Frequently Asked Questions

See above diagram for visual help.

• Property pins/survey stakes are the only way to know 100% where your exact property line is (see photo for what some property pins look like), we can pull a track map with footages to get an idea where they might be and the help of a metal detector often finds them if they are there or buried below.
• In the event we are unable to locate them for you, it would be in your best interest to get the property surveyed so we can ensure the fence is placed in the correct spot.  If multiple neighbors have fences that all ‘line up’ then usually you would follow suit and stay inline with them, but again, property pins tell the truth.
• It's always best to pull your fence line in at least a few inches (see photo) for comfort and to avoid the neighbor conversation 'my fence-your fence' debate in the future.
• WE THE CONTRACTOR ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR PROPERTY LINE LOCATIONS WITH FENCE INSTALLATIONS.

You will need a permit if you are in the City of Victorville or the City of Adelanto for any new fencing projects.  You do NOT need a permit IF you are in Hesperia, Apple Valley, Oak Hills, Phelan, Pinon Hills, Wrightwood or Lucerne Valley for chain link, privacy chain link, or ranch style vinyl fence; however you still have to abide by the city or county's ordinance regarding fence heights and property set backs.  The customer is responsible to obtain a permit if one is required; here is how to do so:

• Get a written estimate from us with a detailed drawing of type of fence, height of fence, and fence layout in regards to house and street.
• Take our written estimate to the 'building and safety' department at City Hall.
• Pay the city's fee to obtain a permit for the proposed work.
• Schedule to have the fence installed by us.
• Once fence is complete, get with building and safety to schedule a final inspection of the fence for them to sign off on the permit.

NOTE: You can only obtain a permit and get a signed final inspection if the fence meets the city or county's current fence ordinance.

NOTE: City of Victorville amended their front yard chain link code in Feb. 2015, lots under 1/2 acre in select areas are NOT allowded to have chain link in the front yard regardless of height.  Zoning that you are allowded to have chain link in the front yard is R-1B 1/2 (1/2 acre or more of land).  You also are NOT allowded to fence in bare land on residential property in the City of Victorville.

• CLICK HERE: City of Victorville Wall and Fence Standards Sec. 16-3.08.030
• CLICK HERE: City of Victorville permit cost
• CLICK HERE: City of Victorville Zoning Map

Most pool codes state a minimum of 5' tall 'non-climb' fence with self closing and self latching gates that are no wider than 48" in width and only open away from the pool.  Our current fences that CAN meet this requirement are:

• 1 1/4" chain link (this is small diamond chain link, standard diamond chain link is 2 1/4")
• Privacy chain link

For your convienence click the links below for local city info.  Always check with your city to verify the exact code.

-CLICK HERE:  Hesperia Pool Code

-CLICK HERE:  Apple Valley Pool Code

-CLICK HERE:  Victorville Pool Code

-CLICK HERE:  Adelanto Pool Code

-CLICK HERE: San Bernardino County Pool Code

• Your salesman came out and gave me an estimate, but I’d rather save money and do it myself.  Can I buy the material from you?
• OF COURSE - We will sell you anything you need.  We can often give discounts for purchasing the materials for your entire job (ie: fabric/posts/top rail/fittings).

There are two different options for ground wheels on chain link rolling gates; rubber wheels or a v-groove wheel.

Rubber Wheels: Rubber wheels are intended to roll freely over any type of terrain but remember it's only as good as the ground it's rolling on. If you have rocky, sandy, or uneven ground under your rolling gate it will make opening and closing your gate very difficult. If you have smooth hard packed level dirt or concrete the rubber wheels work alright, but you often will still need to help guide the gate into the latch which isn't ideal but if you aren't using the gate too often it may not be of concern. This option is the cheaper of the two and the more common for that reason but it will take two hands and a little muscle to use. 

Angle/V-groove Wheel: Angle/v-groove option is the preferred method because the gate guides perfectly in the exact same spot every time you open and close the gate. Now, for this option to work you must have concrete across the gate opening for the angle/v-track to bolt to. If you don't have a concrete driveway or your concrete driveway doesn't reach the gate opening we can quote you to pour a small concrete strip that works perfect for the cause, of course this is an additional cost as well. This option is slightly more expensive but often well worth it and requires very little effort to use. The other plus about this setup is if you ever want to install a gate operator the only way that will work is to have the angle/v-groove setup. Remember we don't install any of the gate operator/motors but we can refer you to a company that specializes in them.

All chain link material and products we sell and install have been galvanized to avoid rust or maintenance.

• Our vinyl fence is made from high quality virgin vinyl raw materials and has UV inhibitors to help prevent fading.  It is a very good and durable product but will show wear and marks upon normal wear and tear or certain abuse.
• Like all plastic/vinyl, it will slightly discolor (usually only noticed when compared to brand new side by side) and get brittle over years in the sun.
• Sprinklers spraying water on it can make it dull and blotchy looking.
• Grass trimmings getting thrown at it (weed wacker will make it dull and blotchy with a green tint).
• Any objects hitting or getting thrown at the fence can mark and break/crack the fence.
• If proper care is taken, our vinyl fence will last for years.
• 5 years on material
• 1 year on our workmanship/installations.
  Exclusions: Vandalism, disaster type weather, wind damage, snow damage, water damage, flash floods (washes), animal or vehicular damage, any vinyl coated or powder coated material, and normal wear and tear.
  Warranty subject to change without notice:

We can attach mesh to the backside of the fence to keep animals in or out.  The mesh we use is 2"x4" galvanized welded wire fence that is attached via self tapping screws and washers to usually the backside of the fence.  If you look closely the photos have the mesh attached to the backside, the goal is that it disappears in the background and isn't too noticeable.  Take into consideration the mesh is only attached with screws that are directly into the vinyl/plastic posts so if you have aggressive animals sometimes they can damage it very easily.  It is considered a decorative fence so keep that in mind when it comes to durability from objects/animals. 

We never recommend this because not only is the Privacy Chain Link thicker gauge wire which is heavier, but the slats are laced so tightly that minimal wind can pass through, which in turn puts a load on the fence.  So we highly recommend using materials of greater strength-- not only the posts (5'&6' Tall= min. 2 3/8 16ga. 6’ on center, 4' Tall= min. 2 3/8 16ga. 8' on center) but larger top rail (1 5/8 16ga.) and steel ties are needed, which usually leaves nothing to be reused.

• If we need to set a post in your concrete, for whatever reason, we can core drill (see photo above) a hole through the concrete and set our post inside it (via: smooth quick setting cement).  OR, we can use a post that has a base plate welded to the bottom of it and use concrete sleeve anchors to bolt it down to your concrete. This method is nice because if in the future you want to remove the post, you’re only left with 4 small bolts that can be hammered down flush.
• Core drilling is usually the best way to go as it leaves the cleanest finished look, as long as you want the post there permanently.

• No. You can if you’d like, however with our insurance, we the contractor, must call in your address for line location. Whether you do or not, we still will.
• There can be ground marking paint, multiple flags and/or whisker tassels placed in the ground to represent the underground utilities. Please don’t pull them out as they are crucial when we dig our post holes.
• There is no way of us knowing what time the utility markings will get done. If you have dogs or locked gates, then they will get in touch with you prior to us starting to set up a time to meet you.