What to Expect During Fence Installation

If you have never had a fence installed, it helps to know what the process looks like. Knowing the steps takes the guesswork out of it and lets you plan your yard. Here is a plain walkthrough of fence installation for homeowners in Orlando, Maitland, Longwood and nearby cities.

The site visit

It starts with a visit to your property. We look at the yard, talk about what you want and point out anything that could affect the plan, like slopes, trees or utility concerns. This is a great time to ask questions and talk about gates, materials and style. You leave knowing what the project involves.

Permits and approvals

Before work begins, the necessary approvals need to be in place. Requirements vary by city, county and neighborhood, and many communities have homeowners association rules too. Confirm what applies to you with your city and your association. If you have questions about how that works, ask us and we will explain what we can.

Marking the layout

Next, the fence line is marked out so you can see exactly where it will go. This is your chance to confirm the placement and the locations of your gates. It is much easier to adjust a marked line than a finished fence, so take a good look. Walk the line with the installer and picture how you will move through the yard once the fence is up.

Clearing the line

The path of the fence has to be reasonably clear. That may mean moving plants, toys, furniture or anything else along the line. If an old fence is coming out, it is taken down so the new one has a clean start. Let your installer know about sprinkler lines, landscape lighting or anything buried that you know about, so everyone works around it.

Setting posts

Posts are set first because they are the backbone of the fence. Holes are dug at the marked spots, posts are placed and checked for straightness, and they are set so they can hold up the weight of the fence. This stage matters a great deal, because a fence is only as steady as its posts. Central Florida soil can be sandy or soft in places, and a good installer plans for that.

Hanging panels and gates

Once the posts are in place and set properly, the panels, rails or pickets go up between them. Gates are hung and checked so they swing freely and latch the way they should. A careful installer keeps the lines straight and follows the ground so the fence looks neat from every angle.

Cleanup and final walkthrough

When the work is done, the crew cleans up the work area and removes leftover materials. Then you walk the fence with the installer, check the gates and ask any last questions. You should feel comfortable with how everything looks and works.

How you can prepare

Make sure pets are safe, clear the fence line where you can and let neighbors know work is coming. Good communication keeps everything easy.

Ready to talk it through? Call Discount Fence of Orlando at 407-612-6200 for a free on-site estimate.