Wood Fence Contractor in Palatine, Illinois

What a wood fence costs depends on the species, style, height, length, and your site conditions. Pressure-treated pine is the most economical choice, Western Red Cedar is a mid-range upgrade, and premium board-on-board or shadowbox cedar sits at the higher end. Because every project is different, we quote each one individually. The only way to get an exact number is a free on-site estimate, so call +1 224-407-7409.

At Diamond Fence Corp., the full process from your first contact to a finished, installed fence usually runs three to four weeks. After we take on-site measurements, your written quote is typically ready about one day later. The timeline covers scheduling, utility locating through JULIE, any required permits, material prep and installation. Weather, permit timing and the size of your project can affect the exact schedule.

Many Chicagoland municipalities require a building permit for new fencing, and the rules vary by town for things like height, setback and placement. Where your municipality requires it, Diamond Fence Corp. handles pulling the permit as part of the project. We also arrange underground utility locating through JULIE, the Illinois 811 One-Call service, before any digging begins, which is standard practice in our area.

Both are solid choices. Pressure-treated pine is the budget-friendly option and often costs notably less on materials than cedar. Western Red Cedar costs more upfront but is naturally resistant to rot and insects, so it tends to age better and hold its look longer. Your decision usually comes down to budget, appearance and how much maintenance you want over time. We can walk you through both during your free estimate so you can compare side by side.

With proper installation and maintenance, a Western Red Cedar fence often lasts longer than pressure-treated pine because cedar naturally resists rot and insects. Lifespan depends heavily on the wood species, exposure to moisture, and whether the fence is stained or sealed periodically. Posts set in concrete below the frost line and an optional Postmaster steel line-post upgrade also help a fence stay straight and stable through Chicago winters and freeze-thaw cycles.

Postmaster posts are galvanized-steel line posts used in place of traditional wood line posts. They resist the rot, warping, and wind-lean that can shorten the life of a wood fence, which is why many Chicagoland homeowners choose them for added strength and longevity. They are an optional upgrade, and we can include them in your written quote so you can compare the cost against a standard wood-post build.

We install a range of styles, including solid-board privacy, board-on-board, shadowbox, picket, spaced picket and dog-ear. Privacy and shadowbox styles maximize seclusion, while picket and spaced-picket fences offer a more open, decorative look. We build in Western Red Cedar or pressure-treated pine, with options like black powder-coated or galvanized hardware. Our approach is customizable and affordable, so we tailor the style and species to your yard and budget.

Yes. Diamond Fence Corp. can remove and dispose of your existing fence as part of the project, and we include cleanup and debris haul-away when the work is done. Old-fence removal is usually budgeted separately from the new fence since the effort varies with the size, material and condition of what is coming out. We will factor it into your written quote during the free on-site estimate.

In the Chicago area, we set posts in concrete below the frost line, which is roughly 42 inches deep. Setting posts below frost depth is standard practice here because it helps the fence resist the heaving that freeze-thaw cycles cause in shallow footings. Proper post setting is one of the biggest factors in keeping a fence straight and stable for years, so we do not cut corners on it.

Diamond Fence Corp. is based in Palatine and serves the greater Chicagoland area, including Arlington Heights, Schaumburg, Barrington, Inverness, Rolling Meadows, Hoffman Estates, Buffalo Grove and the surrounding northwest suburbs. If you are in or near these communities and want wood fencing, reach out for a free, no-obligation estimate. Call +1 224-407-7409 or email info@diamondfencecorp.com and we will get you scheduled.

Getting started is simple. Book a quote by calling +1 224-407-7409 or filling out the form on our site. We schedule a visit, take on-site measurements, and prepare a written quote that is typically ready about one day after we measure. All estimates are free and no-obligation, so you can compare options and pricing with no pressure before deciding to move forward.