From full-privacy cedar fencing to shadowbox, stockade, dog-ear pickets, horizontal designs, picket fences, split rail and custom gates, we build wood fencing around the look, privacy, access and function you want from the property.
Wood can be built for full privacy, partial screening, curb appeal or open property boundaries. Instead of making you sort through a wall of options, we group the major styles by the result and appearance they create.
Closely spaced vertical boards create the classic wood privacy-fence look. Dog-ear pickets add the familiar clipped-corner profile, while board-on-board construction overlaps boards to reduce direct sight lines as wood naturally moves.
Horizontal boards create clean lines and a more contemporary look while still providing strong screening. Post layout, board support and grade transitions matter because the long horizontal lines make alignment especially noticeable.
Shadowbox fencing alternates boards for dimension, airflow and a finished look from both sides. Lattice toppers, scalloped or arched profiles, cap-and-trim details and other top treatments can make a privacy fence feel more custom.
Not every wood fence needs to block the view. Open picket fencing, split rail, two- or three-rail ranch fencing and wood-framed wire systems can define property lines, gardens and larger yards while keeping the space visually open.
Traditional side-by-side boards are only the starting point. Stockade-style layouts, dog-ear pickets, board-on-board construction, shadowbox designs, horizontal boards, decorative tops and custom gate details can all change how the finished fence looks and how much screening it provides.
Wood species, grade, dimensions and where each component is used affect appearance, maintenance and project cost. Cedar is a popular choice for visible fence boards because of its natural appearance, while structural and value-driven material choices can vary by project.
We would rather price the actual design than pretend every “wood fence” is the same product. Board layout, post and rail system, gate framing, decorative details and finishing plan should all be considered together.
Gate width, swing direction, grade, post support and hardware should be planned with the fence from the beginning. We can build matching walk gates, double gates, garden gates and wider service openings around how you move through the property.
Wood fence pricing depends on much more than linear footage. Style, height, board layout, gates, post and rail requirements, grade, access and old-fence removal can all change the project.
Sun, moisture, temperature swings and normal weathering all affect exterior wood. Cleaning, inspection and protective staining or sealing may be appropriate over the life of the fence depending on the wood, coating history and exposure.
Privacy, horizontal lines, gates, rails and wire combinations each create a very different result. Use these projects as starting points—not limitations.
Wood fencing is repairable by nature, which can be a major advantage. But widespread post failure, repeated repairs or a layout that no longer works may make replacement the better investment.
We use the estimate process to narrow the style, layout, gate needs and project details so the scope is clear before construction starts.
Privacy, curb appeal, pets, boundary, garden, access—or a mix.
Compare privacy layouts, board orientation, top details, rails and gate options.
Review layout, removal, access, material choices and written project details.
Install the approved wood-fence system around the actual property conditions.
Wood fencing fits a wide range of Cedar Rapids properties because it can be built open or private, traditional or modern, simple or highly customized. Whether you already know you want cedar privacy fencing or you are comparing shadowbox, stockade, picket, horizontal or rail styles, we can help narrow the design around the property and your priorities.
We also serve Marion, Hiawatha, Robins, Fairfax and our other service areas.
These guides answer the questions that usually matter most before someone commits to a wood fence.
Still deciding between styles? Send us the property and what you want the fence to accomplish. You do not have to know the technical name of the design before requesting an estimate.
Get My Wood Fence EstimateWe build wood fencing for privacy, decorative and open layouts, including traditional stockade-style privacy, dog-ear picket tops, board-on-board, shadowbox, horizontal wood fencing, lattice-top and decorative-top privacy fences, picket fencing, split rail, post-and-rail or ranch-style fencing, wood-and-wire combinations, and custom gate configurations. Final availability and design depend on the property and project scope.
Stockade-style fencing uses closely spaced vertical boards for a straightforward privacy layout. Board-on-board overlaps boards to reduce sight lines as wood moves. Shadowbox alternates boards on opposite sides of the rails to create a finished look from both sides with some airflow and partial visibility at angles.
Yes. A dog-ear profile is a common decorative top shape used on individual wood pickets and can be incorporated into traditional privacy-fence layouts. We can also discuss flat-top, scalloped, lattice-top and other wood-fence details.
Yes. Horizontal wood fencing can create a more modern appearance and can be designed for privacy or decorative screening. Post layout, board support, grade and material selection are especially important to the finished result.
Yes. Wood is not limited to privacy fencing. Open picket fences, split-rail fences, post-and-rail or ranch-style layouts, and wood-and-wire combinations can work well for boundaries, gardens, decorative areas and more open properties.
Wood fence pricing depends on footage, height, style, board layout, post and rail requirements, gates, grade, access, removal of existing fencing, material selection and finishing details. A project-specific estimate is the best way to price the actual property.
Wood fencing benefits from a maintenance plan appropriate to the material, condition and exposure. Surface preparation, moisture condition, product choice and weather all matter, so staining or sealing should be planned around the specific fence rather than a one-size-fits-all schedule.
Yes. Every project receives a written warranty. The length and terms vary by project type and are provided for the specific work being completed.
Get a free estimate for cedar privacy fencing, shadowbox, stockade, dog-ear, horizontal, picket, split-rail, ranch-style, wood-and-wire fencing, gates and other custom wood-fence projects.
