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Newport News is a long, sprawling peninsula city with deep roots in post-war neighborhoods and a working waterfront. Homeowners here live with mature trees, tight lot lines, and the practical demands of maintaining fences and gates in a humid, salt-influenced climate where wood and metal both need honest care.

Chesapeake Fence Company has been serving Newport News (23606) and the surrounding Chesapeake area since 2013. We install and repair wood, vinyl, chain link, and ornamental metal fences, plus gates and automatic driveway gates. Our crews are fully insured and AFA Member Installers. When your fence needs work, we show up with the same team, every time, and we tell you straight about repair versus replacement.

Fence Installation and Repair in Newport News (23606)

Newport News neighborhoods are a mix of single-family homes on modest lots, many with existing fence lines that define property boundaries and screen neighbors. The soil and drainage vary block to block, which means post depth, concrete setting, and racking or stepped installation all depend on what we find on your property. We work from your survey and install on the line you identify. We do not offer boundary surveys or plat interpretation, that is land surveyor work.

Our crews know the local building department rules for fence height, setback, and corner visibility. Many neighborhoods here have HOA architectural standards that govern material and color. We help you navigate those requirements before we dig. Virginia 811 utility locates are required by law before any post holes go in, and we handle that call.

Since 2013, we have installed and repaired fences across Newport News and the greater Chesapeake area. We work with wood and pressure-treated pine, vinyl and PVC, galvanized and powder-coated chain link, and aluminum and ornamental iron. Gates get the same attention: hinges, latches, self-closing hardware, and operator systems all wear, and we repair or replace them honestly.

Our services in Newport News

How a Fence Job Works in Newport News

Step 1: You call us at (757) 296-1863 or request a free on-site assessment. We come out, walk the fence line, note the existing posts, rails, and pickets, check for rot or leaning, and talk through what you want. We measure, ask about HOA rules or setback concerns, and give you a realistic estimate on the spot or by phone within a day.

Step 2: If you move forward, we schedule the work. Before we dig any post holes, we call 811 for a utility locate. We set posts in concrete at proper depth and spacing, install stringers and pickets or panels straight and level, and brace gates to prevent sag. If you have an HOA, we coordinate on timing and materials. Tight lot access in some Newport News neighborhoods means we may hand-carry materials or use smaller equipment, and we plan for that.

Step 3: We clean up debris, haul away old fence material, and do a final walkthrough with you. Your property is left clean and your fence is ready to work.

Fence costs in Newport News depend on material, length, site conditions, and whether the job is new installation or repair. Chain link fence runs from $15 per linear foot. Wood privacy fence starts at $27 per linear foot. Vinyl runs from $38 per linear foot. Ornamental metal and aluminum start at $42 per linear foot. Gate installation runs from $485. Automatic driveway gates start at $2,900. Fence repair work starts at $460. Storm damage assessment is free. Pool fencing is installed to meet local pool barrier codes, starting at $34 per linear foot. Post replacement and racking or stepped installation on slopes add to the base cost. The best way to know what your fence will cost is a free on-site estimate. Call us at (757) 296-1863.

✅ AFA Member Installer (American Fence Association), fully insured for work in Newport News and nearby areas.

