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You are not the only one whose home is unenclosed by a fence. In contrast to many other nations across the world, not having a home fence is more typical in the US. In the US, around 50% of residences have fences.

Yet, building wood fences around houses and other buildings is always a smart move. JC Fence’s wood fences offer a plethora of advantages, from safeguarding your loved ones to keeping your yard healthy during stormy weather.

However, you need to be aware of the various types of wood fences that are offered before you contact your neighborhood. Wooden privacy fencing, conventional fencing, and fencing for your entire property are all options.

Which alternative is the greatest for your needs and those of your house? With our advice, we are assisting you in figuring out the response to this query. For all the information about wooden fences you’ve been looking for, keep reading!

JC Fence Company’s Fences for Residential Privacy

You are probably searching for a privacy fence if you care more about function than appearance. A privacy wood fence for your backyard may keep your house safe and guarantee that your pets and young children don’t wander off.

Yet, a wooden fence may make or destroy the exterior appeal of your house. Your fence should blend in with the aesthetic of your house as a whole. That is where ornamental wooden fence designs might help.

Traditional privacy fences as well as more ornamental designs are available at JC Fence Company. Here are the best types of residential wooden privacy fences.

Styles of Vertical Board Fencing

About as simple as useful as it gets is a vertical board fence. There are no decorative fence patterns in them. Instead, these fences are made of closely spaced, vertical slats that don’t have any gaps for airflow.

As you might expect, the absence of gaps and the lightweight nature of these slats make vertical board fences susceptible to toppling over in strong winds. Yet, if you want a relatively inexpensive privacy fence to reduce noise, this might be your best choice.

JC Fence Company offers vertical board fences that is anything from a few feet to over six feet tall, depending on your needs. Vertical boards, however, block off light like louver fencing, which can make tiny yards appear even smaller.

Vertical board fencing and solid panel fencing are practically identical. The distinction is that solid hardwood planks, not lighter, more cost-effective slats, are used to construct these kinds of fences.

Moreover, these privacy fences frequently have extras like extra posts or top-mounted latticework. Air and light flow can be improved in this way, which solid panel fence can significantly hinder.

Solid panels can easily blown over during the windy season, just like vertical board fences. These might have a nicer aesthetic than vertical board fences. But the reason for this is that solid panels are far more expensive than board slats.

Picket Fences for Privacy

For suburban homes, a white picket fence is a traditional ideal. These fences are no more than four feet tall and have spaces between each picket. For a traditional appearance, they frequently have garden gates and ornate finishes.

These barriers are beneficial for windy places, practically speaking. There is no concern about collapse because the wind easily passes through the spaces between each pillar.

Moreover, picket fences do not need to be white. JC Fence Company’s wood fences can be stained in whatever color you like. Although far less expensive than privacy fencing, these residential fences won’t prevent large dogs and older children from escaping the yard.

A dog-eared privacy fence is an option if you desire a picket fence for privacy. Vertical pickets are arranged side by side in these picket-like fences. For maximum seclusion and beauty, the pickets are joined by three horizontal slats.

Lattice-Top Fencing for Privacy

For the garden, lattice fencing is a popular choice. These fences have wooden slats that zigzag and are frequently of various thicknesses. This choice appeals to those with green fingers because you can teach plants to climb the lattices.

The spaces between the lattices, like picket fences, are helpful for letting wind through. They can also enlarge the appearance of small yards. The lattice structure allows light to penetrate through, which can make any place appear larger.

These fences can be constructed tall to hold both children and dogs. If you want the best of all worlds, you can even combine vertical board privacy fencing with lattice-style woodwork.

Horizontal Board Fences

These fences have wooden slats or boards that are horizontal. The slats now go side to side rather than top to bottom. In contrast, the majority of composite fences include horizontal wood slats.

But what is composite wood exactly? A type of artificial wood known as composite is constructed of plastic and sawdust. Real wood or commercial metal posts can be used in conjunction with composites by homeowners.

The strength, paintability, and ease of maintenance of composite wood are its advantages. But, a composite fence is probably not the best option if you want the appearance of real wood.

You might be surprised to learn that composites are more expensive than actual wood, so if you are on a tight budget for a wood fence, this is not the ideal choice. Nonetheless, this fence is the greatest option for you if you want a privacy fence that will last for at least 20 years.

Wood Fencing with a Vertical and Horizontal Combination

You can get fences with both vertical and horizontal slats in addition to dog-eared privacy picket fences and lattice top fences.

For instance, board-on-board wood fences have vertical slats that are closely spaced apart. The slats are held together by three horizontal connectors.

These fences resemble shadow box wood fence designs very much. This design has a classic board-on-board structure on one side of the fence. The distinction is that the fence’s rear side has slats with gaps to simulate shadows.

Elegant Privacy Fences

Not every privacy fence must have a practical appearance. For your backyard, JC Fence additionally offers ornamental wooden fence options.

