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Fence costs depend on length and height, material (wood, vinyl, chain link, aluminum or composite), number of gates, terrain, soil conditions, removal of an old fence and labour. Because every home and scope is different, the only reliable number is a written quote. Ask two or three local businesses to visit and quote the same scope so you can compare like for like.

It depends on your goals. Wood offers a classic look and privacy but needs periodic staining or sealing. Vinyl needs little maintenance. Aluminum and wrought-iron styles suit decorative or pool-area uses, while chain link is practical for containing pets. Consider privacy, budget, maintenance and how the fence will look with your home.

Many residential fences are installed within a few days once materials are on site, but timing depends on the length, terrain, material, gates, and whether posts are set in concrete that needs time to cure. Utility locates and material lead times can add time before work starts.

Lifespan depends on the material, installation quality, post setting, drainage and maintenance. Pressure-treated wood benefits from regular sealing; vinyl and aluminum generally need less upkeep. Ask your contractor about expected durability and manufacturer warranties for the specific products they recommend.

Fence rules are set by each municipality, usually through zoning or fence by-laws that can cover heights, placement and corner visibility. Pool enclosures have their own separate by-laws in both Grimsby and Lincoln. Check with your local town — for example Grimsby or Lincoln — before you build, and confirm your property line.

Source: Town of Grimsby — By-laws

Ask what materials and post-setting method they use, how deep posts will go, whether they arrange utility locates, how they confirm property lines, whether they remove the old fence, and what the warranty covers. Get a written quote with the total length, height, gates and finish included.

Source: Ontario One Call — Homeowner locates