September 16, 2026
5 Residential Fence Trends We're Seeing Across DFW Right Now
Every week I'm out walking properties across Denton, Dallas, and Fort Worth, and it's given me a pretty good read on where residential fencing is headed. Here's what homeowners are actually asking for right now — not just what's trending online, but what's holding up in real North Texas yards.
1. Horizontal-Slat Wood Fencing
The classic vertical picket fence isn't going anywhere, but horizontal-slat cedar fences have become one of our most requested looks over the last couple of years. It gives a clean, modern feel that pairs well with newer home builds, and it photographs beautifully for resale listings. We build these with the same quality cedar as our traditional fences — the look changes, the durability doesn't.
2. Black Aluminum & Steel Replacing Traditional Wrought Iron
Matte black aluminum and steel fencing has really taken over from the old-style wrought iron look. It's lighter, resists rust better in our humidity, and gives that sleek, upscale curb appeal a lot of homeowners want — especially on front yards and pool enclosures where you still want to see through the fence line.
3. Mixed-Material Fences
We're building more fences that combine materials — cedar pickets with black metal posts and framing, or stone-and-wood combinations for the front of a property. It's a great way to get a custom, higher-end look without the cost of an all-metal or all-masonry fence.
4. Tall, Full-Privacy Board-on-Board Fencing
With more people investing in their backyards — pools, outdoor kitchens, pergolas — privacy has become a bigger priority. Board-on-board privacy fencing (where boards overlap so there are zero gaps) at 6 to 8 feet tall is one of the most common requests we get for backyard-living projects.
5. Low-Maintenance Composite & Vinyl
Not everyone wants to stain and reseal a wood fence every couple of years, and I get it. Composite and vinyl fencing that mimics natural wood grain has come a long way — it holds up well in Texas heat and storms, and it's a solid option for homeowners who want the look of wood with less upkeep.
Whatever direction is right for your property, the fundamentals don't change: quality materials, proper installation, and building something meant to last decades — not just a few seasons. If any of these trends caught your eye, I'd be happy to come take a look at your yard and talk through what would work best.
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