General Fence Installation FAQ's
Installing a new fence involves more than selecting a material or style. Property owners may also have questions about estimates, project costs, site conditions, installation planning, financing, and choosing a fence that fits their privacy, security, safety, or appearance goals. Below, Ocean Fence answers common questions about professional fence installation for residential and commercial properties throughout Ocean County and nearby Jersey Shore communities.
1. What types of fencing does Ocean Fence install?
Ocean Fence installs vinyl fencing, aluminum fencing, wood fencing, and chain-link fencing. The company also installs matching gates, automated gate systems, and vinyl railings for select outdoor areas.
2. Does Ocean Fence install fencing for both residential and commercial properties?
Yes. Ocean Fence provides residential and commercial fence installation services. Residential fencing is a major focus, but the company also offers commercial chain-link fencing, perimeter fencing, security applications, wider access gates, and automated entry systems for qualifying business properties.
3. What areas of New Jersey does Ocean Fence serve?
Ocean Fence serves communities throughout Ocean County and nearby Jersey Shore areas. Its current fence installation service area includes Barnegat, Beach Haven, Brick, Egg Harbor Township, Forked River, Galloway, Jackson, Manahawkin, Manasquan, Ocean Acres, Ocean County, Ship Bottom, Toms River, and Tuckerton.
4. Does Ocean Fence provide free fence estimates?
Yes. Ocean Fence provides free estimates to help property owners compare fencing materials, layouts, gates, and project options before moving forward. Customers can request a fence estimate through the company’s contact page or by calling its office.
5. What happens during a fence estimate?
During an on-site estimate, Ocean Fence discusses the customer’s goals and reviews the property layout. Important considerations can include slopes, drainage, tight access points, privacy needs, gate placement, pets, pools, sun exposure, coastal conditions, and the preferred fence material and style. The company then uses those details to recommend an appropriate layout and prepare a project estimate.
6. How do I choose the right fence material for my property?
Start by considering the fence’s primary purpose: privacy, pet containment, pool safety, security, property definition, or curb appeal. You should also consider your budget, desired appearance, maintenance preferences, soil and drainage conditions, coastal exposure, and whether you want an open or enclosed view. Ocean Fence evaluates these priorities during the estimate and recommends suitable fence materials and styles. Property owners near the shore can also learn more about choosing durable fencing for New Jersey’s coastal climate.
7. What factors affect the cost of a new fence?
The primary cost factors include the selected material, total linear footage, number and type of gates, fence height and style, and site conditions. Slopes, tree roots, irregular property lines, larger lots, tight access, and complicated layouts can also affect labor and material requirements. Ocean Fence provides property-specific fence estimates rather than relying on a single price per foot.
8. Does Ocean Fence offer financing for fence installation?
Yes. Ocean Fence offers fence installation financing options for new projects, including larger privacy fences, multiple-gate installations, and other substantial property improvements. Available terms, eligibility requirements, and payment options should be reviewed directly with the company during the estimate because specific financing details are not published on the current website.