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Fence Company in Chicago, IL: Installation, Repair & Gates

Chicago Fence Pros is a local fence company serving Chicago and the surrounding areas, including Evanston, Oak Park, Cicero, and Berwyn. Homeowners searching for a fence company near me in Chicago turn to us for new fence installation, repair, gate work, and storm damage restoration. We work in wood and vinyl, chain link, aluminum and ornamental iron, and we know the specific demands this region places on a fence line: the soil movement that works posts out of plumb, the humidity that accelerates wood decay at ground level, and the severe weather that can take down an entire run in a single event.

Whether you need a new Wood & Privacy Fence Installation, a fence repair, or help after a storm, we assess the whole fence line, not just the section that prompted the call. We quote honestly: sometimes a repair makes sense, and sometimes replacement is the better spend over time. Call (872) 259-5832 for a free estimate.

Why Fences Lean in Chicago: Clay Soil and Rotted Posts

More fences lean here than anywhere else we work, and most of the time it is not the pickets or rails that have failed. The real culprit is the post. Expansive clay soil swells when wet and shrinks when dry, working a post back and forth season after season until it racks out of plumb. At the same time, moisture pools at ground level, where the post carries its load, and wood exposed to that constant damp decays from the inside out. A post that looked solid above grade can be hollow at the footing line. This is how a fence that seemed fine one year starts to lean noticeably the next.

We do not guess. We walk the entire fence line, testing every post rather than just the one that moved, and we check whether the concrete footing itself has heaved or whether the post has failed inside a sound footing. This tells us what we are actually fixing. If your fence has sound pickets and rails and a handful of failed posts, we can reset or replace those posts and save the rest. If the posts have decayed along the whole run, repairing it section by section costs more over five years than replacing it once. We quote both options when both are real, and we explain which one makes sense for your fence. When we replace wood that has rotted, the cause is moisture at the ground line. We do not perform termite or pest inspections, apply chemical treatments, or carry out pest control, which is a separately regulated trade. We replace the wood and move forward. For a thorough assessment, call (872) 259-5832 or request a free estimate. See our full approach to Fence Post Repair & Replacement.

Storm Damage Fence Repair in Chicago

Severe weather can push an entire fence run over on the same line, snap posts at grade, or tear panels away. A fence rebuilt after a storm should come back stronger than the one that failed. We provide a free damage assessment, photograph the damage section by section, and prepare a written estimate that you may choose to provide to your insurance carrier. We help you document what happened so you have the information you need to file a claim.

Coverage decisions rest with your insurer, and we do not make promises about what they will approve or pay. We do not offer to waive, absorb, or discount any part of a deductible. What we do is give you an honest picture of the damage and an accurate price to rebuild. If you have experienced storm damage to your fence, see our Storm Damage Fence Repair service page, and contact us to schedule an assessment.

Cedar, Pine, Vinyl or Chain Link: Choosing for This Climate

Choosing a fence material is about matching what you need to what makes sense for your budget and how much upkeep you are willing to do. Cedar looks beautiful and ages to gray, but it demands cleaning and re-staining every two to three years under this sun and humidity. That maintenance cycle is what decides whether a cedar fence lasts closer to ten years or closer to twenty. Pressure-treated pine costs less, holds up well, and does not demand the same staining schedule, which makes it the smarter choice when budget is tight and appearance is secondary. Vinyl requires almost no maintenance and resists rot, but it does not have the warmth of wood and can feel plastic in a front-yard setting. Chain link is the toughest per dollar spent, and the gauge and mesh size determine how long it will hold its shape. Galvanized chain link resists rust better than black powder-coated, though both have their place. Aluminum and ornamental iron suit pools and front yards where aesthetics matter, and they rack to follow grade on sloped sites. We quote by the linear foot, and the price reflects site conditions, slope, access, tear-out, and the number of gates.

The material that is right for you depends on what you are trying to do, how long you plan to stay, and how much maintenance fits your life. We walk through the trade-offs with you and quote the options you are considering. See our material-specific pages for Vinyl & PVC Fence Installation and Aluminum & Ornamental Iron Fencing, or call for a consultation.

Permits, HOA Rules, Property Lines & Pool Barriers

Fence permits, height restrictions, and setback rules vary by city and county across the Chicago area. In most jurisdictions, permits are required before installation, though some municipalities have exemptions for certain fence types or heights. Many cities in the area require a survey or property line verification before a permit is issued. If your property is in a master-planned community or subject to an HOA, deed restrictions commonly govern fence height, material, and color, and you will usually need architectural approval before work starts. It is worth checking your local rules and any HOA requirements in writing before you begin. We install on the fence line you identify, working from your existing survey or plat. Determining a property boundary is the work of a licensed land surveyor, and we recommend confirming the line and obtaining any necessary neighbor or association consent in writing beforehand.

Pool barriers are installed to meet the local pool barrier codes that apply at your address, with self-closing self-latching hardware. We do not certify compliance, and final determination rests with the local building official or authority having jurisdiction. No barrier replaces supervision. Before we dig post holes, we request an Illinois 811 utility locate to mark underground lines. Locates cover participating operators only and do not mark private lines such as irrigation or landscape lighting, so let us know about any private utilities on your property. Requirements vary across jurisdictions and change over time. Always verify current rules with the Chicago building department and your HOA before starting your project. For questions about your specific site, contact us and we will help you understand what applies to your address.