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Chain Link Fence Installation in Abilene
Chain link marks your line, keeps pets in and lets you see every corner of the yard. It covers a small backyard, a long run of acreage and a business lot with the same simple design. Wind passes through it, and the coating handles sun and rain.
At Everock Fencing in Abilene, TX, we build chain link around the ground it stands in. We build across Taylor County, not only in the city. We sink the posts deep, stretch the mesh tight and level every gate. Your fence keeps its line through every season.
Why Some Chain Link Fences Sag
Chain link is only as tight as the posts and top rail that hold it. A leaning post or a loose rail lets the mesh sag and the bottom edge lift.
We set the posts deep and stretch the mesh against a tension bar, so it stays tight from the first post to the last.
What You Get With a Chain Link Fence
A clear view of everything you own.
See your yard, your kids and your gate from the window, and spot trouble along the line early. Open mesh keeps the view clear, and a tight top rail keeps the line straight.
Room to cover a lot of ground.
You fence the full boundary without turning the project into a big build. Chain link works as well on a long pasture edge as on a narrow side yard. Rolls of mesh run along the line, so long distances stay simple.
Upkeep that fits in an afternoon.
Your weekends stay yours. A rinse, a look at the ties and a touch-up on any scratch is the whole routine. Galvanized or coated steel needs no stain or sealer.
Wind passes through.
Your fence keeps its line in a gust. Wind passes through open mesh instead of pushing on a solid panel, so the posts carry less load. That makes open mesh a steady choice on open ground.
Coating that handles the weather.
Your fence keeps its look, and you skip the yearly finish. Galvanized or coated steel takes sun and rain without paint. The coating is part of the wire, so there is no paint to renew.
Services That Go With a Chain Link Fence
Set Deep for Abilene Clay Loam
The ground sets the standard for a chain link fence in Abilene. USDA describes the Abilene soil series as clay loam with 35 to 50 percent clay below the surface, and water moves through it moderately slowly. Clay holds moisture around a footing, so a post needs real depth and a solid base to stay put.
We build for that. Terminal posts at the ends, corners and gates go deeper than the line posts between them, because they carry the pull of the mesh. We set every post in concrete and let it cure before we hang the mesh. You get a fence that stays straight, with gates that keep closing the way they did on the first day.
What Happens After You Get In Touch
Three steps, in this order. Nothing is hidden, and nothing starts until you approve the plan.
- You get in touch. Send the short form or call. We can call you back and ask a few questions first, so we know what you want to fence and where. Estimates are always free.
- We visit and quote in person. We walk your lot with you, measure each run and mark the gate spots. You choose the height, the mesh and the finish, and you see the itemized quote on site.
- We build, you approve. We request the Texas811 locate and set the posts in concrete. Then we stretch the mesh tight, hang the gates and tidy the work area when we finish.
What the Job Covers From Start to Finish
Layout with you. We walk your lot, measure each run and mark the gate spots before any hole is dug.
Rules and lines. We check the layout against Abilene’s height and setback rules and request the Texas811 locate. That call does not mark private lines such as sprinklers, so you point those out on the visit.
Posts and footings. Deep terminal posts go in at every end, corner and gate, set in concrete.
Mesh and rail. We stretch the mesh tight with a tension bar and bands at every end, corner and gate. Heights run from 4 feet to 7 feet, in galvanized or black coated mesh.
Gates. Walk gates and drive gates hang on heavier posts.
Finishes, Heights and Lasting Power
Chain link comes in two finishes and a few heights, and each choice has a clear job. Pick them together and the fence suits the way you use the land.
Galvanized mesh.
A zinc-coated silver finish that blends into a yard and takes the weather without paint. It is the practical pick for pet runs, pasture edges and utility areas.
Black coated mesh.
A vinyl or powder coat finish that fades into the background, so the eye goes to your yard and not the fence. It suits front boundaries and homes where the look matters.
Heights.
Four feet works for front areas and small pets. Six and seven feet suit side and rear lines, larger dogs and commercial lots.
Slats.
Privacy slats weave into the mesh and block the view. Before we order slats, we check how the city treats a slatted fence, so the finished look stays inside the rules.
Chain link lasts because every part does one job. The mesh stays tight, the rails hold the shape and the posts carry the load. Acreage and pasture edges toward Potosi and Buffalo Gap use the same design as a city yard, only longer.
Mesh, Posts and Rails That Stay Tight
A chain link fence is a short list of parts that share the load. Everock Fencing picks each one for the strain it will carry.
Terminal posts.
These sit at every end, corner and gate. They take the pull of the mesh, so they are set deeper and braced.
Line posts.
They run between the terminals and keep the top rail level. We space them evenly so the mesh hangs without sag.
Top rail.
It ties the posts into one frame and gives the mesh a straight edge to follow.
Mesh.
We pull it tight to the tension bar and fasten it with bands at the terminals and ties along the line posts.
Gates and fittings.
Gates carry more weight and more motion than the rest of the fence. We hang them on heavier posts with sturdy hinges and a latch that meets its catch, so they swing true.
