What goes wrong with fences if you wait
Leaning fences
Posts that are too shallow or set without drainage rot at the ground line and lean within a few years.
Panels down after storms
Weak posts and poor bracing let windstorms push sections over.
Gaps and broken boards
Old fences lose boards and develop gaps, letting pets escape and reducing privacy.
Gates that sag
Gates without proper bracing and hinges sag and drag on the ground.
Common jobs we take on
- New wood privacy fence
- Fence replacement
- New gates
- Short garden and dog fences
How Lower Mainland weather affects fences
Wet ground for half the year and seasonal windstorms make fence posts the weak point in the Lower Mainland. Setting posts deep enough, with gravel at the base for drainage and concrete shaped to shed water, helps them last.
Most Tri-Cities municipalities limit fence heights, often around 1.8 m in back and side yards and lower in front yards. We check the local bylaw before building.
Warning signs to watch for
- An old fence that leans or has fallen sections
- Rotten or broken boards
- Gaps that let pets get out
- A gate that will not close properly
- Not enough privacy in your yard
Maintenance tips
- Stain or seal a new fence after it has dried, then every few years
- Keep soil and plants away from the bottom boards
- Check and tighten gate hardware yearly
- Inspect after windstorms
- Replace any damaged boards right away
How G2 Home Services handles fences
We remove and haul away the old fence, set new posts at the right depth with drainage gravel and concrete, and build your fence with quality cedar or pressure treated lumber. Gates get heavy duty hinges, latches and anti-sag bracing. We confirm your property line markers and local height rules before we start.
Every job is backed by our written promise: a locked-in price before we start, we redo anything you are not happy with, and a one-year workmanship guarantee.
New Fence Installation near you
We are based in Coquitlam and take on these jobs across the Tri-Cities, Burnaby, New Westminster, Vancouver, Richmond and the North Shore. Got other small jobs too? Add them to the list and we will do them in the same visit. See small jobs & odd jobs.
New Fence Installation: frequently asked questions
How tall can a fence be in Coquitlam?
Back and side yard fences are commonly limited to about 1.8 m, with lower limits in front yards. Rules vary by municipality, so we check yours.
Cedar or pressure treated?
Cedar looks great and resists rot naturally. Pressure treated lumber is very durable for posts. Many fences use treated posts with cedar boards.
How long does a new fence take to build?
Most backyard fences are built in a few days, depending on length and gates.
