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Our custom fence services in Kent, WA give homeowners creative control over the look and function of their fencing. We work with you to choose materials, heights, and details that match your home and landscape. From decorative wood patterns to ornamental metal accents, Legendary Fence Company Kent designs and installs custom fences that stand out while still delivering security and privacy.
Legendary Fence Company Kent provides professional custom fence throughout Kent, WA, Washington and the surrounding area. Our licensed, insured crew delivers safe, clean, on-time work with a free estimate before anything begins. Call 253-893-6502 or request your free quote.
Custom Fences Designed Around Your Kent Home
When you choose a custom fence for your Kent property, you are not just picking a style from a catalog. You are deciding how your yard functions, how secure your home feels, and how your outdoor space looks from the street. At Legendary Fence Company Kent, we start every custom fence project with a simple walk-through of your yard so we can see the slopes, trees, utilities, and views you want to keep or block.
We talk through how you actually use your yard. Do you need a secure play area for kids, privacy from a busy Kent street, or a clean modern look to match a recent exterior remodel? That conversation drives every design choice. For example, a corner lot near busy Kent-Kangley Road usually needs more privacy and noise buffering, while a home on a cul-de-sac might want a lower fence in front to keep the yard open and neighbor friendly.
From there, we measure your property, confirm boundary lines using any surveys you have, and look for potential issues like shared fences, drainage paths, and uneven ground. In Kent, many older neighborhoods have surprise property line quirks or older chain-link fences that do not sit exactly on the line. We explain what we find and how it affects where a new custom fence can legally go.
Because this is a true custom fence service, every detail is flexible: height, style, materials, gate locations, latch types, and even how much maintenance you want in the future. By the end of the planning visit, you will know what is realistically possible on your lot, what will likely require a City of Kent permit, and which ideas will give you the best value for your budget.
Material Options That Work In Kent Weather
Kent’s wet winters and moss friendly shade can be tough on fences. When we recommend materials for a custom fence, we factor in our local climate, soil conditions, and how close your fence is to irrigation or soggy spots.
Wood is still the most popular for residential privacy fences in Kent. We typically use pressure treated posts and either cedar or treated pine pickets. Cedar resists rot and insects better and holds stain very well, which matters in our damp climate. Treated pine costs less upfront, but it usually needs more consistent sealing or painting to stay in good shape. For custom looks, we can do horizontal planks, picture-frame borders, decorative lattice at the top, or mixed-width boards to break up large spans.
Vinyl is a smart option if you want low maintenance. It will not rot or need painting, and the smooth surfaces clean up easily after our frequent rain. Many Kent homeowners go with solid vinyl for privacy along back property lines, then add a more decorative vinyl picket or semi-privacy style toward the street. You can choose colors that coordinate with your home, not just standard white.
Metal fencing has come a long way from old chain-link. Powder-coated steel or aluminum fences work well for front yards, around driveways, and around view lots where you want security without blocking the scenery. In Kent neighborhoods near greenbelts or open space, we often design custom metal fences that keep pets in while staying transparent so you can still see trees and wildlife.
Hybrid designs are also common. For example, wood privacy panels along the sides and back of the yard, plus modern black metal across the front. Legendary Fence Company Kent will walk you through the trade-offs between look, lifespan, and cost so you can choose the right combination for your home.
How The Custom Fence Process Works From Start To Finish
Our goal is to make getting a custom fence straightforward and predictable. Here is what you can expect when you work with Legendary Fence Company Kent.
Step 1: On site consultation and design. We inspect your property, take measurements, and learn what you want your fence to do. We sketch layout options on site when possible, including gate locations and transitions between different fence heights or materials. If you have a survey, we review it together to avoid property line surprises.
Step 2: Clear, itemized estimate. You receive a written estimate that breaks out materials, labor, post-setting method, any demolition of old fence, hauling away debris, and optional extras like staining or upgraded hardware. We explain how changes in fence height, board style, or material grade will affect the cost so you can choose what to prioritize.
