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Birmingham, Michigan is a community of substantial homes set on deep, mature lots where the landscape is as carefully considered as the architecture itself. When a fence needs installation, repair, or replacement in ZIP 48009, homeowners call Detroit Fence Pros because we understand that in Birmingham, the finish matters, and the craftsmanship has to match the neighborhood.

We have been serving Birmingham and the surrounding Detroit area since 2010. Our fully insured crews specialize in the fence styles that suit the character of older and rebuilt homes on landscaped properties: ornamental metal and aluminum fencing, custom wood privacy fences, vinyl installations, and gate systems that work as hard as they look. We show up on time, do the work right, and leave your property clean. That consistency is why property owners in Birmingham trust us with their fence line.

Fencing and Gates in Birmingham (48009)

Birmingham's housing stock is a mix of established neighborhoods and newer construction, all on properties where lot depth and mature landscaping are part of the appeal. The fence line here is not just a boundary, it is part of the home's presentation. Many properties are governed by HOA architectural standards that specify material, height, color, and finish. Others sit on corner lots where setback and visibility rules apply. All of this matters when we design and install your fence.

Our team has worked on thousands of fence projects across Detroit and its suburbs since 2010. We know how to work with the site constraints that Birmingham homeowners face: narrow side yards, mature trees close to the fence line, established utility easements, and the need to coordinate with HOA review before breaking ground. We also know that in a community where the details count, a fence installed to last and finished with care becomes part of the home's value.

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How a Fence Project Works in Birmingham

We start with a free on-site assessment. You walk us through what you need: privacy, security, aesthetic preference, and any HOA or code constraints. We measure the fence line, note site access, identify any utility lines that will need locating, and discuss material options and pricing. Before we leave, you know what the job costs and when we can start.

Before any digging begins, we file a Michigan 811 utility locate request. This is the law, and it protects both of us. Once utilities are marked, our crews set posts in concrete, build stringers and rails, and install pickets or panels to your specifications. For ornamental metal or aluminum fencing, we ensure every joint is square, every post is plumb, and every finish detail meets the standard. If your project requires HOA approval, we work with you to get sign-off before we start.

When the fence is complete, we remove all debris from your property and walk through the job with you. We stand behind our work and are available if questions come up down the road.

Fence pricing in Birmingham depends on material, length, site access, and whether posts need to be set in concrete or tamped. A wood privacy fence typically runs from $26 per linear foot. Vinyl fencing starts at $37 per foot. Ornamental aluminum or iron fencing, popular in Birmingham's more formal settings, begins at $41 per foot. Chain link is the most economical option at $14 per foot. Gate installation and repair work starts at $480, and automatic driveway gates begin at $2,900. Storm damage assessments are free, and fence repair jobs start at $455. The best way to get a realistic number for your property is to call us at (313) 513-0521 for a free estimate. We measure, we look at the site, and we give you a number you can count on.

✅ AFA Member Installer (American Fence Association), fully insured for work in Birmingham and nearby areas.

Do I need a permit to install a fence in Birmingham, Michigan?
Fence height, setback, and material rules are set by the City of Birmingham and vary across Oakland County. Some jurisdictions require a permit, others do not. Before we start any project, we recommend you check with the Birmingham Building Department or your HOA to confirm what applies to your property. We work from your existing survey and install on the line you identify. If you are unsure about your lot line, a licensed land surveyor can provide a definitive answer.
What should I do if a storm brings down part of my fence?
Call us right away at (313) 513-0521. We offer free damage assessments and can document what happened for your insurance claim. Storm damage work is priced honestly based on the scope of repair or replacement needed. We can help you get the information you need to file with your insurance company, though the decision to approve a claim rests with your insurer.
My fence is leaning. Can it be repaired, or does it need to be replaced?
A leaning fence is often fixable. If posts are sound but the fence has shifted due to frost heave or ground settling, we can reset posts in concrete and brace the fence to bring it plumb again. If posts are rotted at the ground line or the damage is extensive, replacement is the better spend. We assess the fence in person and tell you which option makes sense for your property and budget.
Can you install a pool fence that meets Michigan code?
Yes. We install pool fencing to meet local pool barrier codes. Final determination of compliance rests with the authority having jurisdiction in your area, typically the City of Birmingham or your local building department. Pool barriers are required by law, but they are one part of safe pool supervision, not a substitute for it.
My HOA requires approval before I install a fence. Can you help with that?
Absolutely. Many properties in Birmingham are governed by HOA architectural standards that specify material, height, color, and finish. We can help you understand what your HOA requires, provide material samples and installation details, and coordinate with the review process. We work with HOA rules all the time and know how to get approval before we start work.
Are your crews fully insured?
Yes. We carry full general liability and workers' compensation insurance. Our team is trained to work safely on every site, and we carry the credentials and insurance that protect you and your property while we work.
What is the difference between a wood privacy fence and a vinyl fence?
Wood privacy fences, typically built from cedar or pressure-treated pine, offer warmth and a classic look at a lower upfront cost. They require periodic staining or sealing to maintain appearance and longevity. Vinyl fencing is maintenance-free, resists rot and fading, and lasts longer, but costs more initially. Both are popular in Birmingham. We can help you weigh the trade-offs based on your budget, aesthetic preference, and how much maintenance you want to do.
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Wood & Privacy Fence Installation

Cedar or treated pine, built for Gulf humidity and set to hold a straight line.

