"When can you start?" It's the first question we hear at Top Rail Fences when Fort Worth homeowners call about a new fence. The answer depends on several factors specific to the DFW area. Here's exactly what affects your fence installation timeline and start date.
How Long Does Fence Installation Take in Fort Worth?
Most fence projects in Dallas-Fort Worth take 2-4 weeks from consultation to completion. Here's the breakdown:
Week 1: Permits (3-7 days) Fort Worth permits process quickly. HOA communities add 1-2 weeks.
Week 2-3: Scheduling We book your installation based on our current projects and weather.
Installation: 1-3 days Most residential fences go up in 1-3 days depending on size.
5 Factors That Affect Your Start Date
1. Season and Demand
Peak seasons (Spring/Fall): 3-4 week wait Off-season (Winter): 1-2 week wait Summer: 2-3 week wait
Winter installations at Top Rail Fences move fastest. We run full crews year-round, and cooler weather makes for better working conditions.
2. North Texas Weather
Spring rains are the biggest delay. Our clay-heavy DFW soil needs dry conditions for proper post installation. We won't compromise your fence quality to meet a date.
We monitor forecasts 7-10 days out and communicate any weather-related changes immediately.
3. City Permits
Different cities, different timelines:
- Fort Worth: 3-7 days (we know this process inside and out)
- Dallas: 5-7 days
- Arlington: 3-10 days
- Plano/Frisco: 5-10 days plus strict HOA reviews
Our local experience prevents permit delays that push back start dates.
4. Your Property
We identify these factors during our site visit:
- Utility locates: 2-3 days (required by Texas law)
- Rocky terrain: May need special equipment
- Old fence removal: Adds 1-2 days
- HOA approval: Adds 1-3 weeks
No surprises. We tell you upfront what will affect your timeline.
5. Materials
Standard materials ship in days. Custom orders (special vinyl colors, ornamental iron designs) take 1-3 weeks. We discuss this during your estimate so you can decide if the wait is worth it.
Get on the Schedule Faster
Book off-season. December through February offers the quickest start dates—often within 1-2 weeks.
Respond quickly. Fast decisions on materials, design, and access details move you through our queue faster.
Plan ahead. Want spring installation? Call us 6-8 weeks early for the best scheduling.
Your Questions Answered
Can you finish in one day? Small projects under 100 feet sometimes. Most take 2-3 days for quality installation.
What's the absolute fastest timeline? Winter projects with no permits: 7-10 days total. Typical is 2-4 weeks.
Do you work in Texas summer heat? Yes. Early starts and proper breaks keep our crews safe and your project on schedule.
What causes the most delays? Spring rain. We rarely face permit delays since we know every city's process.
Can I speed things up? Book off-season, make quick decisions, and have your property ready for our crew.
What Top Rail Fences Promises
We give realistic timelines based on real conditions—your property, current demand, and local requirements. No overpromising to get the sale.
Weather or unexpected issues? We call immediately and adjust your schedule with minimal delay.
We won't rush installation to hit a date. Your fence faces North Texas heat, storms, and years of use. It needs to be done right.
Schedule Your Fort Worth Fence Installation
Ready to move forward? Top Rail Fences serves Fort Worth, Dallas, Arlington, and the entire DFW metroplex with quality fence installation backed by local expertise.
Get your free estimate today. We'll visit your property, identify any timeline factors, and give you an honest schedule. Then we'll install your fence efficiently and build it to last.
Call Top Rail Fences Fort Worth at 817-803-3338 or request your quote online. Let's get your project on the books.
