- Privacy, board-on-board, shadowbox, picket and horizontal styles
- Cedar or pressure-treated pine — we explain the trade-offs honestly
- Posts set in fast-setting concrete
- Matching walk gates and double driveway gates
Typical installed price
- 6 ft wood privacy
- $50–$80 per linear foot
- 6 ft cedar board-on-board
- $60–$90 per linear foot
Materials and labor for a typical residential job. Your exact price comes in a free written quote after we measure. See all prices
Styles we build
- Privacy (solid board) — the classic 6-foot backyard fence.
- Board-on-board — overlapping boards, no gaps even as the wood shrinks.
- Shadowbox — alternating boards that look good from both sides; great for neighbors.
- Picket — 3–4 foot front-yard fences with curb appeal.
- Horizontal / modern — clean lines that pair well with newer homes.
Built for Chicago weather
Freeze-thaw cycles push shallow posts out of the ground, which is why so many wood fences lean after a few winters. We set every post in concrete at the depth your town’s code requires and use galvanized or stainless fasteners so the fence stays straight and rust stains don’t streak the boards.
Keeping it looking good
Stain or seal a new fence after the wood dries out (usually a few months), then every 2–3 years. Ask us about staining when we quote your project.
Common questions
How long does a wood fence last in Chicago?
A well-built cedar fence typically lasts 15–20 years and pressure-treated pine 10–15, depending on sun, soil moisture and how often it is stained or sealed.
Cedar or pressure-treated — which should I choose?
Cedar resists rot and warping naturally and looks better as it ages; pressure-treated pine costs less up front. At your free estimate we compare both for your yard and budget.
Do I need a permit for a wood fence?
Most Chicago-area towns require a fence permit and limit height (often 6 feet in back yards). Rules vary by town and HOA, so we check yours before we start.