Atlas Fence

TL;DR Gate not latching, scraping the concrete, or needing a “hip check”? In Austin, 90% of sag/drag issues stem from four primary culprits: shallow/loose posts, flat concrete collars that trap water, underbuilt or twisted gate frames, and hinges/latches that were never aligned on the same axis. Before you plan a complete replacement or address the […]

TL;DR “Problem yards” in Austin aren’t problems—they’re normal. You’ve got expansive clay that swells after a thunderstorm, limestone shelves that stop post holes from being shallow, and drainage ruts that carry silt to the fence toe. The fix isn’t exotic lumber; it’s soils-first engineering at the ground line: correct embedment depth, core-drilling where rock is

TL;DR If your backyard touches a greenbelt or sits inside a drainage easement, Austin and most HOAs want the rear (and sometimes side) fence lines to stay open for water flow and wildlife movement. That usually means view-through metal (ornamental steel or aluminum), split-rail with welded wire, or post-and-rail with open spacing—not solid wood. You

TL;DR A retaining wall with a fence on or near it is not a “stacked” project—it’s one structural system that must handle soil pressure, wind, drainage, and movement together. In Austin, that means: verifying setbacks/easements, choosing the right wall type (block, cast-in-place, drilled pier/grade beam, timber tie-back), engineering load paths for both lateral soil and

TL;DR: Choosing the right fence for your Austin property involves considering several factors: climate, privacy, aesthetics, and maintenance. An Austin fence company can help you navigate the many fencing options available, including different materials, styles, and functionalities. This guide will help you navigate fence types like wood, composite, and ornamental iron to find the best