Board-on-board privacyPrivacy
The full-privacy pick. Overlap means no sightlines through the fence line, and no gaps opening up as boards dry and shrink.
Wood Fence Styles We Install
Wood is the Midlands' classic fence: warm, natural, endlessly customizable. We build every common style in cedar, pine, or pressure-treated lumber, matched to your privacy, your budget, and your yard.
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Framed board-on-boardPrivacy
Same privacy as standard board-on-board, with a trimmed frame around each section. It squares up the runs and keeps the boards from cupping at the ends.
Shadowbox (good-neighbor)Privacy
Looks the same from your yard and your neighbor’s. Air moves through it, so it takes wind better than a solid panel.
Dog-ear stockadePrivacy
The most economical full-height privacy fence. Boards sit edge to edge on the rails, with the clipped corner that gives the style its name.
Board-and-battenPrivacy
Reads like the siding on a farmhouse. The battens hide the joints, so the fence stays solid even as the wide boards move.
Modern horizontalPrivacy
Wide horizontal slats on heavier posts. The most architectural of the styles, and the one that reads newest on a modern home.
Lattice-top privacyPrivacy
Adds height and detail without a solid wall overhead. The lattice section lets light and air over the top of the fence.
Classic picketPicket
Front-yard fencing: defines the property and keeps pets in without closing off the view of the house.
Scalloped picketPicket
The same open picket, cut so the top dips through the middle of each section. A softer, more traditional line for a front yard.
Split-rail / ranchRanch rail
Marks a boundary on larger lots without enclosing the view. Wire mesh can be added on the inside face to hold pets.
Custom heights and gates are matched to your yard and access. Not every style is stocked in every height, so we confirm availability before it goes in the contract.
Why Homeowners Choose Wood
Nothing matches the warmth and natural character of a real wood fence, and it's the most budget-friendly way to get full privacy.
What Drives the Price
Every yard is different, so we set the exact number in writing after we walk the property.
- straightenLinear footage, the single biggest factor: more fence means more material and labor.
- forestWood species, pressure-treated pine is the budget pick; cedar costs more but resists rot and insects naturally.
- heightHeight and style, taller privacy and board-on-board use more lumber than a shadowbox or picket.
- door_frontGates, walk gates and double drive gates add hardware and labor a straight run doesn't.
- terrainTerrain and access: slopes, rock, tree roots, and tight backyard access all add time.
- deleteOld-fence removal, tearing out and hauling off an existing fence is its own line.
Want real numbers? Our wood fence cost guide breaks down what a wood fence runs per linear foot in the Midlands, by height and style.
Wood in the Midlands
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a wood fence last in South Carolina?add
With proper installation and periodic sealing, a wood privacy fence in SC typically lasts 15 to 20 years. Cedar and treated lumber resist rot and insects better than untreated pine in the humid Midlands climate.
Cedar or pressure-treated pine: which is better for a fence?add
Cedar resists rot and insects naturally and weathers to a silver-gray, but costs more. Pressure-treated pine is more affordable and durable when maintained. Chonko Construction helps you weigh look, budget, and upkeep.
How much does a wood privacy fence cost in Columbia, SC?add
Cost depends on material, height, and length. Every Chonko Construction project starts with a written scope, schedule, and price before work begins, so the number is clear up front. See our Midlands fence cost guide for real price ranges by material and linear foot.
How often does a wood fence need to be stained or sealed?add
Plan on a clean and re-seal every two to three years in the Midlands, sooner for boards in full sun. Sealing is what keeps SC humidity and UV from graying and drying the wood, and it's the single biggest factor in how long the fence lasts.
Will a wood fence warp or rot in South Carolina's humidity?add
Any wood can if it's installed wrong. We use cedar or properly treated lumber, set posts in concrete, and space the boards so they move with the seasons, which is how we keep a Midlands wood fence from cupping, warping, or rotting early.
Can you stain or paint the fence to match my house?add
Yes. Wood is the most customizable material. Leave it natural to weather, or stain or paint it any color to match your home and trim. We'll walk through finish options on the consultation.
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