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What’s Covered on This Page

• Residential Fence Installation
• Wood Fence Installation and Replacement in Hallandale Beach
• Vinyl Fence Installation in Hallandale Beach
• Aluminum Fence Installation in Hallandale Beach
• Do I need a permit to install a fence in Hallandale Beach?
• What fence material works best in Hallandale Beach’s climate?
• How deep do fence posts need to be set in South Florida’s sandy soil?
• Do I need a fence around my pool in Hallandale Beach?
• Can you install a fence on a property with tight setback lines?

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Residential Fence Installation

If there is one investment you can make to improve your Hallandale Beach property and home, this might just be it. Maybe you want a bit of privacy from the neighboring property. Or maybe you want security for your kids and pets, or perhaps you would just like the increased curb appeal. Whatever the case may be, a fence that has been installed to code will deliver what you need and the peace of mind it offers. From Three Islands to Golden Isles, properties are small and setback lines are tight, and when two neighbors’ properties share a lot line, installing a professional fence can be a wise choice.

We handle the entire process. We perform all the necessary on-site work, such as the property survey and utility locates. We pull all permits from the Hallandale Beach Building Department. We post all the posts in the ground. We install every rail and panel that completes the fence, and we are there at inspection. It is a done deal and all you need to do is specify the type and material of fence you want on your property.

Material Options for Every Property and Budget

Choosing a fence involves selecting a style and material that matches your aesthetic preferences, how much effort you want to put into upkeep, and what you want your property to do for your neighborhood. We will install each of these four fence types with care:

Wood fencing continues to be a favorite among those who would prefer that classic, natural wood appearance. Pressure-treated pine is your most budget-friendly option and does pretty well in South Florida’s environment as long as it’s well-sealed. Cedar and cypress are both more premium and can offer their own natural rot resistance along with a beautiful wood-grain finish. Wood fencing is also an excellent choice for a private fence. In a six-foot solid or board-on-board fence, all you would have to see into your property is blocked out by a continuous line of boards, which is especially well-suited to homes that share property lines along NE 14th Avenue or in the smaller residential neighborhoods east of Dixie.

Vinyl fencing is the top choice for anyone who likes the look of a painted wood fence but doesn’t want the constant upkeep and upkeep. It won’t rot, warp, or crack like a painted wood fence. Plus it never needs to be repainted. In Hallandale Beach with its salty air, intense UV exposure and heavy summer storms, this is the ultimate solution. We will put in everything from vinyl privacy panels and semi-privacy vinyl fences with lattice toppers to vinyl picket fencing that would look great on both modern and traditional homes. Vinyl is also offered in various other colors. Some homeowners like the natural tan and gray tones, or the realistic woodgrain styles that mimic natural cedar.

Aluminum fencing is ideal for homeowners who want an open, decorative style but are not interested in blocking out views. In Golden Isles, this style of fencing is very popular because many properties are waterfront or located next to a canal. While maintaining these views, the fencing clearly defines the boundaries of the property. The material also will not rust or corrode, as might be the case with traditional wrought iron, which is a big plus in our humid, salty coastal air. This material is also often mandated to be installed around swimming pools to comply with the self-closing and self-latching gate requirements in the state’s pool barrier code for residential construction.

For homeowners who want to enclose a large yard or keep pets in a contained area, chain-link is often the most economical choice. This fencing doesn’t have to be made with just galvanized steel, as it can be ordered with black or green vinyl coating, which makes it blend much better with landscaping. Chain-link can even be used with privacy slats. This is a good option for homeowners who want the functionality of chain-link, but want to add an element of privacy as well.

Post Depth and Setting: Critical to Fence Longevity in South Florida

How deep and how securely fence posts are set in the ground is probably the single most important factor in a fence’s longevity. South Florida’s sandy soil is not a material to be setting posts into. Posts set too shallow will shift, lean, or fail over time. Add in the threat of heavy downpours from summer thunderstorms or the sustained high winds of a tropical storm, and it’s clear that post depth needs to be taken into serious consideration.

