Wooden Fence

Fence Installation in Cedar Falls, Waterloo, and the Surrounding Areas

Transforming Spaces

One Perfect Fence at a Time

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.

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An Excellent Fencing Choice

Western Red Cedar Vs. Pressure Treated Pine

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:

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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.

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-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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Talk to a Fencing Specialist!

Have questions or need guidance to kickstart your chain link fence project? Our friendly team at Perfect Picket Fence and Stain is here to assist you! Give us a call or fill out our online form today, and we'll provide you with the expert advice you need to make the best decision for your property.

A Warranty We Stand Behind

Lifetime Wooden Fence Warranty

At Perfect Picket Fence and Stain, we are proud to offer a Limited Lifetime Workmanship Warranty on all wooden fences we install for our customers.

Installing In Your Area

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.

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What Our Clients Are Saying

Jack Stevens
Jack Stevens
I want to give Perfect Picket Fence all the stars you have!! They built a cedar fence for my backyard that has the neighbors all coming over to look! Watching them work, it is obvious they are fussy about what they’re doing and the results show it. Good team!And they had a real challenge working around all the landscaping on both sides. Clean up is excellent too.I’ve never been excited about a fence before but if you are thinking about one you will be happy you chose these guys!
Stephanie Detweiler
Stephanie Detweiler
Nick is the nicest person to work with and so communicative! We knew where we were at in the process the whole time. Our fence looks so great!
Courtney Harford
Courtney Harford
My experience with Perfect Picket was nothing short of fantastic! Nick was great to work with from the very beginning! He answered all of my questions in a timely manner and was very communicative. He kept me in the loop with scheduling and where they were at within the prep process.I changed my mind on fence style last minute and I am so so glad I did! I chose the red cedar, cap and trim, board on board style, stained in chestnut. Let me tell you, I am absolutely OBSESSED!! It may be the most beautiful fence I’ve ever seen and I find myself just staring at it in admiration.Nick’s team, Alex and Ryder, did such an amazing job. They clarified how I wanted everything to look before they started and constructed this fence beautifully. They paid such great attention to detail and made special trips back to make touch ups to the stain, where needed. Areas on the fence that not even I noticed needed touching up.I would hire Nick and his team every time. This project wasn’t cheap but with the work Perfect Picket does, it is worth every penny! I look forward to having them back in the future for phase 2 of my project!!
Lyn Eldridge
Lyn Eldridge
Rock stars! We just got a little fence to block the area between the garage and house and I could not be happier. These folks are awesome. On time, very professional, exactly as promised, and they're super fun! Will absolutely work with them again! 10/10 would recommend!
Patricia Voigt
Patricia Voigt
I had a black chain link fence installed for my dogs and absolutely love it! I would highly recommend Perfect Picket Fence and Stain! Nick is very professional, knowledgeable, great person to work with and the installers did an absolutely amazing job! I am completely satisfied with the fence and the great price!
Tyler Johnson
Tyler Johnson
Exceptional service and communication. Everything was done very professionally and promptly. Our fence looks fantastic!
Debbie Iliff
Debbie Iliff
Great people to work with and they went beyond my expectation!!
Brooke Gonzales
Brooke Gonzales
Perfect Picket was amazing to work with. Prompt service, great communication, fair prices, and that extra effort! Nick and his team went above and beyond our expectations. We are very grateful we chose them to do our fence!
Carolyn Jones
Carolyn Jones
Very professional got the fencing back quickly the job was done nicely very seamlessly and I would recommend this fencing company to all of my friends
Douglas Hagerman
Douglas Hagerman
Had a great experience with Perfect Picket. Nicholas was professional, organized, and knowledgeable, and his crew was prompt and fast at their work.We have an older but serviceable fence that was damaged by recent storms and just needed repair, and I was not pressured to have it replaced. In fact, the first question asked was whether we wanted to quote repair, replacement, or both, and when I said repair there was no more discussion on the matter. The estimate was done on the spot and also emailed to me with the option to accept the bid electronically, and it matched the final cost. Compare that to the other company I asked for a quote; they came out but never sent me an estimate.There was a small miscommunication on the repair that required the crew to come back to complete, but the way it was handled speaks to Nicholas' professionalism.
Mary Cormaney
Mary Cormaney
Nick and his crew were great to work with. They are punctual and efficient. The fence looks fantastic! I highly recommend Perfect Picket for your fencing needs. Good, honest company to work with.
Rick Blake
Rick Blake
Nick and the crew installed a black vinyl chain link fence at our new house a few weeks ago. Our previous house had a black vinyl chain link fence that was damaged in a recent storm. New owners hadn’t taken possession yet so we needed a repair quickly. Nick got there first thing next morning and by the end of the week excellent repairs were made. Great people and great service.
Mary Read
Mary Read
Perfect Picket Fence did an amazing job with all aspects of our fence project! Nicholas was very informative with the quotes and answered numerous questions for us. He showed that he cared about what we wanted and made sure we were happy throughout the process.
Jennifer Webster
Jennifer Webster
Nick and his crew were great to work with. They got out to us quickly to tear out our old fence we were having issues with and helped us pick a beautiful new wood fence. Nick is very helpful and has great communication which is key for a well run business. Highly recommend!
Forrest Benton
Forrest Benton
Great experience with Perfect Pickett! Nick was very professional and the fence turned out awesome. Would recommend to anyone in the area!
Gary Timion
Gary Timion
Can’t say enough great things about Perfect Picket Fence and Stain, Nicholas and his team! We were very impressed with Nicholas when he came over to estimate the cost of our area to be fenced. Very professional, very focused and very knowledgeable. We were so glad that we went with him and we are so happy with the results! My husband is very picky and they were able to meet his satisfaction and then some! The team that came in to do the job were excellent, we were impressed with everything they did…such friendly guys and willing to please - don’t see that so much anymore. We highly recommend them to anyone!
Darcy Canby
Darcy Canby
Perfect Picket is very easy to work with and very professional. It didn't take long for the fence to be installed and it looks awesome. I had a stained cedar fence put in. Glad I went with this company!
Rylie Hartl
Rylie Hartl
We have used Perfect Picket twice now for fencing! Nick and his crew are great to work. They're very accommodating, and we have loved the outcome both times! Highly recommend.
Anna Koch
Anna Koch
Extremely professional from the start all the way to completion. Very impressed with the work that Alex and Trae did. Very respectful of our property, zero damage to our yard.
Crag Mac
Crag Mac
Nicholas and the crew did a great job. We had a 4 ft transition to 8 ft vinyl fence installed between our driveway and the neighbors and they went above and beyond what was expected. Nick was very transparent in what was involved and kept us informed of any delays or glitches. Very important. I would highly recommend Perfect Picket Fence and Stain for your next fence project.
Faith Sonksen
Faith Sonksen
I had a contractor who didn’t complete His job and then ghosted me. I’m so thankful for Nick being able to finish it up. I wished I would have known him before all my headaches started with the other guy. I learned the hard ways to not go with a fly be night person. Nick went beyond what he needed to do. If I can afford more fencing it will only be by Nick. I cannot thank you enough Nick
Brittany Black
Brittany Black
Very friendly and informative as they answered several questions about what to do and what to build. We had storm damage and within days they came and had it fixed. They even salvaged the lattice from my old fence to tie into the newly built one. Highly recommend!
Larry Neisen
Larry Neisen
Need fence repaired or wanting to add fencing? PERFECT PICKET is the perfect choice! Extremely good workmanship at a very good price. Great bunch of guys that really know what they're doing. Choose PERFECT PICKET! You'll be glad you did, I am.
Michael Plunkett
Michael Plunkett
Great experience from start to finish. Nick came out multiple times to make sure the design was right. Everything was on time and great quality. I would highly recommend.
Megan Hingtgen
Megan Hingtgen
Nick and his team were great to work with!! Super friendly and timely. We are so happy with the finished project!!
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Our Recent Wood Fence Projects