Height, Setback and Permits in Abilene
Abilene’s rules decide how the fence is laid out, and we plan around them from the start. Planning & Development Services handles where a fence goes, and Code Compliance handles how it looks once it is up.
Tall where it counts.
Chain link counts as an open fence. It can reach 4 feet at the front property line and 7 feet along the sides and rear, so a taller run belongs behind the front of the house.
A line that stays straight.
A fence that is 4 feet or shorter is flagged as deteriorated when it leans more than 6 inches at the top. A taller fence has more room, up to 1 foot. Set the footings and the top rail right once, and your fence stays well inside both limits.
A clean setback.
The fence stands 10 feet or more back from the curb or pavement edge, on your own land and clear of the public right-of-way.
Paperwork that stays small.
Only a fence above 7 feet needs a building permit, and that height also takes a Board of Adjustment variance.
Lines marked before the first hole.
We call Texas811 before we dig. Marking of public lines is free, and the notice goes in at least two working days ahead.
HOA rules sorted early.
If your neighborhood has an HOA, we go through its fence rules with you before the build.
Quick Checks That Keep the Line Straight
You can keep your chain link tight and clean with a few easy habits. Each one takes minutes and protects the coating.
Rinse it a few times a year.
Dust and dirt sit on the mesh and dull the coating. A hose or a soft brush clears them.
Touch up scratches.
If the coating chips, dab on cold galvanizing paint or matching touch-up paint before rust starts. A small spot takes a minute.
Keep trimmers off the mesh.
String trimmers and mowers nick the coating at the base. Edge with a few inches of space.
Check the ties and bands.
If one slides loose, press it back into place. Tight mesh keeps its shape.
Oil the gate.
A drop on hinges and latch keeps the gate swinging smooth.
Pull the vines.
Climbing growth adds weight and holds moisture against the metal. Cut it back each season.
Chain Link Fence Installation in Abilene and the Towns Around It
You get the same visit whether your lot is in Abilene or out toward Tye, Merkel, Buffalo Gap, Hawley or Clyde. Tell us where the lot sits, and we start with the rules for that address.
How Length, Height and Finish Set the Price
Length, height and mesh gauge set most of the number. Finish matters next, since black coated costs more to produce than galvanized. After that the site decides the rest: slope, hard digging, corners, the number and width of gates, and any old fence that must be pulled out.
Estimates are always free. Quoting in person is the preferred way, because the measurements, the ground and the gate openings are all visible on site.
Asking costs you nothing. The visit shows you the whole job. Have three things ready: where the property line runs, where the gates go and how tall the fence should be.
Chain Link, Wood or Welded Wire
| What matters | Chain link | Wood | Welded wire |
|---|---|---|---|
| View | Open, clear sight lines | Closed, no view | Open, wider squares |
| Privacy | Slats add cover | Full with board on board | None without a liner |
| Upkeep | Rinse, check ties, touch up coating | Stain and sealer on a schedule | Check welds and coating |
| Pets | Small mesh holds most dogs | Solid, no gaps | Small pets can slip through |
| Wind | Passes through | Catches the wind | Passes through |
| Repair | Replace a section of mesh | Replace boards or rails | Replace a panel |
| Best for | Yards, acreage, business lots | Privacy and a natural look | Gardens and light boundaries |
Choose chain link for a long boundary, pets and low upkeep. Choose wood when privacy comes first, and welded wire for a light garden edge. See the wood fence installation page for details.
You Go First After the Build
Layout, height and gate spots get your sign-off first. After that, the build is ours to get right.
After we build your fence, any fix goes to the front of the schedule. You’re booked first. If the problem is the installation, we fix it.
FAQs
How tall can a chain link fence be in Abilene?
Up to 7 feet on side and rear lines inside the city limits. At the front property line it tops out at 4 feet, because chain link is an open fence.
Can I add privacy slats later?
Yes. Slats weave into the mesh you already have, so you keep the posts and rails. We check the city’s view on slatted fences before we order them.
Galvanized or black coated?
Galvanized is a plain silver and suits working areas. Black coated blends into the landscape and suits the front of a home.
How deep are the posts?
Depth follows the height of the fence and the ground. Terminal posts go deeper than line posts, and every post is set in concrete.
Do I need a permit for chain link?
Not when the fence stays at 7 feet or lower and clears the setbacks. Anything taller needs a permit and a variance.
What happens if my fence leans?
The city can flag a fence that is 4 feet or shorter once it leans more than 6 inches at the top. Posts set right at the start keep the line straight.
Who calls before digging?
We do. Texas811 wants two working days’ notice, and marking public lines costs you nothing.
Do you build outside the Abilene city limits?
Yes. We build across Taylor County. The location of your lot decides which rules apply, and we check them before the build.
Do you charge for estimates?
No. Estimates are always free, and quoting in person is preferred.
Walk Your Boundary With Us
Walk your boundary with us and judge the job with everything in front of you. We measure each run, mark the gates and talk finish and height. The estimate costs nothing, and you leave knowing exactly what gets built.
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