Fence Contractor in Charleston, SC
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Tell us about your yard and the fence you have in mind. We call you back to schedule a site visit at a time that works for you.
Wood privacy, aluminum, pool code and chain link fences, built as new installs or full replacements.
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Fence Styles We Build for Charleston Homes
Most homeowners find us while searching for fence installation near them. They want three things: a fence that fits the yard and the HOA, a contractor who answers the phone and a firm install date. Many have already waited weeks for another company to call back. We schedule the site visit, put the plan and the price in writing and set the install date before any work starts.
Most homeowners find us while searching for fence installation near them. They want three things: a fence that fits the yard and the HOA, a contractor who answers the phone and a firm install date. Many have already waited weeks for another company to call back. We schedule the site visit, put the plan and the price in writing and set the install date before any work starts.
Picket and Charleston-style wood fences suit front yards and historic streets where a solid wall would look out of place. We build classic pickets, shadow box and horizontal slat fences, with gates built to match. We help you pick a style that works with the house, the street and your neighborhood’s design rules.
Aluminum does not rust, and a powder-coated finish holds its color in the salt air near the harbor and the islands. We install black aluminum fences in 2-rail and 3-rail styles, stepped or racked to follow sloped ground. It is a strong fit for waterfront homes on Daniel Island, Sullivan’s Island and Isle of Palms.
A pool fence keeps children and pets out of the water when nobody is watching. We install pool code aluminum fences with self-closing, self-latching gates, built to the height and spacing rules for residential pools. We can plan the fence around your pool construction schedule so the deck, the fence and the inspection line up.
Chain link is a durable, budget-friendly way to fence a backyard, side yard or dog run. We install galvanized and black vinyl-coated chain link and set the posts in concrete. Fence height and gate latches are planned around your dog. One homeowner had an estimate two days after calling and a finished dog area a little over a week later.
When a fence leans after a storm, rots at the posts or no longer meets your HOA’s rules, replacing it gives you a clean start. We tear out the old fence, haul it away and build the new one on a set schedule. We replace fences only and do not do repairs.
A Charleston Fence Company Managed by the Owner
Richmond Brown owns Quality Fence & Custom Outdoors and runs every project himself. He visits the property, writes the estimate and stays your point of contact until the final walkthrough. Our installation crews work with him full time, so the people on your property know how he wants the job done. We work on residential properties only.
When you compare fence companies near you, ask how often you will hear from the contractor. Homeowners who have been let down before tell us what matters most: calls returned, crews on time and a schedule that holds. One customer wrote that the crew showed up early and stayed late every day. Another had waited three weeks for a callback from a different company, then had a quote within the hour and a finished fence that same week.
How Your Fence Project Works From First Call to Final Walkthrough
We walk the fence line with you, take measurements and note slopes, trees and gate locations. We also go over your HOA rules and the permit needs for your address.
You get a written estimate with the style, height, materials and gates spelled out. Once you approve it, you get a firm install date.
The crew arrives at the agreed time, sets the posts, builds the fence and hangs the gates. Richmond keeps you updated as the work moves along, and the crew cleans up the site before leaving.
We walk the finished fence with you and check that every gate swings level and latches. The job closes only when you are satisfied with the result.
Salt Air and Hurricane Season in Charleston and What They Mean for Your Fence
Salt air off the harbor, the Wando River and the barrier islands corrodes standard steel hardware, and summer humidity keeps wood damp long enough to invite rot and termites. From June through November, tropical storms push strong wind across long fence runs. Sandy, wet Lowcountry soil gives poorly set posts little to hold on to. Quality Fence & Custom Outdoors builds for those conditions with powder-coated aluminum for waterfront lots, ground-contact pressure-treated posts set in concrete and coated or stainless fasteners that resist rust. For a wood look with less upkeep, we install Trex composite, which resists rot and insects.
