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Serving Kerrville, TX and surrounding areas. (830) 386-1933
You want a fence that stays plumb after the first Texas summer. We set cedar posts through limestone bedrock so they last, handle your permit, and leave your yard clean when we go.
Wood fence installation in Kerrville, TX means setting posts into Hill Country limestone, attaching cedar rails and boards, and most residential jobs wrap up in one to two days.
Homeowners here deal with two conditions that make fence installation different from most of Texas: rocky limestone soil that requires proper post depth to keep things plumb, and intense UV exposure that can age an unsealed board within a couple of seasons. Choosing the right wood and the right contractor makes the difference between a fence that looks solid five years from now and one you are patching every spring.
If you are weighing your material options, vinyl fence installation is a popular low-maintenance alternative that holds up well to the Hill Country sun, though many homeowners prefer the natural look and feel of cedar. Either way, the post installation process is essentially the same - and it is the most important part of any fence.
Walk your fence line and look at each post from the side. A post tilting even a few inches is no longer holding the fence upright. In Kerrville, this often happens when posts were set above a limestone shelf and never reached adequate depth. Once a post leans, the boards attached to it pull away and the problem spreads fast.
Wood that has been through several Kerrville summers without sealing shows it: deep grain cracks, a silvery color, and boards that feel soft when you press them. Soft wood means rot has started. One bad board today can mean a whole section replaced next year. More than a quarter of your boards showing these signs usually means full replacement is the better value.
If you can see through gaps between boards, or the fence sags low enough for a dog to push under, it is no longer doing what you installed it to do. This is common in older Kerrville neighborhoods where fences from the 1990s have simply reached the end of their useful life.
Real estate agents in the Kerrville market consistently note that a clean, solid fence improves curb appeal and signals a well-maintained property. A visibly deteriorating fence can become a negotiating point at closing that costs more than a replacement would have.
Most of the wood fences we install in Kerrville are cedar privacy fences - six-foot boards set tight enough to block sightlines from neighboring yards. We also build four-foot decorative and boundary fences, eight-foot tall privacy walls for homeowners who need the extra height, and custom configurations around pools, gardens, and uneven lots. For homeowners who want the privacy look without the wood maintenance, we often discuss privacy fence installation options that include vinyl and other materials as part of the same conversation.
Every wood fence project includes drilling or digging post holes to proper depth for this soil, setting posts in concrete, installing horizontal rails, and fastening picket boards to finish. Gates with self-latching hardware are available on any installation. We pull the building permit required by the City of Kerrville and handle the scheduling around the inspection.
The most popular choice for Kerrville backyards - six-foot cedar boards that block sightlines and hold up to the Hill Country climate.
Four-foot picket or board-on-board styles that define your property line without fully enclosing the yard.
Wood fencing built to the height and gate specifications required for residential swimming pools in Texas.
Solid wood panels with gates and hardware designed to keep dogs and other animals safely inside the yard.
Single or double swing gates with self-latching hardware, sized to fit foot traffic, vehicle access, or both.
Full teardown and disposal of existing fencing before the new installation begins, so you start with a clean line.
The Texas Hill Country is not flat suburban ground. Kerrville sits on the Edwards Plateau, where limestone can appear just inches below the surface. Getting a fence post to the right depth - at least two feet down for a six-foot fence - often means running a hydraulic rock auger through solid limestone rather than just digging soil. Posts that stop short because the installer hit rock and moved on are the single most common reason fences in this area start leaning within a few years. Contractors who do not work regularly in the Hill Country sometimes do not account for this in their quotes, and the homeowner finds out after the fence is built. We drill through it every time because there is no other way to get the result that lasts.
The UV exposure here is another factor that separates Kerrville from most markets. With more than 220 sunny days a year and summer temperatures regularly pushing past 95 degrees, unsealed wood ages faster than it would in most of the country. Cedar is the right choice for this climate because its natural oils resist moisture and insects, but even cedar benefits from a coat of sealant within the first few months. We serve homeowners across the Kerrville area, including Ingram and Fredericksburg, where the same limestone conditions apply.
Reach out by phone or form and we will set up a free on-site visit within one business day. We measure the fence line, check the terrain, and identify any rock conditions before pricing anything.
After the walkthrough you get a written breakdown covering materials, labor, old fence removal if needed, and permit fees. No lump sums - every line item is spelled out before you sign.
We handle the City of Kerrville building permit before any work begins. Once it is in hand, we schedule your installation and confirm the date in writing.
The crew drills through limestone when needed, sets posts in concrete, and works through to a finished fence. Before we leave, we walk the whole line with you and haul away every scrap of debris.
We will respond within one business day, give you a written estimate with every cost spelled out, and handle the city permit before any work begins.
(830) 386-1933Most fence failures in this area come from posts that stopped short when they hit rock. We use hydraulic auger equipment sized for the Hill Country's limestone bedrock, so every post reaches the depth it needs to stay plumb through years of Texas heat and occasional hard freezes.
The number we agree to is the number you pay. Materials, labor, permit fees, and old fence removal are all on the page before anyone picks up a shovel. You will not get a call mid-project with a surprise upcharge.
Kerrville's newer neighborhoods have real HOA rules about fence height, style, and materials. We check your HOA guidelines before we pick up a board, so the fence we build is one you are allowed to have - not one that gets you a letter a month later.
We use cedar suited to Central Texas conditions - a wood with natural oils that resist rot and insects without chemical treatment. It handles Kerrville's heat cycles better than pine, which tends to warp and split within a few summers in this climate.
Every one of those points shows up on the job site, not just on a website. The American Fence Association publishes installation standards that cover post depth, concrete requirements, and gate hardware - the same benchmarks we use on every project in Kerrville and the surrounding Hill Country.
Low-maintenance PVC panels that never need painting, staining, or sealing - a popular alternative when you want the look of a privacy fence without the upkeep.
Learn MoreFull-height privacy fencing designed to block sightlines completely - available in wood, vinyl, and other materials to match your yard and budget.
Learn MoreSpring and summer book fast in the Hill Country. Call or send a message now and we will get back to you within one business day with a written quote.