How to Select the Right Fence Contractor
Hire Someone Who Does Only This
Just because someone works outside doesn't mean they can build a proper fence. Think about it this way: you wouldn't hire a sprinkler contractor to fix your indoor plumbing just because they both work with PVC. The same logic applies to landscapers, roofers, and the growing number of "& Fence" companies out there.
For many of those businesses, fencing is a side hustle — a way to fill slow days on the schedule. A dedicated fence professional, on the other hand, spends every working day doing one thing: building fences. That focus matters more than most homeowners realize. We know what separates a fence that tips over after its first Oklahoma storm season from one that stands solid for decades. That knowledge comes from repetition, experience, and a genuine investment in the craft.
Could a landscaper build your fence? Sure — just like we could plant your flowers. But would either of us be the right people for the job? Hire specialists. Your fence will thank you.
Cheapest Usually Ends Up Being the Most Expensive
When it comes to fence installation, the lowest bid often means the highest long-term cost. Tracking down a cut-rate contractor after the job is done, getting them to honor a warranty, and convincing them to come back and address problems is exhausting. And honestly — do you even want the people who didn't do it right the first time to come back and fix it?
How Long Have They Been Installing in the OKC Metro?
Oklahoma is one of the windiest places on the planet. Knowing our local weather patterns and soil conditions is absolutely critical to building a fence that lasts. A contractor with real experience in this market understands what it takes to make posts hold and panels stand up to the elements year after year.
Ask to See Photos of Their Own Work
Any legitimate contractor will have photos of their own installations on their phone or tablet. A professional will gladly show you how straight they set their posts — it's a genuine point of pride in this industry. When reviewing photos, here's what to look for:
On wood fences: runners (2x4 cross-braces) should be uniform with consistent spacing between them.
Posts should all be cut to the same height.
The fence should roll with the grade of the land
— no sharp, jarring changes in direction. A fence should flow, not stair-step (except in rare situations).
Pickets should all be the same height.
On any fence type: posts should be in a straight line, with no random ups and downs.
Post alignment matters: crooked and inconsistent (left) vs. straight and professional (right).
Do They Use Employees or Subcontractors?
This isn't a dealbreaker, but it matters. Companies that cycle through multiple subcontractors to keep their schedule moving produce highly inconsistent results. You might get a stellar crew — or one that started installing last week. Unfortunately, this same inconsistency can exist at larger companies with their own employees: some crews are excellent, others are not.
Are They Insured?
Always verify insurance before any contractor sets foot on your property. This protects you, your home, and your neighbors if anything goes wrong.
Franchise or Local Company?
Franchise owners are typically businesspeople who have never worked in the fence industry. They don't know the good and bad subcontractors in our local market — so they hire whoever will work for the low rates they offer. This creates a top-to-bottom problem: a franchise owner who doesn't know fencing, managing subs who may not either. We've even seen franchise customers leave five-star Google reviews with genuinely alarming photos attached. Don't let that be your yard.
Our goal is simple: we want you to make the right choice the first time. We hate hearing horror stories from homeowners who trusted the wrong contractor. Ask the hard questions, look at the photos, and demand the quality your property deserves.
