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Our aluminum and steel fence installation services in Wilkes-Barre, PA combine elegance with strength. We install ornamental metal fences that resemble wrought iron but are lighter and low maintenance. These fences are ideal around yards, gardens, driveways, and pools where visibility and style matter. With powder coated finishes and secure anchoring, they offer long lasting beauty and reliable protection.
Legendary Fence Company Wilkes-Barre provides professional aluminum fence throughout Wilkes-Barre, PA, Pennsylvania and the surrounding area. Our licensed, insured crew delivers safe, clean, on-time work with a free estimate before anything begins. Call 570-487-3002 or request your free quote.
Aluminum and Steel Fences Built for Wilkes-Barre Properties
Aluminum and steel fencing make sense in Wilkes-Barre because they hold up to freeze-thaw cycles, road salt, and the steady moisture we get along the Susquehanna. Legendary Fence Company Wilkes-Barre focuses on aluminum fence and steel fence systems that look clean and stay straight even after several winters.
Aluminum fence is popular for residential yards, pools, and decorative front boundaries. It will not rust, it is relatively light, and it works well on sloped yards in neighborhoods like Parsons, Miners Mills, and Rolling Mill Hill. Steel fence is heavier and stronger, so it is often the better choice for commercial sites, security applications, and high-traffic areas.
Our crew is local, so we plan materials and installation around Wilkes-Barre soil conditions. Many streets have backyards with fill dirt, rock pockets, or old masonry buried near property lines. We choose post depths, diameter, and concrete mix with that in mind, so you do not end up with leaning panels or frost heave after a few seasons.
Aluminum and Steel Fence Options That Actually Hold Up Here
Legendary Fence Company Wilkes-Barre installs rackable aluminum fence panels, which means they can follow the slope of your yard without leaving gaps under the fence. This is important on the hillsides above North Street and along older alleys where grades change quickly.
For aluminum fences, common styles include flat-top, pressed spear, and alternating spear. Heights usually range from 4 to 6 feet for yards, with 54 inch code-compliant styles for pool enclosures. We offer spacing options between pickets, such as standard 3 13/16 inch spacing or tighter options for small-dog containment. You can choose black, bronze, or white powder coat finishes, with matching gates and hardware.
Steel fences can be ornamental, similar in appearance to aluminum, or built from heavier tubular or solid components for security. For commercial sites in Wilkes-Barre Township or along Kidder Street, we often install taller steel systems with reinforced posts, welded frames, and upgraded latch and closer hardware.
Accessory options include self-closing, self-latching pool gates that meet Pennsylvania pool code, magnetic or key-locking latches, and puppy panels or bottom rails designed to keep small pets from slipping under the fence. For driveways in tighter city lots, we can use double swing gates or compact slide gates that clear snow piles and do not fight with the crown of older streets.
How Our Aluminum and Steel Fence Installation Process Works
A solid aluminum fence or steel fence starts with planning and layout. At the first visit, Legendary Fence Company Wilkes-Barre measures the property line, checks for grade changes, and notes utilities and obstacles. We flag the proposed fence line, mark gate locations based on how you actually move through your yard, and verify that clearances work with existing sidewalks, sheds, and parking spots.
Before we dig, we call 811 to locate underground utilities. In Wilkes-Barre, older neighborhoods often have shallow gas lines or irregular water service lines. We account for that when spacing posts and setting depths. On installation day, we set string lines for straight runs and use a transit or laser level to keep the fence stepping evenly on slopes.
Post holes are typically dug 30 to 36 inches deep, sometimes deeper for taller or wind-exposed fences. We bell out the bottom of the hole when soil conditions allow, then set posts in concrete. For freeze-thaw durability, we use a concrete mix that cures well in our climate and extend the concrete above grade slightly to shed water away from the post.
Once the posts cure, we attach aluminum or steel panels with manufacturer-approved brackets or screws, not improvised hardware. For rackable aluminum panels on slopes, we adjust each connection point so the panel follows grade without binding. Gates are hung on reinforced gate posts set deeper and sometimes with larger diameter to prevent sagging. We finish with a final alignment check, hardware adjustment, and a walkthrough so you understand operation and any maintenance items.
Local Codes, Permits, and HOA Rules in Wilkes-Barre
In Wilkes-Barre and the surrounding townships, fence rules vary by municipality and zoning. Legendary Fence Company Wilkes-Barre helps you work through the requirements so you do not end up with a notice from code enforcement.
For many residential aluminum fence projects within the city, a zoning permit is required if the fence exceeds a certain height, usually around 4 feet in front yards and 6 feet in backyards. Corner lots have additional visibility restrictions near intersections. We can supply drawings and product specs for your permit application and adjust designs if the city requests changes.
Pool fences must meet Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code. For aluminum fence used as a pool barrier, this typically means at least 48 inches tall measured on the outside, with no more than 4 inches between pickets and no obvious footholds that would allow climbing. Gates need to swing outward, away from the pool, and must self-close and self-latch. We only install gate hardware that meets these requirements, and we set hinge tension on site.
HOAs in nearby developments like those in Plains Township and Mountain Top sometimes restrict fence color, height, and style. Most allow black aluminum fence but may not allow solid privacy panels along the front. We can review your HOA rules, recommend compliant options, and provide product literature or samples for board approval before we order any materials.
What Affects Cost and How We Avoid Common Problems
Several specific factors drive the cost of an aluminum fence or steel fence in Wilkes-Barre. Total linear footage is the main one, but slope, number of corners, and number of gates also matter. A yard that steps down sharply toward the river, for example, may require more posts and shorter panel sections to keep consistent spacing and avoid large gaps.
Material choice is another cost driver. Aluminum fence generally costs less than ornamental steel and is sufficient for most residential uses. Steel is more expensive but provides higher impact resistance and security, which can be important for businesses, loading areas, and multi-tenant properties. Powder coat color, upgraded hardware, and custom gate sizes also affect the price.
Common problems with metal fences in this area include frost heave that lifts posts, rust on poor quality steel, and loose or sagging gates. Legendary Fence Company Wilkes-Barre addresses these issues by using deeper posts where needed, proper concrete backfill, and galvanized or powder-coated steel components from reputable manufacturers. For gates, we always install adjustable hinges and latches so they can be fine tuned as the ground settles.
We also watch for drainage issues. If water runs along the proposed fence line, we adjust post placement and sometimes add small gaps or step the fence to let water through instead of trapping it. This helps avoid standing water against the fence and keeps posts more stable over time.
What to Know Before You Hire an Aluminum and Steel Fence Installer
Before you hire anyone to install an aluminum fence or steel fence in Wilkes-Barre, it is worth confirming a few details. First, ask which manufacturers and product lines they use. Not all aluminum is equal. We use brands with solid warranties, tested powder coatings, and rackable panels that can handle our local slopes.
Second, clarify who is responsible for permits and property line verification. Legendary Fence Company Wilkes-Barre can assist with permit paperwork, but we always advise customers to confirm property lines through a survey or existing markers if there is any doubt. Building a fence a foot or two over the line can turn into a costly dispute, especially in tight city lots.
Third, review the exact installation specs. That includes post depth, concrete type, hardware details, gate reinforcement, and how they will handle slopes and obstacles. A written proposal from us outlines these points so you can compare real construction practices, not just price.
Finally, ask about cleanup and future adjustments. We remove all excavation spoils from the site unless you want them, cut panels to fit cleanly rather than forcing odd angles, and schedule a final inspection with you. If a gate needs minor adjustment after the first winter, we can service our work. The goal is a metal fence that looks solid on day one and still functions smoothly years later, through Wilkes-Barre winters and summers alike.