What is the difference between a fence installed with posts tamped in soil versus posts set in concrete?
Posts set in concrete are more stable over time, especially in areas with freeze-thaw cycles or heavy wind. Tamped posts are less expensive upfront but settle and shift more. In Newport News, concrete-set posts are the standard for privacy and ornamental fences. We assess your soil and site conditions and recommend what will hold best for your fence type and budget.
My fence is leaning. Does it need to be replaced, or can you repair it?
A leaning fence often means posts have settled, heaved, or rotted at the ground line. If the rails and pickets are sound, we can reset or replace the bad posts and straighten the run. If the pickets are rotted or split, replacement makes more sense. We look at the whole fence and tell you which path saves money. Call (757) 296-1863 for a free assessment.
What do I need to know about HOA rules before I install a new fence in Newport News?
Many master-planned communities in Newport News have architectural standards that set fence height, material, color, and setback. We check those rules before we quote. You may need HOA approval in writing before we start. If you have a deed restriction or HOA, bring it to your first meeting with us, and we will help you understand what is allowed.
Do I need a city permit to install a fence in Newport News?
Permit requirements vary. Some jurisdictions in the greater Chesapeake area require permits for fence installation, others do not. We work with the local building department to find out what applies to your address. We can help you apply if a permit is needed, or we can confirm that one is not required. Call (757) 296-1863 to ask about your specific location.
My neighbor's tree branches hang over my fence. What are my options?
Overhanging branches are a property line issue, not a fence issue. You have the right to trim branches that cross your property line back to the line, but you cannot enter the neighbor's property to do it. If the overhang is heavy or the branches are large, talk to your neighbor first. If you need help trimming, that is a tree service matter, not fence work. We install and repair fences.
Is Chesapeake Fence Company fully insured for fence work in Newport News?
Yes. We are fully insured with general liability and workers' compensation coverage. Our crews are AFA Member Installers. You can ask for proof of insurance before we start any work.
What should I do if a storm damages my fence in Newport News?
Call us at (757) 296-1863 for a free damage assessment. We can help you document the damage for an insurance claim if you have coverage. We do not promise that a claim will be approved or that work will be covered, that is between you and your insurer. We can tell you what the repair or replacement will cost, and you can submit that estimate with your claim.

Nearby service areas

📍 Chesapeake 23322📍 Norfolk 23518📍 Virginia Beach 23453📍 Portsmouth 23707
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Our Fence Services in Chesapeake

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Wood & Privacy Fence Installation

Cedar or treated pine, built for Gulf humidity and set to hold a straight line.

Included in your service

  • 811 utility locates requested before the first post hole is dug
  • Posts set in concrete, spaced for the span and the wind load
  • Board-on-board or side-by-side, with cap and trim if you want it
  • Straight talk on where cedar earns its price and where pine wins
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Vinyl & PVC Fence Installation

Low maintenance done properly: the panels are the easy part, the posts are the job.

Included in your service

  • Manufacturer-backed panels, not thin-wall seconds
  • Concrete-set posts at the spacing the panel system requires
  • Routed rails and reinforced gate posts where spans demand it
  • We tell you plainly where vinyl beats wood, and where it does not
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Chain Link Fence Installation

The toughest fence per dollar, and the one most often installed badly.

Included in your service

  • Correct gauge and mesh size for the use, not the cheapest roll
  • Terminal posts braced, line posts plumb, mesh properly tensioned
  • Tension bands and stretcher bar at every terminal, top rail true
  • Galvanized or black powder-coated, with privacy slats if you want them
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Aluminum & Ornamental Iron Fencing

Racked or stepped, welded clean, and finished to survive Gulf Coast air.

Included in your service

  • Powder-coated aluminum or ornamental iron, sized to the opening
  • Racked to follow grade, or stepped where the slope is too steep
  • Core-drilled or concrete-set posts depending on the substrate
  • Welds ground and touched up so rust has nowhere to start
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Fence Repair

We fix what is worth fixing and say so when it is not.

Included in your service

  • The whole fence line walked, not just the section you called about
  • Pickets, rails, stringers and hardware replaced to match
  • Anti-sag bracing on gates that have started to drag
  • Repair or replace put side by side with real numbers, then you decide
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Storm Damage Fence Repair

After a hurricane or derecho: documented, then rebuilt stronger than it fell.

Included in your service

  • Free damage assessment, photographed section by section
  • Written estimate you can use to help document your claim
  • Downed runs rebuilt on the same line, with posts upgraded
  • We make no promise about coverage: that call is your insurer's
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Fence Post Repair & Replacement

Houston clay heaves posts and rots them at the ground line. That is why fences lean.

Included in your service

  • Every post along the run tested, not only the one that moved
  • Rotted or heaved posts reset or replaced in fresh concrete
  • Plumbed and braced until the concrete has actually cured
  • The sound part of your fence saved instead of sold to you again
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Gate Installation & Repair

Gates are the first thing to fail, because they are the only part that moves.

Included in your service

  • Built square, hung on adjustable heavy-duty hinges
  • Self-closing, self-latching hardware where code calls for it
  • Anti-sag cable or welded bracing so it stays square
  • Posts sized and set for the weight of the gate they carry
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Automatic & Driveway Gates

Cantilever or V-track, swing or slide: the operator is only as good as the gate.

