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Fence installation in Cedar Falls, Waterloo and the surrounding areas

CHARACTER & VERSATILITY

Wooden Fence

At Perfect Picket Fence and Stain, we believe that a well-constructed chain link fence can provide both security and visual appeal to your residential property. Chain link fencing is a versatile option for many homes in the Cedar Valley region.  It is composed of interlocking steel wires, creating a mesh pattern that is not only durable but also offers excellent security and visibility.

AN EXCELLENT FENCING CHOICE

Western Red Cedar Vs. Pressure Treated Pine

  • Natural Beauty: Western Red Cedar boasts a stunning, natural appearance with warm, rich tones. Its elegant grain patterns add a touch of sophistication to your property.
  • Durability: Cedar is naturally resistant to decay and insects, ensuring your fence stands strong against the elements for years to come.
  • Preferred Choice: Western Red Cedar is our preferred wood for crafting wooden fences in Cedar Falls, Waterloo, and the Cedar Valley due to its exceptional beauty and resilience.
  • Pre-stain: Our Western Red Cedar fences have the option of being pre-stained in our warehouse with Expert Stain and Seal’s deep penetrating oil based stain. This allows all sides of your fence to be protected before installation.

QUALITY CONSTRUCTION BUDGET FRIENDLY

Pressure Treated Pine

When it comes to chain link fences, there are various types to choose from, each with its unique characteristics to suit your residential needs.​

  • Pressure treated wooden fences are common in the Cedar Valley due to their lower material cost.
  • Treated wooden fences can also be stained by Perfect Picket Fence and Stain, however this would occur after installation is complete due to their high moisture content at the time of installation.
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-Never rot, warp, or twist. Never

Hidden Steel Posts

At Perfect Picket Fence and Stain, we focus on the longevity of your wooden fence. Our innovative use of hidden steel posts wrapped with wood is a game-changer in wooden fence construction. Here's why it matters:

  • Preventing Decay: Steel posts eliminate the risk of post rotting and decay, common issues with traditional wooden posts.
  • Warping and Cracking: The steel core ensures that your fence stays straight, preventing warping and cracking over time.
  • Long-Lasting: This approach significantly extends the lifespan of your wooden fence, saving you time and money on repairs or replacement.
  • Superior to other steel posts: Our installation method does not utilize PostMasters®, a common steel post used in wooden fence construction. Instead we utilize a stronger more versatile post that is completely wrapped with wood to match the rest of your fence. This not only provides a significant increase in fence strength and longevity over other installation methods, but presents a more traditional wooden fence post appearance when completed.
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-full protection on every surface

Pre-Stained Western Red Cedar Fences

Elevate the aesthetics and protect your investment with our pre-stained Western Red Cedar fences. Here's what you need to know:

  • Deep penetrating Oil-Based Stain: We offer the option to pre-stain your Western Red Cedar fence with a high-quality, deep-penetrating oil-based stain from Expert Stain and Seal.
  • Aesthetic Improvement: Staining enhances the wood’s natural beauty, intensifying its rich tones and grain patterns.
  • Protection: Pre-staining and proper maintenance staining almost completely protects against twisting, cracking, warping, and weather-related wear that a wooden fence experiences.
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-No Gate sag or droop

Wooden Gates Built to Last

Homeowners always remember the fence gate that doesn't open quite right, or not at all. When a fence gate works like it should, every time, it is taken for granted. At Perfect Picket Fence and Stain we build our wooden fence gates to last so you can continue to appreciate the fence and not take the gate for granted.

  • Steel powder coated frame: All of our wooden fence gates are built with square steel tubing as our standard. Fabricated in our warehouse and powder coated to prevent rust and corrosion in harsh Iowa weather.
  • Steel Frame, Steel Hardware, Steel Post: Our gate hardware is attached directly to the steel frame and the hidden steel post. Dramatically reducing any potential of gate droop or sag overtime.
  • Upgraded hardware: Upgradable fence latches, hinges, and gate windows are just the beginning of what is possible.