Wood fences with concave and convex tops are made of straightforward vertical board construction. The top of these fences is what makes them special. You can have them curved in either an n-shape or a concave u-shape (convex).

The cap and trim fence is the most aesthetically pleasing type of privacy fence. Wood fences with a cap and trim have vertical boards joined by a border of horizontal slats.

Ornamental posts are often found on cap and trim fences. To complement a more classic design home, homeowners frequently add ornate caps on these posts.

Fences for Farms & Ranches

The usage of fences on farms and ranches was mentioned in some of the earliest recorded references to them. Even though times have changed, the need for fences to keep cattle on your property and pests off has not.

Do you need fencing for your ranch or farm? We have the following alternatives to suit your needs.

The Rail and Post Fence

Maybe the oldest type of fence available is post and rail. Round or slatted posts that have been driven into the ground and secured there with concrete are used in this style of fencing. Then, horizontal slats link one post to the following.

Post-and-rail fencing frequently has three or four rails. For strength and privacy, rails can be set closely together. However, for a more rustic appearance, you can have your fence made with rails that are spaced farther apart.

Children, pets, and small livestock should not be contained by these fences. For horse ranches, cow farms, and other rural properties with larger animals, post-and-rail fencing works well.

The Crossbuck Fence

For farms, ranches, and other big estates, Crossbuck fencing is a high-end solution. They resemble post-and-rail fencing almost exactly. The main distinction is the X-shaped crossing of the middle two slats.

The posts are typically closer together, which is one of the other characteristics. Four slats are used in all crossbuck fences: two horizontal ones at the top and bottom, and two diagonal ones to form the distinctive cross.

The price of this kind of fencing is comparable to that of post-and-rail fences. Due to the additional labor required to guarantee that the posts are precisely aligned to fit the longer X-shaped slats, you might spend a little bit more.

Want One of These Wood Fence Designs for Your Property in Massachusetts?

There are numerous types of wood fences available. Select from ranch and farm fencing, ornamental fences, and privacy fencing. You can also work with JC Fence Company in North Andover, Massachusetts to create a one-of-a-kind fencing solution for your house.

Are you trying to choose the best wooden fence for your home or backyard? For a good reason, JC Fence is the top fence provider in Massachusetts. Find out the cost of your ideal fence using our instant pricing tool!

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Hidden Posts

PostMaster+ is the only steel fence post on the market designed to be hidden from view.

Both sides of your fence will showcase beautiful cedar posts while the steel on the inside creates a durable, long-lasting fence.

Easy to Clean

Vinyl fencing can be cleaned easily with a regular garden hose. If you get a little mildew from moisture or shady conditions, you can use a mild dish soap and then spray off the fence with a garden hose. Vinyl fences are very easy to clean, making them a great option for minimal maintenance fencing.

Stronger Posts

We understand that your fence is only as strong as your posts. This is why we take great care to use the strongest posts, free of defect. We not only offer heavy-duty wood posts but also offer metal posts and PostMaster+ post options for an even stronger post.

All high-quality posts are built to ensure that your fence stands strong for years to come.

Better Fence Pickets

We build with only the best fence pickets. These are not the typical fence pickets anyone can buy from the local big-box stores. We have partnered with suppliers to provide the highest quality wood fencing materials.

Premium Rails

Much like our fence pickets, our company takes care to only build with rails with minor defects. Taking the time to use premium fence materials helps ensure your family can enjoy the security and privacy of your new fence for years to come.

Decorative Details

Our team is committed to going the extra mile in every detail of your fence project.

Customize your fence project by asking about our add-ons we offer: decorative post caps, trim, and custom railings.

Nice Finishing Caps

Our team prides themselves on putting in the little details that make your fence unique to you. Ask your representative about adding premium finishing post caps to your Chain Link fence project.

Premium Chain Link Mesh

Our chain link mesh offers a high level of security for residential, industrial, and commercial properties.

Manufactured with you in mind to provide you with security and beauty at the same time.

Top Quality Fence Rails
We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to ensure your investment is built to last. Adding a top rail to your chain link fence project creates an extra level of durability and security.
Stronger Posts & Hardware

A benefit of choosing our team to install your chain link fence is that we use only the most durable fence posts and hardware.

Chain-link fences are known for being the last fences standing during hurricanes, tornados, and other severe weather events.

Seamless Design

Our metal fence panels are fabricated through a welding technique that combines laser and fusion technology to create a virtually invisible structural connection at every picket to rail intersection. 

Our team’s expertly crafted construction is unmatched in strength and durability.

Coated Galvanized Steel

All of our metal fences are coated inside and out. Our galvanized metal framework is subjected to a multi-stage pre-treatment/wash, followed by a duplex cathodic electrocoat system consisting of an epoxy primer, which significantly increases corrosion protection, and an acrylic topcoat, which provides the protection necessary to withstand adverse weathering effects.

