Wood Fence Installation
A real wood fence brings warmth and privacy to your yard. We build them by hand from cedar and pressure-treated pine, set to last.
See wood fence installation details →Fencing in Berlin, CT
Searching for fencing near me in Berlin? A&L Fence is a family-owned fence company that builds and replaces fences in Berlin, Connecticut to fit the town's deep frost line, older homes, and local height rules.
Fencing help in Berlin
A&L Fence is a family-owned fence company, and we build and replace fences all across Berlin, Connecticut, including the Kensington and East Berlin sections of town. Census ACS figures from 2019 to 2023 show that about 79% of Berlin housing units are single family detached houses with their own yards. Those yards are the lots fence work is built on, and a good fence adds real privacy and safety.
In Berlin the ground freezes deep every winter. Connecticut's building code sets the frost line at 42 inches down, and footings must extend below it. If fence posts do not go below that depth, the freezing ground can push them up and out of line. That is why we dig every post below the frost line. Parts of Berlin also sit along the Metacomet trap rock ridge, so crews come ready to dig through rocky ground and still reach full depth.
Replacement work is common here. About 62% of Berlin's 8,629 housing units went up before 1980 and many of their fences are worn out, so old lot lines matter. We check the survey and rebuild to code. Berlin allows fences up to 3 feet along the front yard and up to 6 feet along the side and rear lines, and fences taller than 6 feet are not permitted. A fence needs a Certificate of Zoning Compliance from the Zoning Department, with a survey or plot plan. We handle that paperwork so your fence is legal from day one.
Berlin is also a town of homeowners. About 83% of occupied homes here are owner occupied, so the person hiring a fence company almost always owns the home being fenced. That shapes how we price the work. The median home value in Berlin sits at $374,600, and that frames our pricing for fence work in the local Berlin market: owners want a fence that protects what their place is worth, not a quick patch job.
Our services in Berlin
Fencing services in Berlin
Vinyl Fence Installation
Vinyl fencing gives you privacy with almost no upkeep. It never needs paint or stain, and it shrugs off Connecticut weather.
Vinyl Fence Installation in New Britain →Chain Link Fence Installation
Chain link is the strong, affordable way to fence a yard, keep pets in, or secure a property. We install it tight, built to last.
Explore chain link fence installation →Aluminum & Ornamental Fence Installation
Aluminum fencing gives you the elegant look of wrought iron without the rust or upkeep. A clean, classic way to set off your yard.
Our aluminum & ornamental fence installation process →Privacy Fence Installation
Want your backyard back? A privacy fence blocks the view, cuts the noise, and makes your yard feel like your own again.
See privacy fence installation details →Pool Fence Installation
A pool needs a safe, code-correct fence. We build pool fencing that keeps kids and pets safe and passes inspection.
Pool Fence Installation in New Britain →Gate Installation
You use your gate every day, so it has to swing true and latch right. We build and hang gates that just work.
Explore gate installation →Fence Repair
Leaning posts, broken boards, a gate that will not latch? We fix fences of every kind and get yours standing straight again.
Our fence repair process →Commercial Fencing
We fence businesses, lots, and properties across the area, with secure, durable fencing built to do its job and stay out of your way.
See commercial fencing details →Berlin fencing questions
Do I need a permit for a fence in Berlin?
Yes. Berlin's Zoning Department asks for a Certificate of Zoning Compliance before you put up a fence. You submit a copy of your survey or plot plan that shows the fence and its height, length, and width. A&L Fence helps you get this done, and we make sure the fence meets the town's height limits of 3 feet in the front yard and up to 6 feet on the sides and rear.
How deep should fence posts go in Berlin?
Fence posts should go below Connecticut's frost line, which the state building code sets at 42 inches. If posts sit higher than that, winter freezing can heave them up and make your fence lean. A&L Fence sets every post below the 42 inch frost line so your fence stays straight through Berlin's cold winters.
Can you set fence posts in rocky ground in Berlin?
Yes. The west side of Berlin runs along the Metacomet Ridge, a trap rock ridgeline, so ground in parts of town can be rocky. Our crews bring the right equipment to dig through rock and still reach full frost line depth. You get a straight, solid fence even on a hard, stony lot.
Where can I find a fence company near me in Berlin?
A&L Fence builds and replaces fences across Berlin, including Kensington and East Berlin. We are a family owned company, and since about 83% of occupied Berlin homes are owner occupied, most of our Berlin customers are homeowners fencing their own yards. Call us for a free quote and we will walk the line with you.
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