Denver Wood Fence

The City of Denver and its accompanying metro area is one of the most spread out urban areas in the country. Maybe it's because of all that space that wood fencing in Denver is such a popular addition to homes up and down the Front Range. From standard picket fencing to the many varieties of privacy fence being built today, wood fence is quickly becoming the fencing of choice in the Mile High City.

Denver Wood Fence Cost
The first question most homeowners have when it comes to any home improvement project is how much the damage is going to be. Wood fencing in Denver is no exception to that rule. Fortunately for Front Range homeowners, ServiceMagic follows up on all the jobs performed by the contractors in our system, including tracking what the final costs end up being for homeowners. Based on that data, we can say with confidence that an average Denver wood fence installation usually runs in the neighborhood of $1500. That number can vary, however, and the cost of your particular job will depend on many factors, including the quality of materials you choose to use, the terrain of your landscape, and most importantly, the size of your yard. Just to give you an idea of how much cost can fluctuate depending on those factors, contractors working with ServiceMagic have performed installations in the metro area for less than $1,000, and have put up fences that ran as much as $6,000.

Recommendations for Wood Fencing in Denver
Everybody in Denver knows the waiting list for Broncos season tickets is over ten years long, and it's common knowledge that sellouts at Invesco Field for home games are a virtual guarantee. Denverites also know that the weather along the Front Range is just as unpredictable as Bronco fans are faithful. Days that start out as t-shirt weather can end up in blizzards, and winter storms can give way to 70 degree weather just as easily. That kind of unpredictable weather, coupled with the fact that Denver gets over 300 days of sun a year, makes it a particularly harsh climate for wood fencing. In addition, those factors also make it important that you know what you're doing when you choose your materials.

That being the case, go with cedar if you can afford it. Not only is cedar the most attractive wood for wood fence in Denver, it's natural resistance to the elements also make it the perfect match for Colorado's trying environment. And if you're religious about treating your cedar fence every 3 to 5 years when it begins to show wear and tear, your fence can literally last a lifetime.

What to Expect When Installing Wood Fencing in Denver
ServiceMagic doesn't just track cost with customer follow ups, we also ask homeowners how long the job took, how they rated their contractor, and if they have any advice or suggestions for prospective Denver wood fence customers. From all that information we've learned several things. First of all, an average fencing installation in the metro area takes between two and four weeks. Aside from what we've already mentioned, when it comes to cost the final price will vary depending the size of your lot and whether you opt for other landscaping services that many fence builders offer. If you're far enough along that you're looking for a hard and fast number, then it's probably time you seek out an estimate or two. In fact, that's the other thing Denver homeowners are sure about. When asked if they had any recommendations for others looking into building a wood fence, they almost always suggested getting multiple estimates and checking references, which is always sage advice. "Make sure you know what type of fence you want and get at least 3 bids because they do vary," recommends one homeowner who gave their contractor ServiceMagic's highest 5 star rating. "And be specific if the completion time and specific dates are important in regards to getting the project done."

Mountains Can Make Denver Wood Fence Building Tough
Finally, be aware that sitting at the foot of the Rocky Mountains can present challenges to fence builders, and might be a factor in how long your fence takes to be built and the final cost. This will certainly be the case if you live in the foothills or in communities that jut up against the mountains such as Boulder, Golden, and Fort Collins, but things can be pretty hilly even further east. As one Denver homeowner put it, "if you have difficult mountainous property, make sure you use a pro. After going through our project I could see how an amateur company would have an incredibly difficult time and potentially harm the land itself without the proper tools or knowledge." It's why using a referral service like ServiceMagic can be so valuable. With pre-screened contractors, and a customer rating system that you have access to, you can be assured of hiring quality Denver area contractors who will do even better work.