-Built for you and your property

Customized Wooden Fencing Solutions

At Perfect Picket Fence and Stain, we understand that every home is unique. Our customized wooden fencing solutions are tailored to your specific needs and preferences:

  • Personalized Approach: We emphasize the importance of personalized solutions to ensure your fence complements your property’s style and meets your fence goals.
  • Design Process: Our team will work closely with you to create a customized design that reflects your vision for the perfect wooden fence.  Whether that is a traditional privacy fence or a more custom design.
  • Client-Centric: We take pride in our client-centric approach, ensuring that your expectations are not only met but exceeded.
  • Custom Wooden Gates: We build custom wooden gates to meet the desired look for your home and accent your fence.  Complete with our standard steel powder coated gate frames, optional inlays, and custom hardware.  When we say custom gate frames, we mean truly custom for your fence.

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Service Areas

Perfect Picket Fence and Stain proudly serves Cedar Falls, Waterloo, and the entire Cedar Valley region. We're committed to enhancing residential fencing solutions for our local communities and providing top-notch service to our neighbors.

Residential fence and chain link fence installation in Cedar Falls, Ohio.
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Professional Installation

Professional installation of your wooden fence is crucial for ensuring its longevity and effectiveness. Our team of experts at Perfect Picket Fence and Stain adhere to all best practices and modern techniques for wooden fence installation in accordance with local regulations and standards. We take care of the entire process, from planning to completion, ensuring a hassle-free experience for you.

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Our Recent Wood Fence Projects

Explore our gallery of completed residential wooden fencing projects. These images showcase the quality of our work and provide inspiration for your fencing project. Each project is a testament to our commitment to excellence and attention to detail.