Choosing a Fence Material for a Charleston Home
The right material depends on how close you live to salt water, how much privacy you want and how much upkeep you plan to do. This comparison covers the four fence materials we install for homes in Charleston and nearby communities.
| Material | Salt Air and Humidity | Upkeep | Privacy | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wood (pressure-treated pine) | Holds up well when sealed and when posts are set for drainage in wet soil | Stain or seal every few years | Full privacy with board-on-board or shadow box | Backyards, HOA neighborhoods and Charleston-style designs |
| Aluminum (powder-coated) | Does not rust, and the finish resists salt air | Very low, an occasional rinse | Open view, not a privacy fence | Waterfront lots, front yards and pool enclosures |
| Trex composite | Resists rot, insects and moisture | Low, no staining needed | Full privacy | Homeowners who want a wood look with less upkeep |
| Chain link (galvanized or black vinyl-coated) | Coating protects the steel, and black vinyl adds a second layer | Low | Little privacy | Dog runs, side yards and budget projects |
Not sure which fits your yard? We compare options on your property during the site visit.
Gutters, Decks and Patios From the Same Team
Fences are our main work, and many fence customers ask us to handle other outdoor projects too. The same owner-managed process covers gutters, decks and patios, so you deal with one contractor for the whole yard.
Heavy summer rain in Charleston overflows undersized or sagging gutters and sends water toward the foundation. We install seamless aluminum and copper gutters formed on site, plus gutter guards that keep pine needles and leaves out. We install new systems and replace old ones. We do not repair or clean existing gutters.
We build paver and concrete patios, walkways and driveways, plus outdoor kitchens on new decks and patios. Each project is planned around how you use the yard, and you can pair it with a new fence for one finished outdoor space
We build new wood and composite decks, stairs and railings, or tear out and replace a deck worn down by the humidity. Railings are built to code for height and spacing and finished to match the deck.
Reviews From Charleston Homeowners
Quality Fence & Custom Outdoors holds a 5.0 rating on Google. Customers mention the same things again and again: calls returned fast, crews on time, clean job sites and fences built the way they were planned. Read a few below or see every review on our Google Business Profile.
Fence Guides for Lowcountry Homeowners
Planning a fence raises questions about cost, HOA approval, permits and which material survives salt air. Our guides answer those questions with Charleston-area details, so you know what to ask before your estimate.
Areas We Serve Around Charleston, SC
Quality Fence & Custom Outdoors is based at 460 King St Office 11, Charleston, SC 29403 and installs fences for homeowners in Charleston, on the Mount Pleasant side of the Cooper River, on the islands and in the growing communities to the north. Each area has its own page with local details and fence options that fit the neighborhood rules.
Goose Creek, including Carnes Crossroads
Questions About Hiring a Fence Contractor in Charleston
We plan and build the fence from start to finish. That covers the site visit, measurements, HOA and permit review, the written estimate, installation, gates and cleanup. We work on residential properties only and focus on new fences and full replacements.
Many neighborhoods in Mount Pleasant, Daniel Island and Summerville set rules for fence height, style and color. We review your HOA’s rules during the site visit and plan the fence to meet them before you submit for approval.
It depends on the town and the property. The Town of Mount Pleasant, the City of Charleston and other towns set their own rules, and HOA approval is a separate step. We check what applies to your address during the site visit.
Most of the time goes into planning: the site visit, the estimate, HOA approval and materials. The build itself is usually short, and many residential fences are finished in a few days. Your estimate includes the install date, and we keep you updated if weather moves it.
Yes. We tear out the old fence, haul it away and install the new one. If your fence leans, has rotted posts or no longer fits your HOA’s rules, replacement gives you a straight, new fence built to current requirements.
No. We install new fences and gutters and replace old ones. We do not repair, clean or maintain existing systems, sell materials or install automatic gate openers.
Powder-coated aluminum and Trex composite handle salt air best. Aluminum does not rust, and composite resists rot and insects. Wood privacy fences still work near the coast when they are sealed and the posts are set to hold in wet soil.
Yes. Quality Fence & Custom Outdoors is licensed and insured. Ask for proof of coverage during your estimate and we will provide it.
Call (843) 900-6479 or send a request through our Request a Quote form. We schedule a visit, measure the fence line and send a written estimate with the install date.
We serve Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Daniel Island, Cainhoy, Sullivan’s Island, Isle of Palms, Summerville, Goose Creek and Moncks Corner. Our service areas page has details for each community.
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