Wood Fence Installation in Fort Collins, CO
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- Fort Collins zoning rules checked
- Colorado 811 locates before every dig
- Licensed and insured crews
Wood fence installation in Fort Collins is most of what we build. A cedar privacy fence gives you a quiet backyard, keeps dogs in and looks right next to older homes and new builds alike.
We set the posts, run the rails, hang the boards and gates, and leave the yard cleaner than we found it.
What Wood Fence Installation Includes
- A walk of the line and a check of Fort Collins height and setback rules
- Colorado 811 utility locates before any digging
- Posts set in concrete, with end, corner and gate posts set below the frost line
- Rails and boards in the style you choose: privacy, picket or shadowbox
- Gates built and hung on the same day (see fence gate installation)
- Tear-out and haul-away of an old fence if you need it
Privacy, Picket or Shadowbox?
A 6 foot privacy fence is the most common backyard fence in town. In Fort Collins, 6 feet is also the most a rear yard fence can be without stepping into the permit and variance process.
Picket fences work in front yards, where the city's limit is 4 feet. Shadowbox fences alternate boards on each side of the rail, so they look finished from both sides and let a little wind pass through, which helps on open lots.
Wood in a Dry, Sunny Climate
Fort Collins sits at about 5,000 feet with strong sun and low humidity. Untreated wood grays and checks faster here than in wetter places. A penetrating stain every few years keeps cedar from drying out and cracking, and we can stain a new fence once the wood has had time to dry.
What a Wood Fence Costs
| Style | Published range per foot |
|---|---|
| Wood picket, 4 ft | $10 to $36 |
| Wood privacy, 6 ft | $13 to $45 |
Published national ranges (Inch Calculator, 2026 data). Your quote depends on length, slope, gates and board style.
Wood Fence FAQ
How long does a cedar fence last in Fort Collins?
It depends on posts, sun and care. Keeping soil and sprinkler water off the boards and staining every few years makes the biggest difference.
Which side of the fence faces out?
Many owners put the finished side toward the neighbor or street. A shadowbox style looks the same from both sides, which avoids the question.
Can I build a 7 foot wood fence?
Rear yard fences in Fort Collins are limited to 6 feet by zoning, and anything over 6 feet needs a building permit. We will tell you what your lot allows.
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