Included in your service

  • Swing, slide, cantilever or V-track chosen for your grade and space
  • Professional-grade operator with keypad and safety sensors
  • Repair and tune-up on all major opener brands
  • Electrical supply run by a licensed electrician, or solar on acreage
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Pool Fence Installation

Installed to meet the pool barrier code that applies at your address.

Included in your service

  • Aluminum, mesh or glass barrier at the required height
  • Self-closing, self-latching gate hardware, latch at code height
  • The code requirements walked with you before a post is set
  • Final compliance is your building official's call, and we say so
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Fence Replacement & Removal

Tear-out, haul-away and rebuild, or a straight removal if that is all you need.

Included in your service

  • Old fence, posts and concrete footings pulled and hauled away
  • Whatever is still sound reused, the rest replaced
  • Same line kept, or reset from your existing survey if you move it
  • Repair versus full replacement quoted side by side
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Fence Staining & Restoration

Under Houston sun and humidity, staining on schedule can double a cedar fence's life.

Included in your service

  • Cleaned and brightened before anything is applied
  • Stain and sealer chosen for exposure, then back-brushed in
  • Loose pickets and fasteners set right before we coat them
  • An honest answer when the wood is too far gone to be worth it
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Commercial & Temporary Fencing

Jobsite and property-line fencing that goes up fast and passes inspection.

Included in your service

  • Commercial chain link, security fence and temporary construction fence
  • Silt fence installed to the site's erosion control plan
  • Layouts that account for setbacks, access and equipment gates
  • Volume pricing and scheduling built around builders and GCs
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Farm & Ranch Fencing

Long runs on acreage: straight lines, braced corners, gates sized for a trailer.

Included in your service

  • Ranch rail, no-climb horse fence, field wire, pipe or barbed wire
  • H-braced corners and ends, because that is what holds the tension
  • Line kept true across grade over hundreds of feet
  • Gate openings sized for the equipment that has to get through
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26+ Verified Client Reviews in Chesapeake

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David L.
Chesapeake

« We wanted something elegant around our front property and Chesapeake Fence delivered. The ornamental iron fence they installed looks absolutely stunning, black with those nice decorative finials on top. The crew was professional, finished in about 3 days, and left the yard spotless. Best investment we made this year. »

Aluminum & Ornamental Iron Fencing
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Scott H.
Virginia Beach

« Our driveway gate was stuck halfway open for weeks and we didn't know who to call. Chesapeake Fence came out, diagnosed the issue in minutes, and had it working perfectly again. Fast service, honest pricing, can't ask for more than that. »

Gate Installation & Repair
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Robert M.
Norfolk

« Just had them install about 200 feet of chain link around our backyard so the dog can run safely. The posts are set deep and straight, the tension is perfect, and they cleaned up every bit of debris. My kids actually play outside now instead of being glued to screens. »

Chain Link Fence Installation
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Rachel S.
Suffolk

« We run a small horse operation and needed reliable fencing fast. Chesapeake Fence installed over 400 feet of quality wood fencing across our property in less than a week. The horses respect it, it looks professional, and they stood behind their work. Would hire them again in a heartbeat. »

Farm & Ranch Fencing
Emily C.
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Emily C.
Hampton

« Three of our fence posts had rotted out after last winter and the whole section was leaning. They replaced all three posts with concrete footings that'll last decades. The repair blends in perfectly with the existing fence, honestly can't tell where the new posts are. »

Fence Post Repair & Replacement
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Michelle B.
Portsmouth

« Built us a beautiful wooden gate for the backyard entrance. It's solid cedar, hangs perfectly, and they even installed a nice latch system. Only reason I'm not giving 5 stars is they were about a day behind schedule, but the final product is worth the wait. »

Gate Installation & Repair
Kevin R.
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Kevin R.
Newport News

« Privacy fence went up around our entire backyard in just two days. Six-foot cedar, stained a rich brown color, looks like it belongs in a magazine. The crew was respectful, kept noise to reasonable hours, and the workmanship is flawless. Neighbors have already asked for their number. »

Wood & Privacy Fence Installation
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Karen T.
Smithfield

« Had to get a compliant pool fence installed before we could use our new pool legally. Chesapeake Fence understood all the code requirements and installed aluminum fencing with self-closing gates exactly right. Inspectors approved it first time. Great crew, reliable, and they made the whole process stress-free. »

Pool Fence Installation
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