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

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!
Anna Staudinger
Anna Staudinger
Working with Nick and his team was great. They explained the work they were going to do thoroughly along with pricing and giving options for size and materials to use. Always gave a heads up when they were on their way. My dogs are enjoying being able to run free! Highly recommend for your fencing needs!
Ron Lower
Ron Lower
Perfect Picket Fence completed exceptional work in installing our privacy fence along with a new entrance gate to our backyard. They were on time, efficient, and the work product has a great appearance from both sides. They left the worksite picked up with zero mess. I would highly recommend their services.
Stephanie
Stephanie
This garden fence exceeded all our expectations. The materials feel high-quality, durable, and reinforced to last throughout all seasons for years to come.It adds a beautiful, polished look to our yard while still feeling natural and unobtrusive. It provides great privacy and security, but still allows the garden to feel open and welcoming. Installation was well communicated, straightforward, and timely. Overall, this fence has completely elevated the look of our garden. We couldn’t be happier with the purchase and service from Perfect Picket Fence and Stain. We would highly recommend them!
Burkett Tribe
Burkett Tribe
Very impressed. Customer service great! Good communication, prompt service, fence looks AMAZING. If your looking for a professional crew to put in a fence, this is your place. Thanks guys, you did an amazing job! Luke
Natasha Marquart
Natasha Marquart
AMAZING!!! Very professional and they installed in a timely manner. I would absolutely call them if you are looking for a fence!
Goddess Pam
Goddess Pam
I can't emphasize enough what great customer service we received from Nick and his team at Perfect Picket Fence and Stain.We installed an unfinished cedar cap and trim fence around our entire backyard. It is so wonderful to step into the backyard and have complete privacy while I'm gardening or drinking my morning tea. Then, you add the wonderful scent of the natural cedar...pure bliss!So, not only are we happy with the finished result, but we are amazed at the care and consideration given to us when an issue came up months after the installation. Our landscaper accidentally bumped and cracked one of the facing boards. I sent a text/photo to Nick explaining the situation. He responded promptly, stating he would be happy to replace it at no charge! Say what?!!This is the best of the best companies for customer service, bar none!If you are on the fence, (pun intended😊), about which company to choose for your fence installation, look no further. You've found the best in Perfect Picket Fence and Stain!Thank you Nick! You are SO appreciated!
Haley Holst
Haley Holst
Couldn’t recommend them enough! Very efficient and so kind to work with. Able to fit us in with our schedule and time crunch.
Joey
Joey
Great people to work with, excellent and professional job well done.
Debbie Boltz
Debbie Boltz
Nick and his crew did an exceptional job. They had the task of replacing a fence that was only in for 2 years but was nothing but trouble! They were good enough to save and separate the existing fence so we could let someone else use the good pieces. It was much appreciated. Nick’s fence materials were so much sturdier than what we had. They were installed in a way that we have no doubt that it will last for many years. All crew members were very respectful and friendly. It was an overall great experience. I would highly recommend Perfect Picket for your next fence installation.
Cameron
Cameron
This review is long overdue. Nick was super easy to work with throughout the entire process. The western red cedar fence looks fantastic. There were a couple small issues after inspecting the fence, and Nick chose to come out and finish everything up and make sure it was perfect even though it was Thanksgiving Day. He went above and beyond our expectations and I would highly recommend him and his crew!
Johanna Scholl
Johanna Scholl
Perfect Picket helped me to create good solutions for my unique fencing needs. They had excellent communication throughout the process: weekly email updates, text messages and in person during the installation phase. The fences look beautiful and the doors operate smoothly! Thank you Nick, Jason and the crew!
Jayme Butikofer
Jayme Butikofer
Nick was wonderful to work with. Answered all questions quickly, all staff was friendly, and got the job done quick!!
Gina Thompson
Gina Thompson
I highly recommend Nick and his company! Our fence blew down with high winds and with hving a dog needed it fixed right away. They got things done asap and with quality workmanship and most important great pricing! Nick the owner is very personable not pushy at all which I personally like!! Thx gt
Steve L
Steve L
A huge THANK YOU to Nick and his crew for putting up an amazing fence!! The look and location have transformed my backyard completely compared to the previous fence that was installed by another contractor. Cost and quality of work is right on point and I 100% recommend them. Photos from before and after included to see the fantastic difference. Thank you again Perfect Picket!!
James Hidlebaugh
James Hidlebaugh
I am so glad that I called Perfect Picket first. I needed a falling apart wooden fence replaced. Nick was very friendly and efficient. I got exactly the fence I needed in a timely manner. The crew who put up the fence were great. They checked in a few times to explain what they were doing and in the end to make sure that I was completely satisfied. They hauled away the old fence as part of the deal.
Joe Breakenridge
Joe Breakenridge
Every step of the process with Perfect Picket was an enjoyable experience. They came down and gave me a consultation and price quote on the same day I called. From there, everything was done with great communication and transparency as they let us know weekly when the project would begin and what it would look like. Nick called and gave us a notice one week in advance of when they would start the project. They completed the project in one day and made sure we were completely satisfied before leaving. I would highly recommend Perfect Picket and Stain for all of your fencing needs!
Dalton Owen
Dalton Owen
I contacted Nick for a quote but was uncertain about the fence style I wanted. When Nick arrived, he introduced a new style he was developing, and we decided to go with it immediately. We had two sections that just needed closed off with neighbors fence, Nick suggested just using chain link to tie into theirs.We scheduled the work for the following year and have been delighted with it since last spring. Although we encountered some issues with the new style, Nick stood by his work and personally came to address them. I highly recommend Nick and his team for anyone seeking a fence. Thank you! We have received many compliments on the fence!
Chance Chilcote
Chance Chilcote
Nick is professional and maintains proper communication through the entire process. His team does a fast and clean install. Would recommend for anyone looking
Lori Myers
Lori Myers
Nicholas was great to work with from the very beginning! Very professional and personable, and he explained every step of the process and answered all questions we had. His team installed our black vinyl-coated chain-link fence in just over 3 hrs. The quality of work was definitely worth the investment and we couldn’t be more pleased with the results! We would definitely recommend Perfect Picket Fence and Stain to all of our friends and family. Our dog, Birdie, is living her best life!!!
Ash S
Ash S
We worked with Perfect Picket this fall for 2 of our fence projects. There was an extensive consultation with what we hoped to get, what we thought might work, and what would actually work. They were honest about what wouldn't work, discussing issues we never even thought about; even though this might have lost them business. I had 2 other companies consult on these projects and they only took measurements and gave a quote estimate. Once scheduled, there was consistent communication on materials and timelines. Once the work started, it was very quick and efficient. We are very happy with the final project.
Kate Haats
Kate Haats
Nicholas and his team were fantastic from the first phone call. I felt incredibly informed from start to finish - from a video walkthrough of the estimate through to final installation. It was great to be kept in the loop on the whole process. The work was professional, thorough, and tidy. Would definitely recommend Nicholas and his team!
Misty Slater
Misty Slater
Our experience was top tier from start to finish. From the initial estimate to the final walk through every single member of this team was courteous and professional. They listened to what we wanted and made it happen. I would highly recommend them to anyone needing a fence!
kelsey Kacher
kelsey Kacher
From start to finish the process was smooth and professional. Very happy with results and the attention to detail. Great experience all around
Bob Winder
Bob Winder
I would hire this company again! They arrived on time in the morning and got right after it, and got it done fast, with quality workmanship. The price was quite abite cheaper than another company's qoute.
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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.