Fence
Cedar, vinyl, wrought iron, and horizontal-plank fences built to last in Houston's climate.
Materials
What we install vs. what corner-cutters use.
Posts
Pressure-treated 4x4 or 6x6 set in concrete, 24–30" deep.
Metal T-posts pounded into dirt.
Why it matters: Concrete-set posts survive storms; T-posts lean the first year.
Fasteners
Hot-dipped galvanized or stainless screws.
Bright nails or ungalvanized staples.
Why it matters: Wrong fasteners bleed rust down every board within a year.
Hardware
Commercial-grade galvanized hinges and drop rods on gates.
Residential-grade hinges rated for a fraction of the gate weight.
Why it matters: Undersized hinges are why every fence gate sags.
Process
A predictable path — with real durations.
Layout & call-before-you-dig
1 dayMark line, submit 811 locate, confirm property lines.
Post-setting
1–2 daysDig holes, plumb posts, pour concrete, let set 24 hrs.
Rails & pickets
1–3 daysInstall horizontal rails, cut and screw pickets, hang gates.
Stain/seal (optional)
1 dayApply penetrating semi-transparent stain to cedar.
Why us
Why homeowners pick Modern Builders for fence.
Every post gets 24–30 inches in the ground and a full bag of concrete. That's why our fences stand up to a Gulf Coast storm and the ones staple-gunned to the ground don't. We use hot-dipped galvanized or stainless screws — not bright nails that rust and bleed down cedar within a season. Gates get commercial-grade hinges rated for the weight of the gate, so they don't sag and drag on your slab.
FAQs
Answers before you ask.
How long will a cedar fence last?+
10–15 years unstained, 15–20 years with periodic sealing. Vinyl and metal go 30+.
Do you handle HOA approval?+
We provide the drawings and material samples for your submittal, and adjust once approved.
Who owns the shared fence?+
Legally shared with your neighbor, but you own the side facing your yard. We can install "good neighbor" (pickets alternating sides) or dedicated single-side.
Do you stain new cedar right away?+
No — let cedar weather 30–60 days first, then stain. Staining green cedar traps moisture.
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