As a locally owned and operated residential fence contractor in Cedar Falls, we take great pride in serving our community and building lasting relationships with homeowners like yourself!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best types of wood for fences in Iowa?

For wooden fences, the most popular choices in the Cedar Falls area are treated pine and Western Red Cedar. Treated pine is more affordable and resistant to rot and insects due to its chemical treatment. Western Red Cedar, while more premium, offers natural durability and resistance to decay without the need for chemical treatments.  It also does not warp, crack or twist like treated pine.  Cedar also provides a beautiful, rich color that can enhance the curb appeal of your property.

How long do wooden fences last in the Cedar Valley?

The lifespan of a wooden fence depends on the type of wood and the level of maintenance. A properly maintained treated pine fence can last around 15 to 20 years before the wooden pickets are weathered and rot.  A Western Red Cedar fence, with its natural resistance to decay, can last 20 to 30 years or more.  With our standard steel post installation and regular staining and sealing you can expect the fence to last as multiple decades without needing to be replaced.

How much does a wooden fence cost in Cedar Falls?

The cost of a wooden fence depends on the wood type, height, length, and design. Treated pine is generally more affordable, while Western Red Cedar is a premium option. At Perfect Picket Fence and Stain, we provide competitive pricing and free estimates to ensure you get the best value for your budget.

an I install a wooden fence on uneven ground?

Yes, wooden fences can be installed on uneven ground with the correct knowledge and experience.  At Perfect Picket Fence and Stain, we assess the terrain and adjust the installation technique accordingly to ensure your fence looks aesthetically pleasing and remains functional.