Fence and Gate Work in Chico, CA

Chico is a town of very different fences. North of downtown in the Avenues, a lot of homes have older wood fences that have been patched, painted and leaned on for decades, with posts that were sometimes set straight into the dirt with no concrete at all. Near Chico State, rentals go through fences fast, between parties, pets and the occasional car backing into a gate. On the east side, in neighborhoods like California Park and Canyon Oaks, newer homes came with builder-grade fences that are now hitting the age where boards cup and posts loosen. And all over town, the same three things do the damage: summer heat that dries the wood out, winter rain that soaks the ground, and a north wind that shows up a few times a year and finds every weak post. Most Chico fences don't fail all at once. They lean for a while first, and that's the best time to call.

We handle everything from a single fence repair to a full new backyard fence, plus gates and vinyl fencing that never needs paint. Call or send the form, and we'll come look, tell you what's failing and what's still solid, and give you a written price before any work starts.

Older Fences in the Avenues and Near Downtown

The older neighborhoods north and south of downtown have some of the most character in town, and some of the tiredest fences. We often find redwood boards that are still in decent shape sitting on posts that have rotted right at the soil line. That's good news, because it usually means the fence can be saved. We dig out the old posts, set new ones in concrete, and rehang the original boards where we can, so the fence keeps its look. Front-yard fences here are often short pickets, and that's not an accident: in the city of Chico, front-yard fences are generally limited to 3 feet unless the city approves a permit. If you want something taller out front, we'll tell you what the city will ask for before we build.

Newer Homes on the East Side

In California Park, Canyon Oaks, Doe Mill and the other newer neighborhoods toward the foothills, the story is different. Many of these fences went up quickly when the homes were built, with thin boards and posts set just deep enough. Ten or fifteen years later, whole runs start leaning at once, often along a shared line where both neighbors want it fixed. California's good-neighbor fence law usually means the cost can be split, and we're happy to put the price in writing for both households. On sloped lots near the foothills, we also build stepped fence lines that follow the grade instead of leaving gaps underneath.

Rentals and Busy Yards Near Chico State

The neighborhoods around campus have a lot of rentals, and rental fences live a hard life. Gates get left open, slammed and leaned on. Dogs dig under the bottom boards. Bikes get chained to posts. For property owners and managers, the goal is a fence that holds up and doesn't need attention every semester. That usually means heavier gate hardware, a steel-frame or well-braced gate, and posts set deep in concrete. Many landlords switch to vinyl, since it never needs paint or stain and cleans up with a hose between tenants. Chain link with privacy slats is another low-cost option for side yards. We can also repair a fence between tenants on a tight schedule, and we'll send photos when the work is done if you're managing from out of town.

If you're near the south edge of town, our crews are in Durham often, and we head up the hill to Paradise most weeks too.