Serving Stephenville, TX and surrounding areas. (254) 263-6954
When repairs no longer make sense and the fence needs to come out, we handle the full job - removal, permit, installation, and cleanup - built for Erath County soil and what Stephenville weather actually does to a fence.
Fence replacement in Stephenville, TX means removing the old fence completely - posts, rails, and all - and installing a brand-new one from the ground up, with posts set for Erath County clay soil; most standard residential jobs are completed in one to three days.
Homeowners typically reach this point after years of patching individual boards or posts, or after a spring storm takes out a section that was already failing. A fence that has been repaired multiple times often has underlying structural problems that no single repair will solve. If you are not sure whether repair or replacement is the right call, that is a fair question - and the answer usually depends on how much of the structure is still sound. You can learn more about what targeted work looks like on our fence repair page.
Replacement also gives you the chance to choose a different material or style than what was there before. If the old fence was a basic wood privacy fence and you want to explore other options, our wood fence installation page covers the materials and configurations we install most often in Stephenville.
Walk your fence line and give each post a firm push. If it moves, wobbles, or leans noticeably, the post has lost its hold in the ground. In Stephenville's clay soil, this often happens gradually as the ground expands and contracts through wet and dry seasons - and once a post goes, the panels attached to it are not far behind.
A few bad boards can be replaced. But if cracking, splitting, or boards pulling away from the rails is showing up across a third or more of the fence, the underlying structure is usually failing too. At that point, a full replacement is typically more economical than continued repairs.
Stephenville's spring storm season can bring straight-line winds of 60 to 70 miles per hour. A fence that took a hit and was patched together is rarely as strong as it was before. If it happened once, the next storm season will test it again - usually harder.
An untreated wood fence in this climate has a hard ceiling on its useful life. If yours has been standing for 15 years or more without ever being stained or sealed, the wood at the base of the posts is almost certainly rotting even if the top of the fence looks okay. Rot at the base is invisible until a post snaps.
Every replacement starts with full removal of the old fence - posts, rails, panels, and concrete footings where possible. We handle the required City of Stephenville permit and call 811 before any digging begins to locate utility lines. Posts are set deeper than the minimum for this area and anchored in concrete sized for the clay-heavy soil. The most important factor in how long a new fence lasts is how the posts are set, and we do not cut corners on that step. If you are replacing a wood fence and want to protect it from the start, we can coordinate with our fence repair and wood fence installation teams to make sure the new structure is set up correctly before anything else is scheduled.
Material choice matters a great deal in this climate. Wood is the most common choice in Stephenville neighborhoods and holds up well with periodic maintenance. Vinyl costs more upfront but needs almost no upkeep once installed. Chain link is a practical option for larger or rural properties where cost per foot matters more than privacy. We will walk through the trade-offs with you and give you a written quote for each option you are considering so you can compare them side by side.
The most popular choice in Stephenville - natural look, good privacy, works well when properly treated and maintained after installation.
Best for homeowners who want a low-maintenance option that holds up in Central Texas heat without periodic staining or sealing.
Right for larger lots, rural-residential properties, or any situation where cost per linear foot and durability matter more than privacy.
All old fence material - posts, panels, rails, and hardware - is removed and hauled away the same day the new fence goes in.
The clay-heavy soil in and around Stephenville is the single biggest factor in how well a new fence holds up over time. Clay swells when it gets wet and shrinks when it dries out, and that movement is relentless. Posts set at the minimum depth will shift within a few years - we set them deeper and use a concrete mix designed to resist the movement. Erath County also sees serious spring storms, sometimes with straight-line winds strong enough to rack a fence that was not installed with that load in mind. Every replacement we do accounts for both the soil and the wind.
Stephenville has grown steadily, and newer subdivisions on the edges of town often have HOA rules about fence height, style, and materials. If you live in one of these neighborhoods, check your HOA documents before signing a contract - you may need association approval even after the city permit is in hand. We will ask about this upfront and help you sort it out before any work begins. We serve homeowners throughout the broader area, including Weatherford and Cleburne. For more guidance on what to expect from professional fence work in Texas, the American Fence Association is a useful reference.
We respond within one business day. We will ask basic questions about your fence length, what material you are considering, and whether your neighborhood has HOA rules. That lets us come prepared for the on-site visit.
We measure the job in person and give you a written quote that breaks down material, labor, and permit fees separately. If you are deciding between materials, we walk through the real trade-offs for this climate so you can make a confident choice.
We apply for the required city permit and call 811 to have underground utilities marked before any digging starts. This step typically takes a few business days and is required before the crew can begin. We coordinate it - you do not have to.
The crew removes the old fence first, then digs new post holes, sets posts in concrete, and builds the new fence. Most jobs finish in one day. Before we leave, we walk the fence line with you - check gates, check level, check for gaps - so anything that needs attention gets fixed on the spot.
Free written estimate. Permit handled. We respond within one business day.
(254) 263-6954The most common reason a new fence fails early in this area is posts that were not set deep enough to resist the expansion and contraction of Erath County clay. We set posts at a depth and with a concrete volume designed for this specific soil. When you get quotes, ask each contractor exactly how they handle post depth here - a clear, specific answer is a good sign.
The City of Stephenville requires a permit for fence replacement, and a contractor willing to skip it is a warning sign. We pull the permit as a standard part of every job, coordinate the inspection, and make sure your new fence is documented. That record protects you if a neighbor disputes the placement or if you sell your home. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation maintains contractor registration records you can check at tdlr.texas.gov.
Nobody wants to spend a week looking at a pile of old fence boards and concrete chunks in their backyard. We haul away all old fence material the same day the job is done. Before we leave, we walk the fence line with you so you can flag anything that needs attention while the crew is still on site.
We will not sell you a full replacement if repairs are genuinely the right answer. If an inspection shows that most of the structure is sound, we will tell you. Homeowners who get an honest answer are the ones who call back and refer us to their neighbors - and that matters more to us than a single larger job.
A properly installed fence should stand for 15 to 20 years with basic maintenance. We do the groundwork - literally - to give yours that kind of lifespan, and we are not done until you have walked the line and said it looks right.
New wood fence installation for properties that want the natural look and privacy that board-on-board and dog-ear styles provide.
Learn MoreWhen the structure is mostly sound, targeted repairs to posts, boards, and rails can extend the life of your fence without a full replacement.
Learn MoreSpring storms in Erath County come fast - reach out now to lock in your installation date and get a fully permitted fence in the ground before the weather turns.
