More privacy at home. A clearer boundary for your business. A gate that makes getting in and out easier. Vickers Fence serves Shelby County with fence installation, repairs, and gates planned around your property.
From a backyard in Center to a longer property line.
A fence around a home in Center can have a very different purpose from a business perimeter near Timpson or a driveway entrance outside Tenaha. Some projects call for privacy close to the house. Others need an open boundary, room for equipment, or a gate that keeps a busy entrance useful. The right starting point is what you need the space to do.
Vickers Fence works with residential and commercial customers across its East Texas service area, including Shelby County. Tell us where the property is, what is there now, and what you want to change. A location in Joaquin, Center, Timpson, Tenaha, or another part of the county gives us a starting point for discussing the work.
You do not need to arrive with a finished design. Bring the practical questions: where the dog needs a boundary, which side of the patio needs privacy, how delivery vehicles enter, or why the old gate has become difficult to use. Those details help shape a fence that fits daily life.
Match the material to the purpose
Privacy, visibility, and access each call for a different approach.
Wood privacy fencing
A wood fence can separate a backyard from neighboring spaces and make a patio feel more enclosed. Plan the height, corners, and gates together so the private area still connects comfortably to the drive and the rest of the yard. Consider which parts need solid screening before deciding to enclose every edge the same way.
Chain link is worth considering when you want a defined boundary with an open view. For a larger yard or commercial property, the layout needs to account for people, vehicles, and equipment as well as fence length. Gate placement can matter as much as the material, especially where one opening handles several different uses.
Aluminum can define a front yard, landscaped space, or pool area without creating a solid visual barrier. Around a pool, the entry and enclosure need careful consideration along with the rest of the outdoor space. Tell us how you use the area so we can discuss the fence and gates as a complete layout.
Homes & businesses
Keep the property useful on both sides of the fence.
At home, a fence should support ordinary routines: letting pets into the yard, bringing a mower through, reaching outdoor storage, and using the patio. A walk gate placed where you actually travel can make a bigger difference than an opening chosen only for symmetry. Wider equipment needs should be part of the first conversation.
For a commercial project in Shelby County, think through staff access, deliveries, storage areas, and the vehicles that use the entrance. A perimeter should define the intended space without leaving awkward turns or inconvenient bottlenecks. Explain which areas need to remain visible and which access points need to be controlled.
For longer runs, share what you know about changes in grade, trees, existing structures, and drainage along the proposed line. These conditions affect the layout. We can discuss your priorities before you commit to a material or a particular gate arrangement.
Fence repairs & replacement
A damaged section deserves a closer look.
A leaning post, loose boards, or a gate that drags does not automatically mean the whole fence has to go. The useful question is whether the damage is isolated or part of a wider problem. Tell us how long the issue has been there and whether nearby sections are showing the same signs.
If the rest of the fence is in good condition, a focused repair may be enough. If several posts are failing, multiple runs are leaning, or the layout no longer suits the property, a replacement plan may be worth discussing. Comparing those choices helps you spend on the work that addresses the actual problem.
Photos of both the damaged area and the surrounding fence are helpful. Include the gate supports, corners, and a wider view when possible. For a business, mention whether the damage affects normal access. For a home, explain whether the issue has left a gap where pets can get through.
Vickers Fence
Fence experience since 1999.
Austin Vickers and the team combine hands-on fence experience with an approach centered on the property. The company has completed well over 300 projects in the Shreveport-Bossier City area and also serves customers in East Texas, including Shelby County.
Our project gallery shows wood fences, chain link, gates, and other fence work. Use those examples to start a conversation about the look and function you want. Compare the open feel of chain link with the more enclosed feel of wood, and note which gate styles would suit your entrance.
When you get in touch, we will start with your location and project needs. Whether you are comparing materials or already know which fence needs replacing, you can take the next step without having every detail decided.
Do you serve homes and businesses in Shelby County?
Yes. Vickers Fence serves residential and commercial customers in Shelby County, Texas. Whether your property is in Center, Timpson, Tenaha, Joaquin, or elsewhere in the county, share the address and a description of the work when you contact us. That helps us discuss the location, access, and scope of your fence project together.
Which fence material should I choose?
Choose around the job the fence needs to do. Wood can give a backyard more privacy. Chain link creates an open boundary for a yard or business property. Aluminum provides a defined perimeter while keeping views open. Think about upkeep, gate openings, height, pets, and visibility before settling on a material. We can discuss those priorities with you.
Can you repair a fence instead of replacing it?
A repair may make sense when damage is concentrated in a few boards, a post, a rail, or a gate and the surrounding fence remains sound. When several sections are weak or leaning, replacing a longer run may be more practical. Describe the damage and send photos through the contact form to give us a useful starting point.
What affects the price of a Shelby County fence?
The total length, material, height, number of gates, removal of old fencing, and conditions along the proposed line all affect the work. A small backyard and a long commercial perimeter need different plans. Request a quote for your property so the discussion reflects the actual layout and access needs rather than a generic price per foot.
What should I send when requesting a quote?
Include the property location, whether the job is residential or commercial, and whether you need a new fence, replacement, repair, or gate. Approximate measurements and a few photos help if you have them. Mention anything that needs to pass through the opening, such as a mower, trailer, or work vehicle. You can still contact us before you have exact measurements.