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

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
Corys Painting
Corys Painting
Update 5/3/2026 Nick, Jason, Alex, and Ryder all did an excellent job putting in a Garden Fence as well as a Trellis to hang our bird feeders and plants from. From start to finish the work was performed as expected and the communication was excellent. Thanks Perfect Picket!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!
Joey
Joey
Great people to work with, excellent and professional job well done.
Neal deBuhr
Neal deBuhr
I had the opportunity to connect with Nick while getting quotes for a fencing project, and I was genuinely impressed.He was extremely professional, transparent, and clearly takes a lot of pride in doing things the right way. What stood out most was his integrity. He gave a fair, straightforward quote right from the start and took the time to explain everything transparently. It was obvious he was equally interested in meeting goals, expectations, and building a relationship as he was the actual work itself. He took videos explaining goals and the project, and saves them for reference.I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for fencing work.
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!
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
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!
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!
Allen Rogers
Allen Rogers
Great experience! Nick explained everything thoroughly and the crew was friendly, fast and efficient! Highly recommend!
Kerry Elliott
Kerry Elliott
Had a great experience with this company, very perfessional. Nicholas was a pleasure to deal with and the crew did such a great job on my fence. Will definitely use them again.
Evelyn DeKoster
Evelyn DeKoster
Nick and his team did an excellent job replacing my mailbox and hauling the old one away. They were quick, efficient, professional, and very friendly throughout the entire process. Communication was great from start to finish, and their pricing was very cost effective for something that was very solid and uniquely designed just for my needs. Everything was done smoothly and in a timely manner. Highly recommend them if you’re looking for reliable, quality service!
Annette Bagg
Annette Bagg
Nick and his crew were absolutely great to work with from the estimation to the completion of our fence. They even chased a dog down the road that they thought was ours (which it wasnt). That's going above and beyond! Great people, HIGHLY recommended!!
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!!!
Darin Thornton
Darin Thornton
Great people to deal with! Fast , Professional installation. Looks Great !! Would do business with them again.
Mary Pittman
Mary Pittman
Very happy from start to finish with Perfect Fence. I would definitely suggest this company be contacted for your next fencing project.
Mike Stark
Mike Stark
Great experience. Great communication. I feel price paid was fair. I would highly recommend.
Bryant Wetzel
Bryant Wetzel
They were excellent to work with, they exceeded expectations. I got a beautifully designed Cedar Fence, with 2 black functioning gates and sealed off another area with black chain link fence.I told them what I wanted and they delivered, which was being able to keep pets contained without having to rig something up like I did in the past.They tore out the old fence and did all that work in a day and a half. They showed up organized and kept the job site organized and safe.
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!
Bruce Minard
Bruce Minard
Would highly recommend. From Nick the sales rep to the installers, very good to work with. Fence looks amazing and we're very pleased with the outcome.
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.
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!
Brian Schatz
Brian Schatz
Jason and his crew were great to work with very punctual with time for coming out for estimate and start work. It wasn’t a huge job but treated us like it was very happy with everything glad to know there’s a younger generation out there that take there business seriously and provide quality work thanks again Brian&Tracey
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!
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!
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.
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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.