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Our security and perimeter fencing solutions in Wilkes-Barre, PA are built for facilities that demand strong access control. We design anti climb, high security, and access controlled fence systems using heavy duty chain link, welded wire, and steel components. Integrations with gates, operators, and surveillance equipment are carefully planned. Protect restricted areas and reduce intrusion risks with a professionally engineered perimeter.
Legendary Fence Company Wilkes-Barre provides professional security 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.
Security Fencing That Fits Wilkes-Barre Properties
A good security fence should slow people down, keep them visible if they try to get in, and work with the way you use your property every day. Legendary Fence Company Wilkes-Barre designs and installs security and perimeter fences that match real conditions here in Wilkes-Barre, not a one size fits all template from a catalog.
We start by walking the full perimeter with you. We look at existing slopes, soft soil spots near the Susquehanna, areas that drift with snow, and any tight spots between neighboring buildings. For commercial sites we also note truck paths, loading zones, and camera locations. For homes we pay attention to kid play areas, pet routes, and sightlines to the street.
From there we talk through your real security concerns. Some customers want to keep a business yard locked down at night. Others need to keep kids in and strangers out, but still want a fence that looks good from the street. In Wilkes-Barre, we see a lot of mixed goals: privacy on the backyard side, higher visibility steel or chain link on the alley or commercial side.
By the time we are done with the first visit, you know which sections truly need heavy duty perimeter protection and which can be handled with lighter, more attractive fencing. This approach keeps you from overspending on areas that do not need maximum security and focuses your budget where it has the most impact.
Materials and Designs That Actually Stop Intruders
Security fencing is not just about height. The material, the way the fence is framed, and how the gates are built all matter more than most people realize. Legendary Fence Company Wilkes-Barre typically recommends one of four main material setups for security and perimeter fencing in our area.
Commercial and industrial sites often choose black vinyl coated chain link with a tension wire at the bottom and, if appropriate, barbed wire or razor wire at the top where allowed. The vinyl coating holds up better to road salt and coal dust residue than bare galvanized in many Wilkes-Barre locations, especially near busy corridors like Kidder Street or on hills where winter treatment is heavy.
For customers who want security with a more polished look, we install ornamental steel or aluminum security fences. These have narrow picket spacing so shoes cannot get a foothold and the top can be flat, spear top, or a combination. Steel is stronger and heavier, aluminum is more corrosion resistant, which matters on properties near the river or in spots that stay damp.
Heavy duty wood or composite fencing can also be part of a perimeter plan. We often combine a solid wood fence on the backyard side for privacy with steel or chain link on the less visible sides where security and visibility matter more. When wood is used for security purposes, we specify 6x6 gate posts on wider openings, deeper concrete footings, and upgraded hardware so gates cannot be kicked in easily.
Finally, we may add security features to any material: tighter bottom gaps to stop crawling, privacy slats in chain link to block the view into storage yards, and anti climb panels in vulnerable spots. Every design detail is there for a reason, and we walk you through why a particular height, style, or hardware choice is suggested so you are not just guessing from pictures.
How the Installation Process Works in Wilkes-Barre
A solid security fence is only as strong as its installation. Soil in Wilkes-Barre can be rocky in some neighborhoods and silty near the river, so we do not use a one depth fits all approach for posts. Before we dig, Legendary Fence Company Wilkes-Barre calls Pennsylvania 811 to have underground utilities marked, then lays out the fence line with you present so there are no surprises.
We set corner and gate posts first, usually in 80 to 100 pound concrete bases, with depth adjusted for frost line and soil type. In areas that stay wet or where drainage is poor, we sometimes bell the bottom of the holes or add gravel for better stability. Line posts go in next, spaced according to the material and wind exposure. Along open parking lots or riverfront areas we often tighten spacing for stronger fence runs.
For chain link and steel, we tension the framework properly and test the stretch so the fence does not sag later. For wood, we let you see board spacing and height from the house side first, then finalize nail or screw patterns so you know what maintenance will look like. Gates come last, but they get the most attention. We level, plumb, and cycle them repeatedly so they close cleanly without slamming or dragging.
Typical residential security fence installs in Wilkes-Barre take one to three days, depending on length and terrain. Larger commercial perimeters may stretch over a week, especially if we are working around business hours or tight access. We plan work around typical local weather, trying to avoid deep frost digging in mid winter and the muddiest periods during spring thaws when possible, since that can affect both footing strength and yard cleanup.
What Drives Cost and How to Get the Most for Your Budget
Security fence pricing in Wilkes-Barre depends on more than just how many feet you need. At Legendary Fence Company Wilkes-Barre, we break down your quote so you can see where the money is actually going and where you can adjust if needed.
Material choice and height are the biggest cost drivers. A six foot residential chain link security fence will almost always be less expensive than ornamental steel of the same height. Once you move into 8 foot or taller commercial heights, post size and bracing start to matter more, and those upgrades add cost but also add real strength.
Terrain is a factor too. Straight, level runs across a flat Wilkes-Barre yard are the most economical. If your fence needs to step up or rack along a hillside, or weave around trees and outbuildings, that adds labor and sometimes special hardware. We will show you options like moving the line a few feet to avoid rock ledges or large roots, which can reduce costs without hurting security.
Gates and access control are another big piece. A simple walk gate with a keyed lock is affordable. Wide double drive gates, cantilever slide gates for truck access, or openings prepared for future operators cost more. For businesses, planning where delivery trucks and plow trucks move in winter can prevent damage later. We can recommend gate locations that line up with existing pavement and reduce tight turns.
To keep costs under control, many Wilkes-Barre customers phase their security upgrades. For example, they start with the vulnerable side of a commercial lot that faces a public alley, then add the rest of the perimeter later. Others choose higher security material on the back and sides, with a more decorative but compatible style on the street front. We are upfront about where you really need the strongest build and where you can step down a level without giving up too much protection.
Planning, Permits, and Local Considerations
Before you commit to a security fence, it helps to know what Wilkes-Barre and nearby townships expect. Legendary Fence Company Wilkes-Barre keeps up with local fence height limits, typical front yard setbacks, and rules around barbed wire and razor wire. In many residential areas, barbed wire is not allowed, and there are caps on how tall a front yard fence can be. Commercial and industrial zones usually have more flexibility, but rules vary by municipality.
We help you determine your property line boundaries using your survey if you have one, or we can work within a conservative offset if your markers are unclear. This prevents disputes later and keeps you from paying to fence land that is not actually yours. Where neighbors share a boundary, some customers choose to coordinate and split the cost of a perimeter section. We are used to joint projects like this and can quote the line separately.
Local weather also matters for planning. In our climate, late spring through early fall is the most efficient time for installing security and perimeter fencing, because the ground is workable and concrete cures well. We do install year round when needed, but winter work can be slower if the frost is deep or snow needs to be cleared, which may slightly affect scheduling.
For businesses with active yards around Wilkes-Barre, we schedule work to keep operations moving. That might mean installing one stretch overnight, leaving temporary access, or working in segments so customers and trucks can still get in and out. For homeowners, we plan around pet needs and temporary containment so your yard is never completely open for long.
Whether you need to secure a small residential side yard near downtown Wilkes-Barre or a multi acre commercial lot out toward the industrial areas, we build a plan that fits local rules, your budget, and the way you actually use your property every day.
