Cedar Privacy Fence Installation in Oklahoma City
A cedar privacy fence is a big purchase, and the difference between one that lasts twenty years and one that fails early is mostly in details you cannot see from the street: the cedar species, the posts, and how deep they go. Here is what a good install includes, and how to make sure you are getting it.
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What a good install actually includes
- The right cedar. Western Red Cedar is the highest quality and holds up longest. White and Japanese cedar are cheaper substitutes that do not last as well. A lot of homeowners get tripped up here because they ask for "cedar" without knowing there are different kinds.
- Metal posts, proper gauge. Treated wood posts do not last like they used to. Metal is the standard now, but gauge matters. Insist on a solid gauge, not the lightest grade. Prefer the look of wood? Metal posts can be wrapped in it.
- Set at least two feet deep. This is the storm defense. Our straight-line winds flatten shallow-set fences. Depth plus sturdy posts is what keeps yours standing.
- Permits and utility marking. A real installer pulls the right permits and calls 811 to get utilities marked before digging. If a bidder never brings it up, that is a warning sign.
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- 2. We connect you with an independent, licensed local fence contractor.
- 3. They look at your fence and give you a quote. No obligation.
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Cedar fence installation FAQ
- What is the best wood for a privacy fence in Oklahoma?
- Western Red Cedar is the top choice. It holds its shape and resists rot far longer than white or Japanese cedar, which are cheaper but do not last as well. Make sure a bidder names the exact species, because 'cedar' covers several very different woods.
- Should fence posts be wood or metal?
- Metal. The chemistry used to treat wood posts changed, and they do not last like they used to. Sturdy metal posts are the modern standard. If you do not like the galvanized look, there are metal posts that can be wrapped in wood.
- How deep should fence posts be set?
- At least two feet. In Oklahoma that depth, with sturdy metal posts, is the best defense against straight-line winds that flatten shallow-set fences.
- What should I ask a fence installer before hiring?
- Ask which cedar species and what post gauge they use, and whether they pull permits and call 811 to mark utilities. A bidder who never mentions permits or utility marking is a red flag.
- How much does a cedar privacy fence cost in OKC?
- Roughly $25 to $35 per linear foot installed, depending on species, post quality, and site conditions. See our fence replacement cost page for the full breakdown.
Planning the budget? See fence replacement cost in OKC. Once it is up, keep it looking new with fence staining.