CLAWSON, OAKLAND COUNTY
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Family Backyards
Fence Installation in Clawson, MI
Clawson is a small, close-knit city centered on 14 Mile and Main Street, between Royal Oak, Troy and Madison Heights. Its postwar ranches and bungalows sit on lots a bit roomier than the Woodward cities, which leaves space for a play set, a garden and a dog, and a fence that keeps all three where they belong.
Kid and Dog Safe Yards
Pool Enclosures
42″ Frost-Line Posts
City Permit Filed
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MATERIALS FOR CLAWSON YARDS
Picking a Fence for a Clawson Family Yard
Most Clawson projects balance privacy, a safe play area and a budget. These four systems cover nearly every request we get here.
Most Popular
Vinyl Privacy Fencing
Virgin PVC, Reinforced Rails
No gaps for small hands or paws, no splinters and no staining. A 6-foot vinyl privacy fence turns a ranch backyard into a private outdoor room.
Heights:
5ft to 6ft
Colors:
White, Tan, Woodgrain
Rails:
Aluminum reinforced
Best For:
Kids, privacy
Splinter-free, no paint
Natural Look
Cedar Privacy & Picket
Dog-Ear, Shadowbox, Picket
Cedar suits Clawson's brick and sided homes and costs less than vinyl up front. A cedar picket front pairs nicely with a privacy backyard.
Heights:
3ft to 6ft
Wood:
Western Red Cedar
Styles:
Privacy, picket
Best For:
Warm, classic look
Stain or let it silver
Pools
Ornamental Aluminum
Pool-Code Gates, Black Finish
For above-ground or in-ground pools, aluminum with self-closing, self-latching gates lets you watch the water from the patio while keeping young kids out.
Heights:
4ft to 5ft
Finish:
Black powder coat
Gates:
Self-closing, latching
Best For:
Pools, front yards
Built for pool inspection
Budget Pick
Chain Link Fencing
Galvanized or Black Coated
Still the most affordable way to keep a dog in. Black vinyl-coated chain link looks tidier than galvanized and lasts just as long.
Heights:
4ft to 6ft
Finish:
Galvanized or black
Add-On:
Privacy slats
Best For:
Dogs, budgets
Lowest cost per foot
NEARBY SERVICE AREAS
Clawson's Neighbors on Our Route
Clawson sits in the middle of south Oakland County, and we work in every city around it.
Royal Oak
West and south, with bungalow lots and cedar privacy around detached garages.
Madison Heights
East toward I-75, with compact postwar lots and commercial work.
Hazel Park
A short drive south past Madison Heights, with small lots and plenty of chain link ready to replace.
BUILDING IN CLAWSON
Planning a Safe, Private Backyard in Clawson
Clawson lots are typically wider than in Berkley or Ferndale, and many backyards are fully enclosed with a garage at the back or side. The most common job is replacing aging chain link with privacy on the back and sides, then adding a gate on each side of the house so kids and mowers can get through. If you have young children or a dog that digs, we keep the bottom of the fence tight to grade and choose styles with no climbable horizontal rails on the outside.
Pools are common enough that we plan for them from day one: if a pool may come later, we size gates and hardware so the fence can serve as the barrier. Clawson's city building department issues fence permits, and most Metro Detroit cities limit front-yard fences to about 3-4 feet; we confirm your lot's rules before quoting. See our dog fencing page for containment details. Every post is set 42 inches deep in concrete.
CLAWSON PLANNING FACTORS
Typical
What We Plan For
Typical Lot
Size and layout
Mid-size, enclosed
Gate each side
Common Styles
What we build most
Vinyl, cedar privacy
Aluminum by pools
Safety
Kids and pets
Very common need
No-climb, tight bottom
HOA Presence
Association approval
Rare
City permit only
Frost Depth
Post setting
42″
Concrete footings
THE CLAWSON PROCESS
What Happens After You Call Us in Clawson
No HOA in most Clawson neighborhoods means a short, predictable timeline.
01
Step 1
Measure & Plan Gates
We measure, talk through kids, pets and any future pool, place gates where you actually walk and leave an itemized quote.
Free on-site measure
Gate locations planned
Written itemized price
PAPERWORK MANAGED
02
Step 2
Permit & Miss Dig
We draw the plot plan, file with the city building department and call Miss Dig 811 so buried utilities are marked.
Plot plan drawn
City permit filed
Utilities staked
03
Step 3
Build & Safety Check
Old fence comes out, posts go 42 inches deep, panels and gates go up, and we test every latch with you.
Old fence hauled
Bottom gaps closed
Self-closing gates tested
Pool Install Scheduled?
Call us before the pool goes in. We can coordinate so the barrier is ready for inspection when the pool is.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Clawson Fence Questions
Common questions from Clawson families.
What is the safest fence for young kids in Clawson?
A solid vinyl or cedar privacy fence with no gaps at the bottom and smooth sides facing out is hardest to climb. Add self-closing, self-latching gates and you have a yard you can trust.
Do I need a permit for a fence in Clawson?
Yes, fences need a permit from the city building department. We prepare the plot plan, file it and handle any inspection.
Can my fence double as a pool barrier?
Yes, if it meets the height, gap and gate requirements the inspector checks. We plan the fence for it from the start so you do not have to rebuild later.
How much does a backyard fence cost in Clawson?
It depends on material, footage, gates and removal. Our fence cost guide shows typical ranges, and the free on-site measure gives you an exact written number.
How long will the install take?
Most Clawson backyards are one to two days on site. Permit review is the main variable, usually one to two weeks.
FREE CLAWSON ESTIMATE
Request Your Free Clawson Fence Estimate
Tell us about your yard, kids, pets and any pool plans. We measure and leave a written price.
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Speak directly with our estimating desk for quick questions or emergency repairs.
Itemized pricing with no surprise add-ons
City permit and Miss Dig handled
Workmanship warranty on every install
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