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Serving Windsor, CA and surrounding areas. (707) 687-4981
Windsor homeowners choose chain link for its durability, low upkeep, and non-combustible build - a practical fit for Sonoma County properties near fire zones.
Chain link fence installation in Windsor, CA involves setting steel posts in concrete, running top and bottom rails, and stretching woven wire mesh between them - most residential jobs are done in one to two days, with 24 to 48 hours of concrete curing before the fence is put under load.
Chain link is one of the most practical fencing choices in Sonoma County. It holds up in Windsor's wet winters without rotting, it will not add fuel to a wildfire, and it needs almost no maintenance once installed. If you are deciding between chain link and something more decorative, our aluminum fence installation service offers a finished look with similar durability - and comparing the two is a common conversation we have with Windsor homeowners.
The most important quality factor in any chain link installation is not the wire - it is how the posts are set. Windsor sits on clay-heavy soil that swells in winter and shrinks in summer. Posts that are not deep enough or not properly supported in concrete will lean within a few seasons. We set posts to the depth local conditions require, not just the industry minimum.
Walk your fence line and push on each post. If any lean or wobble, the footings have been compromised. In Windsor's clay soil, this often happens gradually over several wet-dry seasons - what starts as a slight tilt becomes a full collapse if left alone.
Scattered rust spots on an old fence are normal, but if you see rust spreading in patches or the wire feels rough and flaky, the protective coating has broken down. Windsor's foggy mornings accelerate this process - once moisture gets through the coating regularly, the wire weakens faster than it would in a drier climate.
These are the three most common reasons Windsor homeowners call us. If your yard currently has no fence or only a partial one, a chain link installation creates a clear, secure boundary before the situation becomes urgent. Acting early costs the same as reacting late.
If a neighboring property's fence has been serving both yards and that neighbor is selling or renovating, you may suddenly be without a boundary marker. Getting a fence installed before the gap appears - rather than after - avoids the awkward interim and any property-line uncertainty.
We install chain link fencing in standard galvanized and vinyl-coated finishes, at heights from three feet to six feet and above. For Windsor homeowners, vinyl-coated wire is the stronger choice - the foggy mornings and wet winters here are harder on bare metal than a drier climate would be, and the extra coating layer keeps the fence looking clean for years longer. Black and dark green are the most popular color options and both blend well with landscaping.
For properties that need more than perimeter fencing - like a fully secured commercial lot or a site in a higher-risk area - we also provide security fence installation with heavier gauge wire, closer post spacing, and optional top treatments. It is a step up from residential chain link when the situation calls for it.
The standard residential option - rust-resistant zinc coating that holds up well in most conditions.
Best for Windsor's foggy climate - adds a colored plastic layer that doubles rust protection and blends into landscaping.
Walk and drive gates installed level and latched correctly so they stay functional for the life of the fence.
Sized and gated to keep pets in securely - a common reason Windsor homeowners call us for chain link.
Non-combustible, compliant-height fencing around pool areas that meets California safety requirements.
Clear boundary marking for residential and rural lots - verified against your property line before the first post goes in.
Windsor sits in the Russian River Valley, where mornings are often foggy from late spring through early fall and the soil under most yards holds a significant amount of clay. Both conditions favor chain link over wood. The wire does not absorb moisture the way wood does, so there is no warping, rot, or seasonal swelling to worry about. And because the soil shifts seasonally, the fact that chain link posts can be set deeper without adding significant cost is a real advantage here - we can anchor them to match local ground conditions rather than cutting corners to hit a low price.
After the fire events Sonoma County has experienced in recent years, non-combustible fencing has become a deliberate choice for many homeowners - not just a default. Whether you are in Cotati or closer to Windsor proper near Healdsburg, chain link is a defensible choice in both directions. We work across the region and bring the same installation standards to every job.
We ask a few questions about your yard, then schedule an in-person visit. We respond within 1 business day. You will leave with a written quote - not a rough number over the phone.
We check whether your project needs a Town of Windsor permit and handle the application if so. We also coordinate the free 811 utility-locating call before any digging starts.
The crew marks post locations, digs holes, sets posts in concrete, and stretches the wire mesh. Most standard residential jobs finish in one to two days. You do not need to be home the whole time - just reachable by phone.
After 24 to 48 hours of concrete curing, we walk the fence line with you. We check that the mesh is tight, gates swing and latch correctly, and posts are plumb. Any adjustments are made before the crew leaves.
Free on-site estimate. Written quote before any work starts. We respond within 1 business day.
(707) 687-4981Sonoma County's clay-heavy ground shifts seasonally, and we set posts deeper than the minimum to account for it. This is the single biggest quality difference between a fence that stays straight for a decade and one that leans after two winters.
We are licensed through the California Contractors State License Board and carry full liability coverage on every job. Permit research and applications are handled as part of our standard process - never an add-on you have to ask for.
The number on your written estimate is the number you pay. No additional charges appear at the end of the job. We do not quote over the phone without seeing the yard first - that is how surprise invoices happen.
We know common HOA fence rules in Windsor's newer subdivisions and will flag any conflicts before work starts. Chain link is also non-combustible, making it a sound choice for properties in Sonoma County fire hazard zones.
Our work is grounded in this specific area - Windsor's soil, climate, and permit process are not abstract facts to us, they are the conditions we work in every week. That local knowledge, combined with proper licensing and a commitment to written pricing, is what separates a fence that lasts from one that creates problems. The American Fence Association publishes installation standards we follow on every job.
Want a more finished look that still handles low maintenance? Aluminum gives you a clean, lasting boundary without painting or sealing.
Learn MoreNeed heavier-duty perimeter control for a larger property or commercial site? Our security fencing goes beyond standard residential chain link.
Learn MoreWindsor's rainy winters are easier to handle with a fence already in the ground. Call or submit a request today - we respond within 1 business day.