Step 3: Permits and neighbor coordination. For fences in Kent over certain heights or in front yards, a permit may be required. We can guide you on current City of Kent fence rules or handle the permit as part of the project if you prefer. When a fence sits on a shared property line, we suggest strategies for talking to neighbors about layout and cost sharing, and can provide drawings or written descriptions you can show them.
Step 4: Site prep and layout. On installation day, we confirm the layout with you before digging. We locate underground utilities (gas, power, communications) through the appropriate locate service, then mark post positions carefully with paint or stakes. In yards with slopes, we decide with you whether to step the fence or follow the grade for a smoother line.
Step 5: Posts and structure. We set posts in concrete, taking into account Kent’s typical soil conditions and freeze depth. In soggier or newly filled soil, we may increase hole depth or concrete volume for extra stability. Once the posts set, we install rails or framing, keeping everything level and plumb to avoid future sagging.
Step 6: Panels, pickets, and gates. Pickets or panels are installed with consistent spacing, then custom gates are built to match. We use framed gate construction and strong hinges because gates take the most abuse. For privacy fences, we make sure there are no large gaps at the bottom that could let pets out or debris blow in.
Step 7: Final walkthrough and care tips. We walk the fence line with you to confirm the details, adjust latches and closers, and point out any areas that may need extra care, such as sections near sprinkler heads or heavy shade.
Cost Drivers, Common Challenges, And How We Solve Them
Custom fence pricing in Kent depends on more than just linear footage. We are upfront about what affects cost so you can make informed choices.
Material choice is the biggest factor. Wood is generally the most budget friendly to install, although premium cedar or decorative styles cost more. Vinyl and metal often cost more upfront but need far less maintenance over time. Fence height also matters. A 6 foot privacy fence uses more material and often requires more robust posts than a 4 foot decorative fence.
Yard conditions play a big role. Sloped or uneven yards require more measuring, cutting, and sometimes terracing to keep the fence line attractive and functional. Rocky soil or dense tree roots can slow post digging. In some Kent backyards near older trees, we sometimes need to hand dig holes to avoid roots or utilities. We explain these issues early and give realistic expectations.
Demolition and hauling of old fencing can add cost, especially with heavy concrete footings or multiple layers of old repairs. Legendary Fence Company Kent can price removal separately so you can decide whether to handle some of that work yourself or have us do everything.
Common challenges in Kent include dealing with wet or soft ground, mismatched neighboring fences, and tight side yards. For soft ground, we may use larger diameter post holes, more concrete, or even gravel for drainage under the fence line in known problem spots. When a neighbor’s older fence does not line up with your ideal layout, we can help you choose whether to match it, butt up against it with your own fence, or replace that section jointly.
If you have dogs that dig or small pets that slip through gaps, we intentionally design for that. Options include setting the fence slightly lower and grading soil to meet it, adding a bottom rail with tighter picket spacing, or installing a small buried barrier along the inside of the fence line. These are small details, but they make a big difference in how well your custom fence actually works for your family.
Timing, Local Considerations, And Getting Started
In Kent, the best times to schedule custom fence installation are typically late spring through early fall when the ground is more workable and there is less heavy rain. Winter installations are still possible, but very saturated soil can slow down concrete curing and make access harder, especially in backyards that rely on side gates. If you want your new fence ready before summer gatherings or before the school year starts, contacting Legendary Fence Company Kent a month or two in advance helps secure your preferred dates.
We also factor in local rules and neighborhood standards. Some Kent subdivisions and HOAs have specific requirements for fence height, color, or materials facing the street. Bringing any HOA documents or guidelines to the first visit helps us design within those rules so your custom fence is approved without delay.
Before we start work, we recommend you walk your fence line and remove or mark any plants, yard décor, or irrigation heads close to the planned fence path. If there are trees along the line, decide whether branches can be trimmed or if the fence should jog around them. Small layout changes, like moving a gate a few feet to align better with a patio door, often cost nothing extra if decided before materials are ordered.
To get started, reach out to Legendary Fence Company Kent and tell us a little about your property, your goals, and any photos or sketches you already have. We will schedule an on site consultation, talk through real options that fit your home and budget, and provide a clear proposal for your custom fence. You will know what you are getting, what it will cost, and how long it will take before you commit, so there are no surprises once the work begins.
