Atlas Fence

TL;DR: Corner lots and driveway approaches aren’t just about style—they’re about clear sightlines for cars, cyclists, and pedestrians. The fix isn’t guesswork: lay out a visibility triangle, set the right panel heights within it, choose low-profile corners and gate strategies that don’t block views, and step your fence to match grade without creating blind spots. […]

TL;DR: Before you set a single post, confirm property lines, easements, and setbacks on your survey/plat. Property owners should determine which city code, local ordinances, and laws apply to their property, primarily if located in Travis County or outside Austin city limits. In Austin, typical constraints include utility and drainage easements in rear or side

TL;DR: Calling 811 before any digging is the easiest way to avoid costly, dangerous utility strikes. In Austin, your locate ticket sets a short timeline for utility owners to mark gas, electric, communications, water, and sewer. Use those marks to fine-tune your fence layout, post spacing, and gate footing strategy—especially near corners, driveways, and irrigation

TL;DR: Austin’s humidity, irrigation overspray, and shaded microclimates make fences a magnet for mildew, mold, and green algae—especially on north and east faces. Match the growth to the right cleaner (oxygenated for general grime, carefully diluted hypochlorite for heavy biologicals), follow safe dwell times, use low pressure on wood, and seal the surface once dry.

TL;DR: Austin storms bring fast wind shifts, driving rain, and hail. Before a system arrives, secure gates, clear vegetation, confirm drainage, and tighten hardware. After the storm, conduct a safe walkthrough (starting with power lines), including a fence inspection. Document the damage with photos, and triage hazards such as leaning posts or open pet egress.