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Perfect Picket Fence and StainPerfect Picket Fence and Stain5.0★★★★★ Based on 49 reviews fromSee all reviewsJames RooffJames Rooff ★★★★★ Thank you Nick for doing such a GREAT job. Your professionalism and attention detail on our fence is greatly appreciated. I will highly recommend you to anyone wanting a fence installed.Benny SalceBenny Salce ★★★★★ I contacted perfect picket fence for a estimate after purchasing a home they came gave me a estimate being late in the year didn’t know if I could get it installed after being turned away by other contractors they were very professional and gave me several options of fencing and ideas we agreed on fencing and layout and installed it a week later after new years day completed the fence in one day start to finish doing a excellent job very straight and even no mess whatsoever when they finished it looked like the fence had been there all along they did an excellent job I would highly recommend them for any type of fencingTony DuffyTony Duffy ★★★★★ Very professional exelent work keep you well informed thanksKelsey BourbeauKelsey Bourbeau ★★★★★ We cannot praise Perfect Picket, led by the meticulous owner Nick, enough for their exceptional service. From the moment we had our consultation, it was evident that Nick truly understood and paid attention to our specific needs, delivering exactly what we envisioned - no more, no less.The level of detail and quality in their work is outstanding. The installation team was efficient and skilled, and even our neighbors have complimented how great our fence looks. Nick’s keen eye for perfection shone through during the entire process. There were instances where he spotted imperfections that I would have missed, and he made sure to address them promptly.Our (massive) dog is over the moon with the new fence, and we share the sentiment. The project was completed in record time, from the initial quote to the final install. Nick takes the time to truly understand his customers and their unique requirements. We had consulted with a few other companies, but none were as detail-oriented as Nick. He thoroughly explained every aspect and ensured the highest possible quality.Nick lives by the motto “can we do better?” and he and his team certainly do. They strive for excellence, making sure every detail is perfected. Nick is an outstanding business owner who goes above and beyond to provide exactly what his customers need. As an example, the manufacturer was out of a necessary part to complete the installation— Nick had a makeshift solution and visited our house on separate occasions to ensure that the short-term solution was up-to-par. He also individualized a video for us that allowed us to better understand how to work our gates.We’re beyond thrilled with Perfect Picket and would recommend them in a heartbeat!Lisa TimmermanLisa Timmerman ★★★★★ Nick and his crew have done a great job! They are accurate, professional, and hardworking. Nick has been so genuine and truly cares about the quality of his work. I would highly recommend Perfect Picket!!Elke Simmer GerdesElke Simmer Gerdes ★★★★★ Thank you Perfect Picket for the quick install and mailbox suggestion. It’s well perfect. Professional with great communication on even the smallest of job. Looking forward to using Nick and his team in the future and recommending them to others!Christine BaileyChristine Bailey ★★★★★ If you are thinking about having a privacy fence installed, I highly recommend checking out Perfect Picket Fence and Stain. Nick is the ultimate professional, knowledgable and a pleasure to work with. He took the time to understand our needs and made certain we were comfortable with the process. He and his crew know what they are doing and offer a top notch product. We couldn't be happier with the final results.Jason BockJason Bock ★★★★★ Nick, Christian, and Andrew were all great to work with. I could tell as soon as Nick came out to give us our initial estimate that he was an honest, straightforward guy just out to do good work. We had great, easy communication every step of the way. When all was said and done, our whole family was very happy with the outcome.Bart SchipperBart Schipper ★★★★★ It was a great experience. Quality work, great communication. Happy with the finished product. If you need a new fence, give them a call, you will not be disappointed.Jenniffer HalversonJenniffer Halverson ★★★★★ Nick and team did an amazing job on my fence. Great customer service and all around just a good person. The fence looks amazing. He helped me through a difficult situation with the property lines. He was very patient and educated me every step of the way. Communication was thorough. He gave a comparable and honest price (I got 3 different bids from different fence companies to weigh my options). He was very professional. Would highly recommend this company for your project. The quality of fence he installed is far better than the old fence I had.Allison ScharesAllison Schares ★★★★★ Friendly, professional and efficient. The entire process was quick and efficient. 10 out of 10 recommend!Dale OrthmannDale Orthmann ★★★★★ These guys were great! Very professional and efficient in their work. The crew showed up exactly when they said they would, and were polite and respectful throughout. Top notch work!Hector RamirezHector Ramirez ★★★★★ Nick and his team did an incredible job of adding a gate in a tough part of our home. He was knowledgeable and insightful! He explained every facet of the job and we were very pleased with the result!Katie FranzenKatie Franzen ★★★★★ We reached out to Nick and Perfect Picket a few weeks before closing on our new home. Nick set himself apart immediately in our first meeting from several other "big name" companies we met with. He called a few hours after we submitted an online inquiry. We were able to meet later that day onsite and we were blown away by his attention to detail, his explanation of his process, and his willingness to meet our needs for the fence we wanted. Nick took the time to investigate a complicated easement and utility alley and explain our options so our fence could still best meet our needs. No other fence installer bothered to take the time or care to help us navigate this obstacle. We went with a six-foot black chain link fence and will be adding a privacy screen in the spring. We are more than happy with the fence because Nick put our mind at ease and kept us updated throughout the process with every detail no matter how small. We would, without hesitation, recommend Nick and his team over any other company in the area.Jennifer BoeversJennifer Boevers ★★★★★ So impressed with the attentiveness, the quality, and the flexibility of Perfect Picket. Great job on this project!! Would 100% recommend.Rhonda BottkeRhonda Bottke ★★★★★ We had a great experience with Perfect Picket Fence! Each step of the process was very professional and high quality. Communication was excellent. The most important thing was the attention to detail provided. We are very particular about the quality of the finished product and Perfect Picket did not disappoint!Corys PaintingCorys Painting ★★★★★ We had a few challenging aspects to consider when planning for the fence we wanted to have installed. Nick was very knowledgeable and offered several solutions to fit our needs and completed the project exceeding our expectations. The smarter half and I are more than willing to offer a recommendation!Tara WalkerTara Walker ★★★★★ Would recommend Nick and his team to anyone! From start to finish, Nick provided excellent communication, was very knowledgeable and was able to get our fence in for us quickly which was a huge relief. Finished product looked great and we couldn’t be more pleased with the excellent service!Lauren HallLauren Hall ★★★★★ If you're looking for a fence, Perfect Picket Fence and Stain is the way to go. Nick and his team are personable, professional, detail oriented, and timely. Nick and his team made the process from estimates to completed product seamless. We couldn't be more happy with our new fence. We highly recommend Perfect Picket Fence and Stain.Mark KegyesMark Kegyes ★★★★★ Nick and his team… Christian, Jayden… absolutely crushed it!!! Installed a few fences, swinging gate,etc… very professional, very courteous, very hard working! Completed job before the day was up..crazy fast and beautiful work! Obvious reasons why this company is successful and will continue to be..😊Once again Nick.. thank you very much for our gorgeous fence and the professionalism you showed to our family! 5 ⭐️’s across the board my friend!P.s. Dogs are in heaven with there new yard!! 🐶Cameron WankumCameron Wankum ★★★★★ We are very happy with the black chain link fence that was installed. The whole process was quick and stress free. Our quote was delivered quickly and showed us what we were paying for in great detail. It made our decision easy to choose Perfect Picket.Rachel BensonRachel Benson ★★★★★ Nick & his team were great to work with! Very responsive, upfront about expectations/pricing and eager to get our job done as quickly as possible.Casey HenryCasey Henry ★★★★★ My fence was damage in a motor vehicle accident. Niholas came and provided an estimate for a new fence. The NEW fence was installed and looks beautiful. It’s perfectly level and square.The construction is solid and built for Iowa weather. The fence just withstood 70mph winds that downed trees, power lines, and other fences in my neighbor. My fence didn’t budge!Service was courteous and the team was great to work with. Installation was fast! No damage to my wife’s flower beds that are installed up to the fence during installation. Price was affordable-the exact estimate I was given was the final price. I highly recommend using Perfect Picket and will be doing so again.Scarlett ClarkScarlett Clark ★★★★★ Good communication, explained the process of everything with lots of details. Fence looks very good. The Owner worked with me & added extra things when I asked for more stuff to be added to the fence. Got my new 8ft fence up fast didn't have to wait long.Ted MeyerTed Meyer ★★★★★ Nick was so great to work with from the start. He had wonderful insight and suggestions, making the process easy and stress-free. His crew were very courteous and friendly, we would gladly recommend Perfect Picket to anyone looking for a new fence or wanting to replace their existing fence. Many thanks to Nick and his team!js_loader

