Wood Fence Installation and Repair in Ellisville, Missouri

A wood fence can add privacy, security and a natural look to a property while giving homeowners plenty of flexibility in height and design. Makic Fence and Deck provides wood fence installation and repair in Ellisville, Missouri, for homeowners looking for a new fence as well as those trying to get more life out of an existing one.

Cedar or Treated Pine: Which Is Better for Your Yard?

Both cedar and treated pine can make a good residential fence, but they offer different looks and price points.

Cedar fencing is popular with homeowners who want the natural appearance and character of cedar. It works especially well for privacy fencing, decorative picket fences and custom designs.

Treated pine is another practical option when privacy and value are the priorities. It can be used for full privacy fencing, picket fencing and many other residential applications.

We can look at your yard, what you want the fence to accomplish and your budget before recommending one over the other.

Privacy Fencing for Ellisville Homes

Privacy is one of the most common reasons homeowners choose wood.

A six-foot wood privacy fence can help create separation between neighboring properties, provide a more enclosed backyard for children or pets, and screen patios, pools, equipment and other outdoor areas.

Ellisville generally limits fences to six feet in height, although different rules apply when a fence is proposed forward of the required front building line.

That makes it important to consider not only what style of fence you want, but also where it will be located on the property.

Wood Fences for Dogs and Backyard Security

Wood privacy fencing is a good option when keeping a dog safely contained is one of the main goals of the project.

Unlike an open fence, a solid wood fence also limits what a dog can see through the fence. Gate width, gate placement and the amount of space underneath the fence are also worth considering when the fence is being designed around a pet.

Tell us how you use the yard and what you're trying to keep in—or out—and we can plan the fence accordingly.

Wood Fence Repair in Ellisville

A damaged wood fence does not always need to be completely replaced.

Depending on its condition, we may be able to replace damaged posts, fence sections, pickets, rails or gates while leaving the usable portion of the fence in place.

If deterioration is widespread, we'll also tell you when putting more money into repairs may no longer make sense. Our goal is to give you a practical recommendation rather than automatically turning every repair call into a complete replacement.

Do You Need a Fence Permit in Ellisville?

Yes. The City of Ellisville requires a permit for fences. A fence permit application must be accompanied by a plot plan showing the proposed fence location. The property owner is also responsible for reviewing applicable subdivision indentures before submitting the application.

This is an important difference between Ellisville and some nearby areas where an ordinary residential fence may not require the same city permitting process.

Ellisville's official website also provides dedicated fence and pool-fence guidance for property owners.

What About Front Yards and Corner Lots?

Ellisville has additional rules when fencing is proposed toward the front of a property.

A qualifying fence forward of the required front building line generally must be decorative or ornamental, no more than four feet high and at least 50% open.

Corner properties require additional attention as well. Fencing cannot obstruct required intersection visibility, and Ellisville's regulations include sight-distance requirements at street intersections.

These are good reasons to determine the proposed fence location before choosing the final height and design.

Which Side of a Wood Fence Faces the Neighbor?

Ellisville requires the finished side of the fence to face outward where the fence faces a street or neighboring property.

For a typical wood privacy fence, we'll account for this when laying out the fence and determining which direction the rails and posts should face.

Fence Posts, Utilities and Easements

Every fence post installed by Makic Fence and Deck is set in concrete. Proper post installation is especially important with a wood privacy fence because the solid fence surface catches considerably more wind than an open-style fence.

Before digging, we request public utility locates through Missouri 811. Homeowners should also identify private underground lines that public utility marking may not cover, such as irrigation systems, invisible dog fences, landscape lighting, pool lines or privately installed utilities.

If your survey shows a utility easement near the proposed fence line, we can discuss the layout with you. An easement may affect how the area can be used or accessed in the future, so it is worth reviewing before installation rather than discovering it after the fence is built.

Why Ellisville Homeowners Choose Makic Fence and Deck

Makic Fence and Deck is a local, family-owned fence company serving Ellisville and the surrounding St. Louis County area.

Our installations are completed by our own crews rather than subcontractors. We believe homeowners should know what is being installed, where it will go and what to expect before work begins. We also make communication a priority—from the estimate through installation and cleanup.

Frequently Asked Questions About Wood Fencing in Ellisville



Do I need a permit for a wood fence in Ellisville?

Yes. Ellisville requires a permit for fences, and the application must include a plot plan showing the proposed fence location.

How tall can a wood fence be in Ellisville?

The city's general maximum fence height is six feet. Different restrictions apply to fencing forward of the required front building line.

Can I have a six-foot privacy fence in my front yard?

Not under the normal front-building-line provisions. A qualifying fence forward of the required front building line generally must be decorative or ornamental, no more than four feet tall and at least 50% open. Property-specific conditions should be confirmed during planning and permitting.

Does the finished side of my wood fence have to face my neighbor?

Where the fence faces a street or adjacent property, Ellisville requires the finished side to face outward.

Can you repair an existing wood fence?

Yes. Depending on its condition, we can repair or replace posts, rails, pickets, gates and damaged sections without necessarily replacing the entire fence.

Do you install both cedar and treated pine?

Yes. We install both cedar and treated pine wood fencing and can help determine which makes more sense for your project.

Are your wood fence posts installed in concrete?

Yes. Every fence post installed by Makic Fence and Deck is set in concrete.

Do you contact Missouri 811 before digging?

Yes. We request public utility marking before installation. Homeowners should identify private underground lines that may not be included in the public locate.

What if my property has an HOA or subdivision restrictions?

Ellisville specifically places responsibility on the property owner to review applicable subdivision indentures. City approval does not replace any separate subdivision or HOA requirements that may apply to your property.

Get an Estimate for a Wood Fence in Ellisville

Whether you're considering a new cedar privacy fence, treated pine fence, wood gate or repairs to an existing fence, Makic Fence and Deck can take a look at the property and discuss the options that make sense for your yard.

Contact us to schedule an estimate for wood fence installation or repair in Ellisville, Missouri.

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