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Our custom fence services in Dallas, TX bring your vision to life with one of a kind designs. From decorative wood to ornamental metal, we collaborate on style, height, and layout so your new fence enhances curb appeal and fits your property perfectly.
Legendary Fence Company Dallas provides professional custom fence throughout Dallas, TX, Texas and the surrounding area. Our licensed, insured crew delivers safe, clean, on-time work with a free estimate before anything begins. Call 469-457-3680 or request your free quote.
Custom Residential Fences Built for Dallas Homes
Legendary Fence Company Dallas designs and installs custom fences that match how you actually use your property, not a one-size-fits-all layout. Every custom fence project starts with a site visit at your Dallas home, where we walk the yard with you, mark property lines if they are visible or based on your survey, and talk through how you want to use each area. For example, side yards often need privacy and trash can screening, while backyards might need a clear line of sight to a pool for safety.
During this visit we measure slopes, locate sprinkler lines, utilities, and existing structures, and check for drainage patterns. These details affect how high your fence can be set without creating water pooling or gaps at the bottom, which is a common problem in older Dallas neighborhoods with uneven lots. We also look at your home’s style, brick color, roofline, and existing trim so the custom fence does not look tacked on, but integrated.
From there, we create a clear written proposal that outlines materials, heights, gate locations, hardware types, and any upgrades like steel posts or custom cap-and-trim details. You will know exactly what is included, where the fence will run, and what it will look like before we start. Our goal is to give you a custom fence that functions correctly in Dallas soil and heat, not just something that looks good on day one.
Material Options That Work in Dallas Heat and Soil
Custom residential fences in Dallas must handle clay soil movement, intense summer sun, and occasional storms. Legendary Fence Company Dallas walks you through material options with those exact conditions in mind, not just a generic catalog list.
Wood custom fences are popular in neighborhoods across Dallas from Lake Highlands to Oak Cliff. We commonly install high-grade cedar for longer life and better resistance to warping, and we recommend steel posts set in concrete instead of wood posts for most Dallas yards. We explain board options like board-on-board for maximum privacy, side-by-side for a more budget friendly solution, and horizontal layouts for a modern look. We discuss details such as top caps, trim boards, and kickboards to protect the bottom of the fence from weed eaters and soil contact.
For homeowners wanting very low maintenance, we offer vinyl and ornamental steel custom fences. Vinyl works well for privacy along side yards and rear property lines, especially in subdivisions where HOAs restrict colors and styles. Ornamental steel is ideal around pools or front yards where visibility and curb appeal matter. We use powder coated steel that stands up to Dallas sun and is less likely to chip and rust than older painted iron. We also offer mixed-material designs, such as cedar privacy sections paired with steel frames and posts, so you get the warmth of wood without sacrificing strength.
Designing Custom Fences Around Privacy, Security, and Curb Appeal
An effective custom fence solves specific problems on your property. Legendary Fence Company Dallas starts the design conversation by asking what matters most to you: privacy from nearby two story homes, containment for kids or pets, improved security, or strictly visual appeal.
For privacy in closer Dallas neighborhoods, we might recommend an 8 foot cedar board-on-board fence in the backyard, with a slightly lower 6 foot fence along the front sides to keep the street view open. If your yard backs up to an alley, we can design a reinforced gate with upgraded latches and steel frames to deter forced entry. Around pools, we design to meet or exceed local pool barrier standards, including self-closing, self-latching gates, and specific picket spacing.
We also pay attention to how a custom fence looks from your side, not just from the street. You can choose which side faces the neighbor, whether you want metal frames visible or hidden, and how gates align with walkways and patios. Details like arched gate tops, decorative caps, and integrated trellises can be added selectively where they enhance curb appeal rather than across the entire project, which helps control costs.
If you have specific needs such as dog-proofing for small breeds, we adjust picket spacing and ground clearance so there are no escape routes. For homes backing up to greenbelts, we often recommend a blend of privacy sections and open-view ornamental sections so you keep your view while still defining your boundary.
How the Custom Fence Installation Process Works
Legendary Fence Company Dallas follows a clear step-by-step installation process so you know what will happen on your property and when.
After design approval, we confirm property lines using your survey when available. If you do not have a recent survey, we explain your options and limitations, and we mark the proposed fence line for your review before digging. We call in utility locates when required to identify gas, electric, and communication lines so post holes are placed safely.
Our crew then removes the existing fence if needed, hauls away debris, and prepares the line. For most custom fences, we set posts in concrete at appropriate depths based on fence height and soil conditions. In many Dallas areas with expansive clay, we increase concrete depth and diameter to reduce movement. We allow proper cure time, which is essential when supporting heavier custom gates.
Once posts are set, we build the frame, install rails and stringers, then attach pickets or panels. During this stage we adjust for slope to avoid both large gaps and uneven stepped sections. Gates are custom built and hung on site so they swing correctly even if your yard is not perfectly level. Hardware such as hinges and latches is upgraded on heavier custom gates to prevent future sagging.
Before we leave, we walk the fence with you, confirm that gates latch and swing as requested, and review any maintenance tips specific to your chosen materials. We keep the site as clean as possible, including removal of old concrete, nails, and scrap materials so your yard is ready to use immediately.
Permits, HOAs, and Local Requirements in Dallas
Custom residential fences in Dallas often involve more than just design and installation. Legendary Fence Company Dallas helps you navigate the practical issues that can slow a project if they are not addressed early.
Inside the Dallas city limits and some nearby municipalities, fence height and placement are regulated. For example, front yard fences and corner lots near intersections usually have stricter visibility rules than interior lots. We discuss these rules with you during the planning phase and can coordinate with the city when permit review is required for taller or specialty fences.
If you live in an HOA community in areas such as Far North Dallas, Lakewood, or newer subdivisions, your association may have strict guidelines on height, color, materials, and placement. We encourage you to obtain and share your HOA guidelines before finalizing the design. We can then design your custom fence so it complies the first time, which reduces the risk of having to modify or remove work after an HOA inspection.
For properties with pools, we pay close attention to barrier requirements, gate hardware, and latch heights. These details matter for safety and can affect home insurance. If your fence is part of a property line between two neighbors, we are happy to meet with both parties, explain options, and provide separate quotes if costs are being shared.
Cost, Long Term Value, and What Drives Your Custom Fence Price
The cost of a custom fence in Dallas depends on more than just the length of the run. Legendary Fence Company Dallas explains pricing up front so you can make informed choices.
Key cost drivers include material type, fence height, terrain complexity, and the number and type of gates. Cedar with steel posts will cost more initially than basic pine with wood posts, but it usually lasts longer and looks better over time in Dallas weather. Ornamental steel and vinyl options have higher material costs but much lower maintenance costs over the lifespan of the fence.
Gates are another major factor. A single basic walk gate adds less than a large double drive gate with upgraded frames, specialty latches, or automatic openers. If your layout requires multiple gates to access alleys, side yards, or pool areas, we discuss whether all of them need to be full sized gates or if smaller access gates will work.
Slope, tree roots, and obstacles can increase labor time. For example, if a large tree must remain on the fence line, we may need custom framing to work around it without damaging the trunk. Rocky sections or old, deeply set concrete footings from previous fences also add to labor. We identify these challenges in advance wherever possible and explain how they affect the estimate.
We also talk honestly about long term value. Spending a bit more on better posts, hardware, and finishes usually prevents early sagging, gate failure, and repeated repairs. Our goal is not to sell you the most expensive option, but to help you choose a custom fence that performs well in Dallas conditions for many years without constant attention.