When we install new six-foot-tall fences, we always set the posts to a minimum of 36 inches deep. We typically go even deeper on corner posts, gate posts, and end posts, which need more support to compensate for the lateral force they exert on the fence’s structure. All post holes are completely filled with high-strength concrete. This sets the post deep enough that wind uplift will have little to no effect, and it is also strong enough to withstand the wind’s lateral force, pushing in the fence. We often set the fence posts even deeper, as much as 42 inches, depending on what the wind zone of the fence’s location is in the city.

This is not just a “practice.” In fact, our fence company is required to build to a code. Hallandale Beach is part of Miami-Dade County’s High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) and must meet the high wind-resistance standards of the Florida Building Code. Fence construction in Miami-Dade is designed to withstand wind loads of 180 mph. That dictates the amount of time between posts, how deep they need to be in the ground, how large the concrete footings need to be, and even the type of screws used to attach the rails and panels. An experienced contractor, and a licensed fence builder, is fully versed in the county requirements, and will ensure that every fence is built to meet or exceed the standards.

Hallandale Beach Fence Building Permits

Many homeowners don’t realize that in Hallandale Beach, a new fence or a replacement fence requires a building permit. The zoning code controls fence height, setback from the property line, materials in some overlay zones, and visibility triangles on corners. And within a community like Three Islands, HOA architectural review rules might also dictate what colors and styles are allowed, as well as what the height limitations are.

We will handle all the paperwork, from permits to site plans to product specification sheets. Then, when the fence is installed, we schedule the final city inspection for you so that your permit can be signed off on. That way, you’re not left worrying that a fine or a lien might come your way, or the property might become a problem when you’re ready to sell. An open permit or a missing permit is by far the most common problem that comes up during a title search in a South Florida home sale.

What to Expect From Your Fence Installation

Most residential Hallandale Beach fence installations take a day or two to complete, depending on the size of the yard and type of material. We’ll start in the morning with a property line and gate location walk-through of your site. We then get right to setting the posts while the concrete is curing to prepare your site for panels and hardware. By the time we get back to hang rails and panels, the post footings have set. When we leave your property, we have cleaned up the job, and we’ll walk you over to your new fence before we depart.

Wood Fence Installation and Replacement in Hallandale Beach

Hallandale Beach salt air really does its number on wood. We see it weekly in neighborhoods like Golden Isles when fences fall apart in less than ten years, disintegrating from the inside out because moisture soaked in to begin rotting and mold growth that eventually causes the wood to decay and must be completely replaced. And there’s no denying that the proper wood fence is still the prettiest one out there.

Cedar and cypress are two good wood fence materials for Hallandale Beach properties because they are naturally oily and repel moisture better. Pressure-treated pine is the least expensive fence material of the three but performs well if it’s properly sealed and maintained. If you would prefer a wood fence, we’ll help you choose the species of wood suited for this environment and make sure it is properly installed so it holds up the first time through. Every post is set in concrete and every board and board edge is attached with hardware that resists rust and corrosion. Every gate hangs level so it will swing properly for years to come.

So, what can be done for your yard? Take a look at our entire page detailing our Wood Fences service for material comparisons, style designs, and a free estimate.

Vinyl Fence Installation in Hallandale Beach

For homeowners looking to upgrade their property with fencing that can withstand the harshness of South Florida’s climate while avoiding future expenses for repainting, resealing, or restaining, vinyl fence installation provides an ideal combination of longevity and beauty. Wood that warps and rots in humid environments and metals that rust around coastal areas are just a few examples of what to avoid when you build your fence, which is why many Hallandale Beach locals are going with vinyl. The panels are impervious to water, resist sun fading, and can withstand all the elements that a Florida backyard might be exposed to. Once it is installed, your vinyl fence needs nothing but the occasional garden hose to keep it looking good and clean for many years to come.

One of the most popular fencing materials in many of Hallandale Beach’s condo-friendly neighborhoods is vinyl. Condo and community HOAs typically have strict rules on the style, height, color, and appearance of the fence they allow on your property. Vinyl is available in a variety of different styles, from solid white fence panels to semi-privacy and picket designs. They also maintain the same uniform factory finish that HOAs look for year after year. And since it won’t fade, peel, or lose its color like painted wood, every fence in the neighborhood looks just like the others.