Included in your service

  • 811 utility locates requested before the first post hole is dug
  • Posts set in concrete, spaced for the span and the wind load
  • Board-on-board or side-by-side, with cap and trim if you want it
  • Straight talk on where cedar earns its price and where pine wins
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Vinyl & PVC Fence Installation

Low maintenance done properly: the panels are the easy part, the posts are the job.

Included in your service

  • Manufacturer-backed panels, not thin-wall seconds
  • Concrete-set posts at the spacing the panel system requires
  • Routed rails and reinforced gate posts where spans demand it
  • We tell you plainly where vinyl beats wood, and where it does not
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Chain Link Fence Installation

The toughest fence per dollar, and the one most often installed badly.

Included in your service

  • Correct gauge and mesh size for the use, not the cheapest roll
  • Terminal posts braced, line posts plumb, mesh properly tensioned
  • Tension bands and stretcher bar at every terminal, top rail true
  • Galvanized or black powder-coated, with privacy slats if you want them
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Aluminum & Ornamental Iron Fencing

Racked or stepped, welded clean, and finished to survive Gulf Coast air.

Included in your service

  • Powder-coated aluminum or ornamental iron, sized to the opening
  • Racked to follow grade, or stepped where the slope is too steep
  • Core-drilled or concrete-set posts depending on the substrate
  • Welds ground and touched up so rust has nowhere to start
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Fence Repair

We fix what is worth fixing and say so when it is not.

Included in your service

  • The whole fence line walked, not just the section you called about
  • Pickets, rails, stringers and hardware replaced to match
  • Anti-sag bracing on gates that have started to drag
  • Repair or replace put side by side with real numbers, then you decide
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Storm Damage Fence Repair

After a hurricane or derecho: documented, then rebuilt stronger than it fell.

Included in your service

  • Free damage assessment, photographed section by section
  • Written estimate you can use to help document your claim
  • Downed runs rebuilt on the same line, with posts upgraded
  • We make no promise about coverage: that call is your insurer's
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Fence Post Repair & Replacement

Houston clay heaves posts and rots them at the ground line. That is why fences lean.

Included in your service

  • Every post along the run tested, not only the one that moved
  • Rotted or heaved posts reset or replaced in fresh concrete
  • Plumbed and braced until the concrete has actually cured
  • The sound part of your fence saved instead of sold to you again
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Gate Installation & Repair

Gates are the first thing to fail, because they are the only part that moves.

Included in your service

  • Built square, hung on adjustable heavy-duty hinges
  • Self-closing, self-latching hardware where code calls for it
  • Anti-sag cable or welded bracing so it stays square
  • Posts sized and set for the weight of the gate they carry
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Automatic & Driveway Gates

Cantilever or V-track, swing or slide: the operator is only as good as the gate.

Included in your service

  • Swing, slide, cantilever or V-track chosen for your grade and space
  • Professional-grade operator with keypad and safety sensors
  • Repair and tune-up on all major opener brands
  • Electrical supply run by a licensed electrician, or solar on acreage
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Pool Fence Installation

Installed to meet the pool barrier code that applies at your address.

Included in your service

  • Aluminum, mesh or glass barrier at the required height
  • Self-closing, self-latching gate hardware, latch at code height
  • The code requirements walked with you before a post is set
  • Final compliance is your building official's call, and we say so
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Fence Replacement & Removal

Tear-out, haul-away and rebuild, or a straight removal if that is all you need.

Included in your service

  • Old fence, posts and concrete footings pulled and hauled away
  • Whatever is still sound reused, the rest replaced
  • Same line kept, or reset from your existing survey if you move it
  • Repair versus full replacement quoted side by side
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Fence Staining & Restoration

Under Houston sun and humidity, staining on schedule can double a cedar fence's life.

Included in your service

  • Cleaned and brightened before anything is applied
  • Stain and sealer chosen for exposure, then back-brushed in
  • Loose pickets and fasteners set right before we coat them
  • An honest answer when the wood is too far gone to be worth it
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Commercial & Temporary Fencing

Jobsite and property-line fencing that goes up fast and passes inspection.

Included in your service

  • Commercial chain link, security fence and temporary construction fence
  • Silt fence installed to the site's erosion control plan
  • Layouts that account for setbacks, access and equipment gates
  • Volume pricing and scheduling built around builders and GCs
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Farm & Ranch Fencing

Long runs on acreage: straight lines, braced corners, gates sized for a trailer.

Included in your service

  • Ranch rail, no-climb horse fence, field wire, pipe or barbed wire
  • H-braced corners and ends, because that is what holds the tension
  • Line kept true across grade over hundreds of feet
  • Gate openings sized for the equipment that has to get through
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