➜ Fence Installation
FENCE INSTALLATION IN Decatur, GA.
A new fence is one of the few upgrades you look at every single day. Lindley's Fencing installs wood, vinyl, chain link, and ornamental runs across Decatur, GA, laid to your line and braced to hold it through hard clay, heavy rain, and the storms that roll through every spring.
A FENCE IS ONLY AS GOOD AS THE DAY YOU FORGET ABOUT IT.
Nobody wants to think about their fence. They want a gate that swings, a line that stays plumb, and boards that still look deliberate after a decade of Georgia sun. That is the standard we install to, and it starts long before the first panel goes up, in the layout, the post depth, and the material we recommend for your particular yard.
Poor installs fail in predictable places: shallow footings, over-long spans, and hardware that rusts through in a couple of humid summers. We eliminate those three first.
- Layout marked and confirmed with you
- Posts set deep and braced plumb
- Corrosion-resistant hardware throughout
- Free written estimate before we start
➜ FENCE INSTALLATION
NEW FENCING THAT FITS THE PROPERTY IT SITS ON.
No two lots on the same street behave the same way. One drops three feet across the back, another has a water main under the side yard, and a third backs onto woods where deer traffic decides the design. We measure before we quote, then build to what the ground gives us. That means racked sections on a slope, adjusted post spacing where roots interfere, and gate placement that matches how you actually move through the yard rather than where the plan looked tidy.
LOCAL GROUND RULES WE ALREADY KNOW.
Fencing here is governed by more than preference. Height limits differ between front and rear yards, corner lots carry sight-line rules, easements sit where you cannot dig, and homeowner associations often add another layer on top of county code. We check those requirements for your address before ordering a single post, call in utility locates, and set the fence where it belongs. Getting that right at the start is far cheaper than moving a finished run.
30 YEARS OF SETTING POSTS IN THIS SOIL.
Red clay does not forgive guesswork. It swells when saturated, shrinks tight in August, and slowly walks a shallow post out of true. Setting posts in it since 1992 has taught us exactly how deep to go, when to add gravel beneath the footing, and which materials hold their shape through that cycle. That shows up in fences that look the same in year 8 as they did on day one. Ready to see what your line would take?
WHAT A PROPERLY INSTALLED FENCE GIVES YOU
A LINE THAT STAYS TRUE
Posts set to depth in a well-drained footing do not lean, and panels on a square frame do not sag. You get a boundary that reads straight from the street for years without an annual straightening routine.
PRIVACY ON YOUR TERMS
Decide exactly how much of your yard the world sees. A solid run turns an exposed patio into a usable outdoor room, while a spaced design keeps the openness you like and still marks where your property begins.
SAFER SPACE FOR KIDS AND DOGS
A secure perimeter turns the whole yard into a place you can let go of for a minute. No chasing a dog down the street, no watching the driveway constantly, and no negotiating with a gate that will not latch.
CURB APPEAL THAT LASTS
The fence frames everything behind it. A style chosen to suit your house, in a finish that survives the climate, lifts how the entire property reads to visitors, to neighbors, and eventually to a buyer.
LOWER UPKEEP FROM DAY ONE
Right material, right fasteners, right spacing, and suddenly maintenance means an occasional wash rather than annual repairs. The money saved on call-backs and replacement boards usually outweighs what a cheaper install would have saved you upfront.
BOUNDARIES NOBODY ARGUES ABOUT
Building to a confirmed survey line removes the most common source of neighbor friction. Everyone knows where the property ends, and the fence itself becomes a shared landmark instead of a slow disagreement.
➜ WHAT WE INSTALL
OUR FENCE INSTALLATION WORK
We install the full range of residential and commercial fencing, from tall privacy runs to open ornamental lines, and every install includes the layout, the footings, the panels, and the gates.
WOOD PRIVACY
Wood Privacy Fence Installation
Pressure-treated pine or cedar built board by board on site, so the run follows your grade instead of stepping down it. Solid coverage, a warm finish, and a structure you can stain, seal, or leave to weather naturally.
LOW UPKEEP
Vinyl Fence Installation
Vinyl panels that never need staining and shrug off rot, insects, and moisture. A strong choice for owners who want a clean white or tan line around the yard with almost nothing on the maintenance calendar.
OPEN SPANS
Chain Link Fence Installation
Practical, economical containment for backyards, play areas, kennels, and commercial lots. Galvanized or black vinyl-coated mesh, with heights and gauges matched to whether you are keeping a puppy in or a crowd out.
CLEAR VIEWS
Aluminum and Ornamental Installation
Powder-coated aluminum panels that mark the boundary without hiding the yard behind it. Rust-free, code-friendly around pools, and a natural fit for front elevations where you want structure rather than a visual wall.
