Fence Pros in Shreveport, LA | Wood, Chain Link & Privacy

Fence Company in Shreveport, LA: Installation, Repair & Gates

Shreveport Fence Pros is a local fence company serving Shreveport and the surrounding areas, including Bossier City, Eastwood, and Red Chute. We install new fencing in wood, vinyl, chain link, and aluminum or ornamental iron; repair existing fences and posts; install and repair gates; and handle storm damage restoration. Homeowners searching for a fence company near me in Shreveport know that every subdivision here has fenced lots, and every fence faces the same climate and ground conditions. We work on those conditions every day, and we know when a repair will hold and when replacement is the better spend.

Whether you need a privacy fence installed, a leaning fence diagnosed, a gate that drags brought back into square, or damage from severe weather documented and estimated, call (318) 666-4472 for a free estimate. We are fully fully insured, and we field the same crews for every job, from the smallest repair to a full fence replacement.

Why Fences Lean in Shreveport: Clay Soil and Rotted Posts

Most leaning fences in this market are a post problem, not a panel problem. The soil and humidity here work a fence post back and forth season after season. A post set in the ground absorbs moisture at the ground line, and that constant dampness causes the wood to decay exactly at the point bearing the load. Over time, the post loses strength and begins to rack out of plumb. A handful of failed posts can make an entire fence line appear to be failing, even though the pickets, rails, and stringers above ground are still sound. This is why an honest assessment walks the whole fence line and tests every post, not just the one that was called in.

When we inspect a fence, we check whether the concrete footing itself has heaved or shifted, or whether the post has failed inside a sound footing. A fence with sound pickets and rails and a handful of failed posts is worth repairing. Resetting or replacing those posts saves the rest of the fence and costs far less than a full replacement. A fence where the posts have rotted at the ground line along most of the run is at end of life. Repairing it section by section over the next few years will cost more than replacing it once, properly. We quote both when both are real options, and we tell you which makes sense for your fence. Wood that has decayed is replaced. Moisture at the ground line is the cause. We do not perform termite or pest inspections, apply chemical treatments, or carry out pest control, which is a separately regulated trade. Call (318) 666-4472 or request a fence post repair and replacement estimate to have your fence line walked and diagnosed.

Once we have identified which posts need work, the repair itself is straightforward. A failed post is dug out, and a new post is set in concrete. The depth and diameter of the footing, and the concrete strength, are the details that determine whether the new post will hold. Posts set shallow or tamped rather than concrete-set tend to fail again within a few years. We set posts in concrete, at a depth that accounts for your local conditions, and we space them according to the fence type and the panel load. This is the work that makes the difference between a fence that holds and one that leans again.

Storm Damage Fence Repair in Shreveport

Severe wind and storms can push entire fence runs over on the same line, snap posts at grade, or tear away panels altogether. A fence rebuilt after storm damage should come back stronger than it was before, with posts set deeper and in sound concrete, and with material that can stand up to the weather here. We provide a free damage assessment, photograph each section of damage, and prepare a written estimate that documents what needs to be repaired or replaced. You can choose to provide that estimate to your insurance carrier if you have coverage for the damage.

We help you document the damage, but coverage decisions rest with your carrier. We do not act as an adjuster, do not negotiate with insurers on your behalf, and do not promise or imply that any repair will be covered or that a claim will be approved. We also do not waive, absorb, or pay any part of your deductible. What we do is give you an honest, detailed estimate of the work needed and the cost. If you choose to file a claim, that estimate becomes part of your documentation. Call (318) 666-4472 or visit our storm damage fence repair page to schedule an assessment.

Cedar, Pine, Vinyl or Chain Link: Choosing for This Climate

Choosing a fence material is a choice between maintenance, cost, and lifespan. Cedar is beautiful and naturally resistant to decay, but under this sun and humidity it wants cleaning and re-staining every two to three years to stay that way. That maintenance cycle is what decides whether a cedar fence lasts closer to ten years or closer to twenty. Pressure-treated pine costs less upfront, holds up well with minimal maintenance, and is a smart budget choice when you need a fence that will serve you reliably for a decade or more. Vinyl and PVC fencing require almost no maintenance and will not rot, but they do not have the same visual warmth as wood, and in some neighborhoods HOA rules restrict them. Chain link is the toughest material per dollar spent, and gauge and mesh size determine how long it will last. Galvanized chain link resists rust longer than black powder-coated, but black looks better and costs less. Aluminum and ornamental iron fencing is the choice for pool barriers, front yards, and any place where the fence needs to follow a slope. Aluminum can be racked to step or follow grade, and ornamental iron gates and panels add real presence to an entry.

We quote all of these materials by the linear foot, and the quote is done on site because slope, existing fence to tear out, gate count, and site access all change the final number. Visit our wood and privacy fence, vinyl fence, chain link, and aluminum and ornamental iron pages to learn more about each material, or call for a pricing estimate tailored to your property.

Permits, HOA Rules, Property Lines & Pool Barriers

Fence permits and height regulations vary by city and county in the Greater Shreveport area. In most jurisdictions, permits are required before installation begins, though some areas do not require them for residential fences. Many cities in the area set maximum height limits, typically between four and six feet for side and rear fences, with lower limits for front-yard fences. Corner-visibility rules may also apply. If your property is in a master-planned community or under deed restrictions, an HOA often governs fence height, material, and color, and architectural approval is usually required before work starts. We recommend checking with your HOA and the local building department before committing to a design. Pool barrier codes are set by state law and local ordinance. We install pool fencing to meet the pool barrier codes that apply at your address, including self-closing self-latching hardware on gates. The final determination of compliance rests with the local building official having jurisdiction. No barrier replaces supervision of children or swimmers. Before we dig post holes, we request Louisiana 811 utility locates to mark underground utilities. Locates cover participating operators only and do not mark private lines such as irrigation or landscape lighting, so please tell us about any private utilities on your property. We are fence contractors, not land surveyors. We install fencing on the property line you identify, working from your existing survey or plat. Determining a boundary is the work of a licensed land surveyor. We recommend confirming your property line and obtaining any neighbor or association consent in writing before work begins. Requirements vary across jurisdictions, so always verify with the Shreveport building department and your HOA before starting your project. Call (318) 666-4472 or request a free estimate to discuss your specific property and its requirements.