High Security Fencing

Maintaining a secure perimeter is your first line of defense against potential threats. A securely installed metal fence serves as a visual deterrent backed with heavy metal components that give a higher level of protection compared to traditional alternatives.

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Our metal fences come with a Limited Lifetime Warranty that protects against cracking, peeling, chipping, blistering and corrosion resulting in structural failure, without cause and workmanship and material defects through the manufacturer.

Beautiful Vinyl Fences

Vinyl fences are a bright, bold fence choice. Available in a variety of color choices, vinyl fencing can be installed in a many configurations to help you enhance the beauty of your property lines. And, because vinyl isn’t as porous as wood, this fences retain their color and finish much longer than wood fences so you can enjoy your fence for years to come.

More Options Available

Vinyl fencing is available in a wide variety of configurations to match any property, home, or purpose. Iconic, white vinyl picket fences give a feel of classic Americana with that white-picket-fence-style. Dark color fences can be installed to make a space look more elegant or modern. From short picket to tall privacy, vinyl fencing can be designed to enhance your backyard or business.

Limited Lifetime Warranty

You can feel confident in your investment as it comes with a Lifetime Limited warranty.

No other wood fence post even comes close to the performance and longevity of this innovative fencing system.

Stronger Fencing

Compared to wooden fences, vinyl fencing is much stronger. Quality vinyl fencing is flexible and durable, which helps vinyl out-perform wood fencing in windy conditions and with environmental exposure to UV rays and weather.

Eco-Friendly Fencing

Trex eco-friendly composite fencing is made from an innovative blend of 96% recycled wood and plastic—that’s almost the whole thing. Trex fencing led the way green fencing more than 20 years, well before green was a buzzword. Because in the end, all of us want to look out on our fences and know that we’ve done our part. As one of the largest plastic recyclers in the U.S., Trex saves 400 million pounds of plastic and wood from landfills each year.

Low-Maintenance

Trex fencing can be cleaned easily with a regular garden hose . If you get a little mildew from moisture or shady conditions, you can use a mild dish soap and then spray off the fence with a garden hose. Trex fences are very easy to clean and typically only require it semi-annually,  making them a great option for low-maintenance fencing.

Good Neighbor Fence

Unlike most fence types that have a “good side” and a “bad side,” with your Trex fence, you will get the same beautiful finish on either side. No unsightly picket defects or exposed support railings. A Trex fence is beautiful no matter what side of the fence you are on. 

25 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty

The power of the outdoors has met its match. Trex is engineered to endure decades of foul weather and foot traffic…with the warranty coverage to prove it. 

With our 25-Year Limited Residential Warranty, you can rest assured that your backyard investment is well protected.

Versatile Infill Options

Want to create a super durable fence that’s as unique as you? With a FenceTrac system you can pair their patented, durable U-channels with the infill that best fits your style. FenceTrac is designed to be used with nearly any type of rigid infill, so you can create the exact look you want.

Durable Metal Frame

FenceTrac comes in with a durable textured matte black powder coat finish consisting of a multi-stage process of industrial, weather-resistant finish. The sturdy metal frame creates a stronger, longer-lasting fence. FenceTrac’s metal frame is also compatible for fencing sloped grades with precision. 

Stronger Trac Channels

FenceTrac U-channels are manufactured from 18-ga. roll-formed galvanized steel for superior strength and durability. This system is built to be long-lasting and customizable to match any yard.

Modern, Sleek Design

FenceTrac’s revolutionary, innovative fence system features one of the most modern, sleek designs on the market. Not only are these fences long-lasting, but they are also highly customizable as well as fashionable.

Noise Reduction

A noise reduction fence is an excellent way to create a relaxing, quieter environment for your yard. A masonry fence built between a noise source and your home provides an effective sound barrier and will reflect noise away from your yard – leaving you with a quiet oasis. 

High Security Fencing

Security fences keep your property safe from trespassers and provide safety and protection to the area the fence encloses. A masonry fence creates a solid, protective barrier to ensure the security of your yard and your family.

Enhances Curb Appeal

Masonry fences are not only a durable way to protect your property, they are also beautiful. Adding a masonry fence is a great way to quickly add curb appeal to your property that will last for years. Unlike wood fences which can be susceptible to termites, mold and fungus, masonry fencing is naturally pest-proof, fire-proof, and low-maintenance.

Never Shrink, Warp, or Rot

PostMaster+ fences are designed for more than just presenting a seamless fence, it is an investment in peace of mind.

PostMaster+ is designed to not shrink, warp or rot like wood posts.

Withstands Up to 112 MpH Winds

Your PostMaster+ fence system can be configured to withstand up to 112 MpH winds.

Steel posts protect your investment from damaging wind while cedar offers protection from bugs, rot, and warping.