ACCESS POINTS
Gate Installation
Walk gates, double drive gates, and wide equipment openings, each hung on reinforced posts with hinges rated for the weight. We size the opening around what has to pass through it, not around whatever the panel width suggested.
GROUND WORK
Post Setting and Line Layout
The stage that decides everything else. We string the line, mark every hole, clear utility conflicts, then dig and set each post to depth so the finished fence has something honest to hang on.
➜ THE WORD ON OUR WORK
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY.
What we hear most is relief. Owners tell us the crew showed up when promised, the yard looked clean at the end of each day, and the finished line matched the drawing they approved. Several have called us back years later for a second property, which is the review that counts.
➜ Common Questions
frequently asked questions.
Installation questions come up in the same order on nearly every estimate. Here are the ones we answer most, straight and without the sales gloss.
How deep do fence posts need to be for a 6-foot fence?
Plan on 24 to 36 inches, roughly a third of the post length, with gate and corner posts going deeper. Depth carries the wind load, and a 6-foot privacy panel catches a surprising amount of it.
How long does a fence installation take?
Most residential yards are finished in 1 to 3 working days once materials are on site. Concrete footings need curing time before gates hang, and larger or heavily sloped properties naturally stretch that window.
Do I need a survey before a fence is installed?
It is not required by state law, but we recommend it. A current survey confirms your true boundary, keeps posts out of easements, and protects you from the expense of relocating a completed run later.
Should I talk to my neighbor before building a fence?
Yes, as a courtesy rather than an obligation. A short conversation about the line, the style, and which side faces out prevents nearly every fence dispute we have seen, and neighbors sometimes share the cost.
What is the best fence material for Georgia weather?
Humidity and heat reward materials that resist moisture. Cedar, vinyl, and powder-coated aluminum perform well here. Lindley's Fencing has installed all three across Decatur, GA for 30 years, provided posts are set with proper drainage.
How far apart should fence posts be spaced?
6 to 8 feet is standard, with the shorter spacing used for heavier privacy panels and windy exposures. Wider spans save posts upfront and pay for it later in sag, so we size the spacing to the material.
Can a fence be installed on a slope?
Yes. We either rack the panels so they follow the grade or step them down in level sections, depending on the style. Sloped lots are common around Decatur, GA, and Lindley's Fencing builds on site so the run racks cleanly.
How soon can I stain a new wood fence?
Give pressure-treated lumber several weeks to dry out first, sometimes a few months in a wet season. Sprinkle water on a board: if it soaks in rather than beading, the wood is ready to take a finish.
➜ HOW WE WORK
FROM FIRST WALK TO FINAL GATE, HERE IS HOW.
STEP 01
We Walk The Line With You
We meet you at the property, walk the intended run, and listen to what the fence actually has to do. Pets, privacy, slope, drainage, and daily access all get discussed on site before any number is written down.
STEP 02
We Check Height, Code, And Utilities
Your address decides what is allowed here. We confirm permitted heights, setbacks, corner sight lines, and any association requirements, then arrange utility locates so nothing buried gets discovered the hard way with a shovel.
STEP 03
We Lock In Materials And Layout
You see the material options side by side with their real lifespans and upkeep, and we agree on style, height, gate positions, and the finished line. All of it is written into the estimate before anything is ordered.
STEP 04
We Set Every Post To Depth
Holes are dug to spec, posts are plumbed and braced, and every footing is packed with drainage in mind. This is the slow part of the job, and rushing it is exactly what produces leaning fences.
STEP 05
We Build The Run And Hang The Gates
Rails, panels, or pickets go on once the footings have cured properly. Gates are hung last, squared to the opening, and adjusted so they swing freely and latch cleanly on the first try.
STEP 06
We Walk It Again And Clean Up
We inspect the finished line together, adjust anything that needs it, and haul away every offcut, wire clip, and bag of spoil. When we pull out, the yard should look like only the fence changed.
➜ GET YOUR FREE ESTIMATE
LET US PRICE YOUR NEW FENCE LINE, FREE.
Give us the address and a rough idea of what the fence needs to do, and we will come out, measure the run, and talk through the material choices honestly, including the ones that cost less. You will get a written estimate with no obligation attached to it and no pressure afterward. Every install we book in Decatur, GA begins the same way, with a conversation on site instead of a guess over the phone. Reach us through our contact page and we will find a time.
WHAT YOUR FREE ESTIMATE COVERS:
- On-site measurement of the full run
- Material options with honest lifespans
- Height and permit guidance for your address
- Gate sizing and placement recommendations
- A written price with no obligation
- A realistic installation schedule