniques and improper tools can also damage the wood fence during installation, which may have the unfortunate impact of voiding the manufacturer's warranty since you chose an unqualified contractor not approved by the manufacturer.

Here are some of the main pitfalls of working with non-professionals:

  1. The Wood Fence Warranty is Void
    If the individual or company that installed your wood fence is no longer in business, the workmanship warranty on the fence and the gates is worthless.

  2. The Fence Almost Certainly Won't Last As Long
    As a professional fence company, our team of installers undergoes rigorous training and constant professional supervision. Our dedication to improving our skills, knowledge of the best fencing materials, and best wood fence installation techniques maximizes the strength and life of your fence. Companies that install wood fences as something they do "on the side" usually have no idea how much they don't know about wood fencing or what is best for you and your property.

  3. Your Property May be at Risk
    Installing wood fences in the Traverse City Michigan area can be risky. Sudden, harsh weather during the fence installation can blow materials and damage your home. We've seen concrete splatter onto cars or drip down beautiful driveways or walkways as buckets of wet concrete are transported. Deep tire tracks sinking into your grass is another common issue. The secondary damage to homes and yards is common when untrained labor installs the fence.

    Additionally, you are at risk if anyone gets hurt on your property while they are working. If you hire an unlicensed or uninsured contractor, you may be liable and your homeowner's insurance may deny payment!

At first glance, hiring a novice to install your wood fence may save you a few dollars, but in the long run, it is almost certainly a price you cannot afford to pay!

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