How to Choose a Fence Contractor in Dallas

The right contractor is the difference between a fence that stands straight for years and one you’re repairing in two. Here’s how to pick.

Questions to ask

• Do your own crews do the work, or do you subcontract?
• How deep do you set posts, and do you use real concrete?
• Are you licensed and insured?
• Is there a written workmanship warranty?
• Can I see recent local work?

Red flags

• Vague answers about post depth or concrete
• All work subcontracted to day labor
• No written warranty or insurance
• A bid far below everyone else — usually means shallow posts and shortcuts

The Estrada standard

Owner on every job, in-house crews (no subs), posts set deeper than code minimum in real concrete, and a written workmanship warranty. That’s how you get a fence that lasts.

Frequently asked questions

Yes — insurance protects you if something goes wrong on your property, and it’s a basic sign of a legitimate contractor.

Almost always shallow posts set in dirt instead of deep-set posts in concrete. Ask exactly how a contractor sets posts before you hire.

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