Wood Fence Contractor in Greenville SC

Wood privacy fences in Greenville SC built with cedar or pressure-treated pine. Posts set in concrete at the right depth for our soil. 4 to 8 foot heights, double-gate options, and a written workmanship guarantee on every panel.

Cedar wood privacy fence on residential property

We Install Wood Fencing Across Upstate SC

Wood is still the most popular privacy fencing in the Upstate. It looks natural, costs less than vinyl or aluminum, and weathers beautifully when it's sealed.

We build wood privacy fences with the posts set the right depth (24 to 36 inches depending on fence height; taller fences need deeper posts), a concrete footing on every post, and a top line that follows the lay of your land. Pick cedar for natural rot resistance or pressure-treated pine for the best price per foot.

How the Top Line Follows the Land

On sloped or rolling Upstate yards, the top of a wood fence follows the lay of your land instead of running dead level. Each panel steps down with the grade so the bottom rail stays the same distance from the ground all the way across. The fence reads as one continuous line of work, not a stair-step of cut panels.

Final price depends on the length of fence, how many gates you need, the grade, removing any existing fence, and material upgrades. Quotes are fixed at the on-site estimate.

Wood fence installation in progress

Wood Fence Styles & Materials

A wood fence in Greenville SC has to handle our humidity, the hard summer sun, and red clay that holds water around the post bases. The style, the type of wood, and how the posts go in all matter for whether the fence still looks new in 10 years.

Wood Fence Installation in Upstate SC Red Clay

Red clay holds water against wood fence posts, which is the single biggest reason wood fences rot at the base long before the panels do. Every post we set goes 30 inches deep in concrete with a stone drainage base underneath it, so water moves away from the wood instead of pooling around it.

We space posts 8 feet apart on a standard 6-foot privacy panel, with three rails (top, middle, bottom) to keep the fence rigid. If your area requires a permit for a fence over 6 feet, we'll tell you at the estimate and give you the drawings and specs you need to submit. See our full fencing service for other materials, or check out vinyl fencing if you want zero maintenance.

Cedar wood fence cap rail and grain detail
Frequently Asked

Real Answers, Upstate SC Prices.

What is the best fence material for privacy?
Solid wood privacy fencing (typically 6 feet, pressure-treated pine or cedar) offers the highest privacy at the lowest cost. For longer lifespan with low maintenance, aluminum or composite are stronger choices in higher-end Greenville and Lake Keowee markets.
Does the top of the fence run level or follow the slope?
On sloped or rolling Upstate SC lots, the top line of the fence follows the lay of the land. Each panel steps down with the grade so the bottom rail stays at a consistent distance from the ground. We do not force a dead-level top line across a hill because it leaves big gaps under the panels.
Do I need a permit for a wood fence in Greenville SC?
Most standard 6-foot residential privacy fences in Greenville do not require a permit. If your jurisdiction does require one, we'll let you know during the estimate and supply the drawings, specs, and material details you need to submit. A few HOAs and historic districts also have their own approval process; the homeowner handles that side.
How long does a wood fence last in Upstate SC?
A properly installed pressure-treated wood fence Greenville SC install lasts 15 to 20 years before the posts need replacement. Cedar lasts 20 to 30 years thanks to natural rot resistance. The single biggest factor is whether the posts were set with a stone drainage base, fences without one rot at the base in 8 to 10 years. Every DFence Co wood fence is set on stone.
Should I stain or paint a wood fence?
Stain is the right call for any wood fence in Greenville SC. Stain penetrates the wood and lets it breathe; paint creates a film that traps moisture and peels in 3 to 5 years in Upstate humidity. We recommend a semi-transparent oil-based stain reapplied every 3 to 4 years to keep the color crisp and the wood protected.

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