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Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL and surrounding areas. (754) 283-8518
Your yard should feel private and finished. We build wood and privacy fences in Fort Lauderdale using materials and post depths suited to South Florida's soil, rain, and storm season.
Wood and privacy fence installation in Fort Lauderdale means choosing the right lumber for South Florida's humidity, setting posts deep in concrete to handle our sandy soil, and pulling the city permit before any digging starts - most residential jobs run one to three days on-site once the pre-work is done.
Fort Lauderdale homeowners invest in privacy fences for a few common reasons: they want their backyard to feel like their own space, they need to meet the pool barrier requirement, or they are preparing the home for sale and want to add that finished, enclosed look. In the city's denser neighborhoods - where lots sit close together and second-story windows are common - a solid six-foot fence is often the difference between a yard you use and one you avoid. If you are considering a low-maintenance alternative, see our vinyl fence installation service as well.
The honest truth about wood fences in South Florida: they require more ongoing maintenance than vinyl because the humidity and rainfall are relentless. That said, nothing matches the look and feel of real cedar, and many homeowners prefer it for exactly that reason. We will give you a straight answer about what to expect from both options.
If you can push on a post and feel it move, or boards are cracking and pulling away from the rails, the fence has reached the end of its useful life. In Fort Lauderdale's wet climate, wood deterioration happens from the ground up - check the bottom of your posts and boards first, since that is where moisture damage shows up earliest.
South Florida's hurricane and tropical storm season runs June through November, and even a moderate storm can snap posts, blow off boards, or shift a fence off its footings. If your fence survived a storm but looks visibly shifted or has sections that are no longer plumb, it may be structurally compromised even if it is still standing.
Florida law requires a barrier around residential swimming pools. If you are installing a pool or have one without an enclosure, a privacy fence built to the right height with a self-latching gate is something you will need before the pool can be legally used. Waiting until the last minute before an inspection adds stress you do not need.
If you are spending time in your backyard but feel like you are on display - from a neighbor's window, a busy street, or a nearby property - a privacy fence fixes that immediately. This is especially common in Fort Lauderdale's denser neighborhoods, where lots are smaller and homes sit closer together than in inland communities.
We build wood privacy fences in cedar and pressure-treated pine - both solid options for Fort Lauderdale, with different trade-offs in cost and maintenance. Cedar naturally resists rot and insects, which matters a lot in a climate where your fence stays wet for months at a time. Pressure-treated pine costs less upfront but needs more attention over time to stay in shape. We also build solid board-on-board privacy fences, dog-ear privacy panels, and open-picket designs depending on what your yard and HOA allow. If your project is a screened enclosure rather than a fence, see our screened-in porches and screened decks service for a different approach to enclosing your outdoor space.
Every installation includes a free on-site estimate, property-line measurement, city permit application, and HOA submission if your neighborhood requires it. Gates get extra-reinforced posts because they take the most daily wear - a gate that sags and stops latching is the most common complaint we see with rushed fence jobs. We build gates right the first time.
Best for homeowners who want natural rot and insect resistance in Fort Lauderdale's humid climate, with minimal chemical treatment.
Suits budget-conscious homeowners who are comfortable with regular sealing and staining to extend the fence lifespan.
Ideal for homeowners who want a solid visual barrier with a classic finished look on both sides of the fence.
Built to meet Florida's pool safety requirements - correct height, self-latching gate hardware, and inspection-ready from day one.
Fort Lauderdale averages over 60 inches of rainfall per year and stays humid nearly year-round. That constant moisture is what causes boards to swell, warp, and rot faster here than in drier parts of the country. The material choices your contractor makes - and whether they apply a sealant at the end of the job - genuinely determine how long your fence lasts. On top of that, Broward County's sandy coastal soil does not grip posts the way denser inland soil does. Posts set too shallow will lean or fall after a few seasons of wind and rain. We set posts deeper than standard practice and use concrete on every job - it is non-negotiable in this region. Homeowners in Coral Springs and Plantation face the same soil and rainfall conditions, and we serve both cities regularly.
Fort Lauderdale also sits squarely in South Florida's hurricane corridor. A solid six-foot privacy fence acts like a sail in high winds, so the design and post depth matter as much as the materials. Some homeowners in our area opt for a lattice-top or spaced-board design that lets wind pass through while still providing privacy at eye level - worth discussing with your contractor based on your location. HOA rules in neighborhoods like Victoria Park, Coral Ridge, and the barrier island communities can also affect height limits, setback requirements, and approved wood species, and we review those guidelines before a single post goes in the ground.
We respond within one business day to schedule a free on-site visit. We walk your fence line, measure the property, note any slopes or obstacles, and ask about your HOA. You receive a written estimate that breaks out materials, labor, permit fees, and gates separately.
We apply for the Fort Lauderdale building permit and arrange for underground utility lines to be marked before any digging starts - both required by Florida law. The permit process typically takes one to three weeks. We handle it; you do not need to chase anything.
The crew sets posts first, pouring concrete around each one to lock them in place. Once the concrete cures, they attach the rails and fence boards. For larger yards this may span two days. You do not need to be home the entire time, but being reachable by phone is helpful.
Once the fence is up, we walk it with you to check that gates latch, boards are aligned, and the fence line follows your property boundary. A city inspector may also sign off on the permit - we coordinate that visit and let you know when it is scheduled.
Free estimate, written proposal, no surprises. We handle permits and HOA submissions from start to finish.
(754) 283-8518We recommend materials based on your specific situation - budget, maintenance preferences, and how close you are to the coast. Cedar is the better long-term choice in South Florida's humidity, and we will tell you that honestly rather than just quoting the cheapest option.
Fort Lauderdale's sandy coastal soil requires posts set deeper and in more concrete than standard practice. We do not cut this corner. A fence that leans within two years is a sign that the contractor did - and we have seen it on too many replacement jobs to let it happen on ours.
A large share of Fort Lauderdale neighborhoods have HOA rules that govern fence height, style, and setback. We review those guidelines before any work begins and handle the city permit through Fort Lauderdale Development Services on your behalf. You will not get a violation notice after the fence is built.
Before any post hole is dug, we call Sunshine 811 to have underground utilities marked - it is required by law in Florida and protects everyone involved. This step is automatic on every job we do, not something you need to ask about.
These are not selling points - they are the basics of doing the job right in Fort Lauderdale. A fence built with the wrong wood, too-shallow posts, or no permit is a liability, not an asset. We build them the other way.
Want to enclose your outdoor space with screens instead of solid panels? We build screened porches and deck enclosures throughout Fort Lauderdale.
Learn MoreLooking for a zero-maintenance alternative to wood? Our vinyl fence installation service covers the same permit and HOA process with a material that never needs painting.
Learn MoreCall us or submit an estimate request today. We respond within one business day with a written quote and honest answers about what your yard actually needs.