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Picket Fence Installation
Picket fencing uses spaced vertical boards at a lower height to define a boundary without closing off the view. Fence Max Texas builds custom picket fences across Dallas–Fort Worth with a choice of picket profiles, spacing, top shapes and matching gates.
A picket fence is about definition rather than concealment. It marks a boundary, keeps children and pets in a front yard, and adds character to the street face of the house while leaving the view open.
Design choices matter more here than on a privacy fence, because every element is visible. Picket width, spacing, top profile and the height of the rails all change how the finished fence reads from the sidewalk.
We build picket fencing in cedar and pressure-treated wood, with the same construction standards as our taller fences: proper post setting, correct spans and hardware sized for the gates.
Why it works here
Built for North Texas
Custom design consultation
Every picket fence installation project starts with a site visit, a written design and a clear estimate — at no cost.
Quality materials
We use only the finest quality material available to ensure the highest longevity together with your custom design.
Professional project manager
Personal attention, on-time completion and professional team work from design through final walkthrough.
Exclusive warranty
Fence Max Texas provides an exclusive warranty on all of its installed products.
Materials & options
- Cedar or pressure-treated pickets
- Dog-ear, flat and pointed picket tops
- Scalloped and arched section layouts
- Custom picket spacing
- Paint or stain finishes
- Matching garden gates
What affects cost
- Linear footage and height
- Picket profile and spacing
- Scallop or arch detailing
- Cedar vs. pressure-treated
- Paint vs. stain
- Gates
Texas weather
Painted picket fences show weather faster than stained privacy fences because every surface is visible and exposed. Finish quality and periodic touch-up are what keep a picket fence looking sharp in Texas sun.
Maintenance
Wash annually and re-coat paint or stain on schedule. Because pickets are individually visible, replacing a damaged one promptly keeps the fence looking maintained.
FAQ
Common questions
- How tall is a picket fence?
- Typically three to four feet, which is what makes it work as a boundary marker rather than a screen. Front-yard height limits are often set by city ordinance.
- Will a picket fence contain a dog?
- It depends on the dog and the picket spacing. Tell us the breed and we will size spacing and height accordingly.
- Paint or stain?
- Paint gives the classic white picket look but requires more upkeep in Texas sun. Stain is lower maintenance and shows the cedar grain.
- Can the top be scalloped?
- Yes. Scalloped and arched section layouts are among the most common requests on picket fencing.
- Do HOAs allow picket fencing in front yards?
- Many do, with restrictions on height, material and color. Check your declarations, and we will provide the details for your submission.
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