OUR PROCESS
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Quote to Walkthrough
How We Build Your Fence, Step by Step
No guesswork and no chasing a contractor. From the free on-site measure to the final latch test, here is exactly what happens on an All Fenced Up project, who handles each step, and how long it usually takes.
Free On-Site Measure
Itemized Written Quote
Permits & HOA Handled
Final Walkthrough
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WHAT YOU CAN COUNT ON
A Process Built Around Fewer Surprises
Most fence complaints come from vague quotes, missed permits and shallow posts. Our process is designed to remove all three.
One Written Price
Your quote lists footage, style, height, color, gates and removal line by line. The number we write is the number you pay.
No surprise add-ons
Paperwork Is Ours
We draw the plot plan, file the township permit and prepare the HOA packet, so you never stand in line at city hall.
Permits and HOA included
Built Below the Frost Line
Every post goes 42 inches deep in concrete, below the Michigan frost line, so the fence stays straight through freeze-thaw winters.
42″ post standard
You Sign Off Last
We walk the finished line with you, test every gate and latch, and haul away the spoils before we call the job done.
Walkthrough on every job
THE THREE PHASES
From Quote to Walkthrough in Three Phases
Every project, from a single gate to a full commercial perimeter, runs through the same three phases.
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Step 1
Free On-Site Measure & Quote
An estimator meets you at the property, walks the fence line, marks gates and grade changes, and talks through materials, heights and your HOA or city limits.
Laser-measured footage
Style and color samples on site
Itemized written quote
PAPERWORK MANAGED
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Step 2
Permits, HOA & Utility Locates
Once you approve the quote, we prepare the plot plan, file the permit, submit your HOA packet and call in the Miss Dig 811 ticket so every buried line is marked.
Township permit filed
HOA spec sheet supplied
Miss Dig 811 ticket called in
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Step 3
Build & Final Walkthrough
Our crew sets posts 42 inches deep in concrete, hangs panels and gates level and plumb, then walks the line with you and cleans up the site.
Frost-line concrete footings
Gates adjusted and latched
Spoils hauled, yard cleaned
Have a Pool Inspection or HOA Deadline?
Call our dispatch line and we will prioritize your measure and paperwork this week.
TIMELINE
How Long Each Step Usually Takes
Most residential fences are built in one to three days. The calendar time around the build is set mostly by paperwork: township permit review and, where you have one, your homeowners association's architectural review. We file both as soon as you approve the quote so they run at the same time.
Miss Dig requires a few business days to mark buried utilities before anyone digs, and we schedule the crew to arrive right after. If anything changes along the way, such as an HOA asking for a different height or color, we update the quote in writing before work continues. You can see the materials on our fence styles page and typical pricing on our fence cost guide.
TYPICAL TIMELINE
Typical
Who Handles It
On-site measure
Scheduling to visit
Within a few days
Our estimator
Written quote
After the measure
1–2 business days
Our office
Permit and HOA
Varies by city and HOA
1–3 weeks
We file both
Miss Dig locates
Before any digging
A few business days
We call it in
Build
Typical backyard
1–3 days
Our crew
Walkthrough
Last day on site
Same day
You and our lead
BEFORE YOUR ESTIMATE
Six Things That Make Your Measure Faster
None of these are required, but each one shortens the time from first call to finished fence.
Your Survey or Mortgage Plot
A property survey shows exactly where your lot lines are. If you do not have one, we will talk through options for confirming them.
HOA Rules
If you have an association, send us its fence guidelines. Many specify material, color and maximum height.
Gate Needs
Think about mowers, trailers, boats and trash bins. Gate width is far easier to get right before posts are set.
Pets and Pools
Dogs that dig or jump and pools that need a code-compliant barrier both change the right height and style.
Old Fence Removal
Tell us if an existing fence needs to come out. We remove and haul it as part of the job and list it on the quote.
Photos of Styles You Like
Screenshots or a neighbor’s fence help us bring the right samples. Browse our project gallery for ideas.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Questions About Our Process
Straight answers on scheduling, paperwork and what happens on build day.
Is the estimate really free?
Yes. The on-site measure and the written quote are free, with no obligation. You get an itemized price you can compare against any other bid.
Do I need to be home for the measure and the build?
It helps to be there for the measure so we can walk the line together. For the build, we only need access to the yard and a way to reach you; we ask you to join us for the final walkthrough.
Who pulls the fence permit?
We do. We prepare the plot plan, file the permit with your city or township and handle the HOA submission if you have one, then schedule the build once approvals are in.
What happens on build day?
The crew confirms the line and the Miss Dig marks, removes any old fence, sets posts 42 inches deep in concrete, installs panels and gates, and adjusts every latch. Most yards are finished in one to three days.
What if the weather delays the job?
Concrete and digging need workable ground, so heavy rain or frozen soil can move the schedule. We call you with the new date; your quoted price does not change.
Is the work warrantied?
Yes. Every build carries our workmanship warranty, and vinyl and aluminum systems carry their manufacturer’s material warranty. We go over both at the walkthrough.
STEP ONE
Book Your Free On-Site Measure
Tell us a little about the project and we will call to schedule your measure. You get an exact written quote, usually within one to two business days.
PREFER TO CALL DIRECTLY?
Speak directly with our estimating desk for quick questions or emergency repairs.
Itemized pricing with no surprise add-ons
Township permits and HOA packets handled
Workmanship warranty on every build
Get Your Free Estimate
Quick response guaranteed within 24 hours
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🔒 Your contact info is strictly confidential. We never sell your data or spam you.