What fencing covers
A fence is a structure that catches wind, so it lives or dies by its posts. Post depth, spacing and fixing carry all of the load. Boundary position also matters, because a fence built in the wrong place is an expensive dispute.
A fence is a structure that catches wind, so it lives or dies by its posts. Post depth, spacing and fixing carry all of the load. Boundary position also matters, because a fence built in the wrong place is an expensive dispute.
Fences built to stand up to wind, with posts set properly and boundaries confirmed first.
Waystar carries out this work on residential and commercial property in Brooklyn and across New York City. Every project starts with a look at the building, and the scope, the materials and the figures are written down before anything begins.
When might you need it?
These are the signs owners usually notice first.
- Fence panels blown down or leaning after wind
- Posts rotted or loose at ground level
- A gate that drags, sticks or will not latch
- No boundary definition between properties
- A fence needing replacement after storm damage
What the work involves
- Boundary line confirmed before anything is set
- Post positions set out at the correct spacing
- Post holes dug to depth and posts set and aligned
- Rails and panels or boards fixed to the frame
- Gates hung with hardware sized for the gate weight
- Old fence and spoil removed from site
How the process works
Confirm the boundary
A fence in the wrong place is a legal problem, not a construction one.
Set out and dig
Post positions and depths set for the fence height and exposure.
Set the posts
Posts set plumb and aligned, and allowed to set before anything is fixed to them.
Fix panels and hang gates
Rails, panels and gates fitted with hardware sized for the load.
What you get
- Posts set to a depth that resists wind loading
- Boundary confirmed before construction rather than after
- Gates hung so they still close in a year
What affects the scope
- Fence height, which drives post depth and spacing
- Ground conditions and any obstructions
- Whether existing fencing has to be removed
- Number and size of gates
This is a preliminary planning range, not a quote. A property visit is required before any price is confirmed.
Frequently asked questions
How deep should posts go?
It depends on fence height and exposure. Too shallow is the reason most fences lean, and it cannot be corrected afterwards without resetting them.
Who owns the boundary fence?
It depends on the deeds. It is worth confirming before replacing a shared fence rather than after.
Why does my gate drag?
Usually a post that has moved, or hardware undersized for the gate weight. Both are fixable, but the post is the more common cause.
Services often needed alongside this
This service is part of Exterior Improvements.