Serving Greater Boston
Chain Link Fence Installation in Boston, MA
Chain link is the most practical fence for enclosing a large area, keeping dogs and kids in a yard, or securing a commercial property. Fence Builder Boston installs residential and commercial chain link fences across Boston and Greater Boston.
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We measure your property, walk the fence line with you and give you a written quote at no cost.
Residential & Commercial
Privacy, pool and pet fences for homes, plus security and perimeter fencing for businesses.
Wood, Vinyl, Aluminum & Chain Link
Four core fence materials and matching gates.
Serving Greater Boston
Boston, Watertown, Cambridge, Brookline, Belmont, Newton, Waltham and Lexington.
Modern chain link does not have to look industrial. Black vinyl-coated chain link blends into lawns and plantings, and privacy slats can add screening where you need it.
Chain Link Options
Galvanized Chain Link
Zinc-coated steel fabric, posts and rails. The most economical option and a long-lasting choice for utility areas, commercial lots and athletic fields.
Black Vinyl-Coated Chain Link
Steel fabric with a bonded vinyl coating over the galvanizing. It looks cleaner, adds corrosion protection and is the most popular choice for residential backyards.
Privacy Slats and Screening
Slats woven through the mesh or windscreen fabric add privacy to an existing or new chain link fence, useful for dumpster enclosures, storage yards and backyards facing busy streets.
| Use | Typical Height | Common Finish |
|---|---|---|
| Backyard and pets | 4 to 5 ft | Black vinyl-coated |
| Dog runs | 5 to 6 ft | Galvanized or black |
| Sports fields and schools | 6 ft and up | Galvanized or black |
| Commercial security | 6 to 8 ft | Galvanized, optional barbed wire where allowed |
Residential and Commercial Chain Link
For Homes
Chain link keeps pets and children safely in the yard while keeping your view open. It is a cost-effective way to fence a large backyard or a long side yard.
For Businesses and Institutions
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Get a Free EstimateHow We Install Chain Link
A tight, straight chain link fence comes down to its terminal posts. Corner, end and gate posts carry the tension of the whole run, so we set them deeper and heavier than line posts, then stretch the fabric evenly and secure it with tension bars and ties at the right spacing. Every post is set with the 48-inch Massachusetts frost depth in mind so the fence does not heave out of line.
What Affects the Cost of a Chain Link Fence
Coating
Galvanized chain link is the most economical. Black or green vinyl-coated chain link costs more but looks better and adds corrosion protection.
Wire Gauge and Mesh
Heavier gauge wire and smaller mesh openings are stronger and harder to climb, and cost more. Residential fences use lighter gauges than commercial security fences.
Height and Footage
Taller fences need longer posts and more fabric. Long runs are economical per foot because terminal posts and gates are spread across more fence.
Gates and Extras
Drive gates, cantilever sliding gates, privacy slats and bottom tension wire add to the cost.
Chain Link Fence Care
- Check fabric ties and tension bands each spring and tighten if loose
- Straighten or replace a bent top rail before the fabric starts to sag
- Keep vines from growing into the mesh, which adds weight and traps moisture
- Keep gate hinges lubricated so gates swing freely
Chain Link Fencing Across Greater Boston
Black vinyl-coated chain link is a common backyard and dog fence in Boston, Watertown and Waltham. Galvanized chain link secures commercial lots along Route 128, construction sites and storage yards, and long chain link runs are a practical option on larger lots in Lexington.
Chain Link for Dogs
Chain link is one of the most dependable dog fences. For jumpers, choose a taller fence. For diggers, a bottom tension wire or a buried barrier along the base helps. Black vinyl-coated mesh is easier on the eyes and blends into the yard.
Related Services
Fence Installation
Complete fence installation, from layout and property line checks to posts set for New England frost and a final walkthrough.
Commercial Fencing
Security, perimeter and enclosure fencing for businesses and property managers.
Residential Fencing
Privacy, pet, pool and decorative fences for single-family homes, two-families and triple-deckers.
Frequently Asked Questions
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