Common in the Foster City and Diplomat neighborhoods, you’ll often see vinyl used around a pool enclosure or to divide your yard. Florida has strict pool safety laws to ensure that fences are tall enough and the gaps are small enough to prevent small children from accessing the pool without supervision. Six foot high vinyl privacy fences that come with a self-closing/self-latching gate meet all the current safety codes, while also providing you the seclusion you want while at your pool. The nice, smooth panels are also free from any potential splinters when you or your family are using the fenced-in pool deck or area, which you might have bare feet or wet skin.

You also get the benefit of PVC resistance when you’re building in Hallandale Beach. Salt air is constantly floating inland from the Atlantic Ocean, and this is what accelerates the rusting process and the decay of your outdoor fences. Aluminum and wrought iron have to be coated and repainted every so often to keep them from degrading. Your typical wood fence has to be stained periodically, and even then, it is still very susceptible to moisture damage in high humidity areas like Hallandale Beach and Broward County in general. Wood is also prone to rot and insect damage, but since vinyl is a non-porous material, this isn’t an issue. Moisture and moisture-based materials like mold won’t stick to your vinyl fence and PVC is not a food source for anything, including termites.

When installing your vinyl fence, the posts need to be in concrete footings 24 to 36 inches down depending on the soil composition and how tall of a fence you want. Reinforced steel or aluminum posts will help to add to the strength of your posts. Many homeowners are unaware that the lifespan of a vinyl fence is just as dependent upon the expertise of the installer as the quality of the material itself. Insufficiently deep post setting or inadequate rail attachment can cause leaning, cracking, or even total fence panel loss during tropical storms.

Vinyl also has great design versatility. Among vinyl’s most popular options is full privacy, shadowbox, and decorative ranch rail. Full privacy panel is the most opaque design, blocking the outside view while shadowbox and ranch rail are semi-permeable designs that give your backyard less of a closed-off feeling. Colors include tan, gray, clay, and woodgrain textures in addition to classic white vinyl, meaning your fence can complement your home’s exterior color scheme while enjoying the low maintenance of vinyl.

Vinyl fencing also can prove to be the most cost-effective option when factoring in the long-term cost of ownership. Though the initial cost typically exceeds that of pressure-treated wood, a vinyl fence can easily last 20 to 30 years in South Florida without needing repair. Wood fences often need to be painted or stained every two to three years, and sections are frequently replaced within the first few years due to rotting or storm damage. Vinyl doesn’t require any of these upkeep costs. In addition, a great number of quality vinyl products come with 20 year to lifetime warranties from the manufacturer, providing additional peace of mind.

Whether you’re building a pool enclosure near the Diplomat, need a private backyard in Foster City, or simply want to satisfy HOA fencing requirements without spending your weekends caring for the property, consider a vinyl fence. For more information on vinyl fences and to browse through different style options, request a free estimate, and find more information about your home’s curb appeal on our full service page.

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Aluminum Fence Installation in Hallandale Beach

Aluminum resists the corrosive effects of salty air better than most materials, and that can be a big factor in coastal Florida. Aluminum doesn’t rust like wrought iron, and won’t require periodic painting, sealing, or other maintenance to protect its aesthetic appeal. We provide aluminum fencing around pools, yards and businesses in and near Golden Isles. Strong and durable yet relatively lightweight, our aluminum fences are pre-engineered to comply with local building code requirements for safety, including self-closing gate latching and correct spacing between pickets. For homeowners who want to explore what professional fence contractors are doing with aluminum and other materials across South Florida, the top-rated metal fabrication experts in Homestead, FL offer a useful point of reference for understanding regional standards in metal fence construction and fabrication.

If you want a low maintenance fence that looks clean and modern while still giving you a great view of your yard, an aluminum fence might be the option. Stop by our aluminum fence page to view different styles and request a free quote for your next fence project.

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