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you install chain link fences in the Cedar Valley?

Yes, we proudly offer residential chain link fence installation in the Cedar Valley region, including Cedar Falls and Waterloo. Our install team is experienced with the specific needs and requirements for installing chain link in this area.

Is a chain link fence a good choice for the Cedar Valley?

Chain link fences are an excellent choice for the Cedar Valley due to their durability, affordability, and suitability for various residential applications. They provide security without obstructing visibility, making them a popular option for many homeowners in the area.

How durable are chain link fences?

Chain link fences are known for their durability. They are constructed using interlocking steel wires that can withstand harsh weather conditions. With proper maintenance, a chain link fence can last for many years and decades.

How much will a new chain link fence cost?

The cost of a new chain link fence varies depending on factors such as the size, type, and customization options. We offer free fence consultations and quotes for our chain link fencing services, so please contact us to get an accurate estimate tailored to your specific needs and budget.

What is PVC-coated chain link fence?

PVC-coated chain link fencing is a type of chain link fence with a vinyl coating that offers added protection against corrosion and enhances its visual appeal. It is available in various colors to complement your property's aesthetics such as black, brown and green.

How do I secure the bottom of a chain link fence to keep my pets from getting out?

To secure the bottom of a chain link fence and prevent pets from getting out, we can install a bottom tension wire or add a bottom rail.  However, if a chain link fence is stretched correctly adding these items are more optional than necessary.  These options can help maintain the fence's integrity and keep your pets safe.

Do chain link fences have a warranty?
  • Yes, we take pride in offering what we believe to be the most extensive and comprehensive fence warranties available in the Cedar Valley for residential fencing. With every project, you receive a standard transferable limited lifetime warranty. In addition, we provide unique transferable lifetime warranties tailored to each specific fence type we work on, including chain-link, treated wooden fences, cedar wooden fences, fence cleaning and staining, as well as ornamental aluminum and ornamental steel fences!
How tall should my fence be?

The ideal height for your chain link fence depends on your specific needs.  Waterloo and Cedar Falls building codes state that 6’ tall chain link is the tallest height available to install for residential applications. 4’ tall chain link is by far the most common for residential properties in our area.  Perfect Picket Fence Consultants can help you determine the appropriate height to ensure your fence meets your goals and adheres to local guidelines.

Can you put chain link gates on a sloped hill?

Yes, we can install chain link gates on sloped hills. Our experienced installers will design and install gates that accommodate the slope of your terrain while ensuring proper functionality and security.

Can I add privacy slats or a privacy screen to my chain link fence?

Yes, you can enhance the privacy of your chain link fence by adding privacy slats or a privacy screen. These options offer both security and seclusion while maintaining the durability of your chain link fence. We can discuss these customization options during a free fence consultation.

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