Wood privacy fence
6' and 8' cedar or pressure-treated pine. The classic Georgia backyard fence.
Fence Installation
Fence Installation in Athens & NE Georgia
Wood, chain link, privacy, and picket fences installed by a local crew — with a written quote, a clear timeline, and no mid-job surprises.
Fence Installation in NE Georgia
A good fence is the hardest-working feature on your property. It keeps the dog in, the neighbors at a polite distance, and your yard looking intentional. Getting one built right comes down to three things most installers rush: setting posts deep enough and plumb, anchoring them in properly-mixed concrete, and running the line true across the red-clay slopes you find on most NE Georgia lots.
At CCL Exterior Services, we handle fence installation for homeowners across Athens, Commerce, Jefferson, and the surrounding Jackson County area — wood privacy, chain link, picket, and custom runs. Every board gets checked before it goes up, every gate gets hung and tested before we leave, and the quote you get on paper is the quote you pay. No mid-job surprises, no fence that starts leaning in year two.
What's included
Fences built for Georgia weather.
Chain link
Secure, durable, and affordable — residential and small commercial.
Picket / decorative
Front-yard style without sacrificing dog containment.
Custom & repair
Matching an existing fence, replacing storm damage, gating a gap.
Real fence installation jobs
Recent Work
Our process
From first call to final post.
- 01
Text a photo.
A quick snap of your yard gets you a ballpark the same day.
- 02
On-site walkthrough.
Chad measures the run, talks materials, and writes the quote on paper before he leaves.
- 03
Install.
We set posts, string the run, and hang gates. Most residential jobs take 1–3 days.
- 04
Walkthrough.
We walk the fence with you before we leave. If something's off, we fix it before we call it done.
Pricing
What a fence costs in NE Georgia.
Every yard is different — but here's a real pricing range so you're not walking in blind.
- Wood privacy
- $25–$45
- per linear foot, installed
- Chain link
- $15–$25
- per linear foot, installed
- Custom / repair
- Quoted per scope
Every quote includes: Materials, labor, setting posts, hauling off old fencing, and a final walkthrough.
"I had an excellent experience with CCL Exterior Services from start to finish. Their customer service was top-notch — everyone was friendly, communicative, and truly attentive to my needs. The project itself was incredibly straightforward — CCL laid out every …"
"CCL did a great job and were super professional. I would recommend them for any of your needs."
"Chad and his crew done alot of work for me. The guys were very professional and they done professional work. I would recommend their work."
"Very trusting upfront and honest. Will do the job right with you and your property in mind."
"Chad and his team do a great job. You can trust them and their work for sure. They are reliable. I definitely recommend them."
"Chad and his team does great work. They are honest and reliable. I must say don't always use the cheapest priced company. You get what you pay for and I'm glad we used CCL."
FAQs
Questions homeowners ask us.
How much does fence installation cost in Athens, GA?
A straight wood privacy fence typically runs $25–$45 per linear foot installed in our area — including posts, pickets, labor, and haul-off. Final price depends on length, terrain, material, and gates.
How long does a fence installation take?
Most residential fences go up in 1 to 3 days once we start. We schedule the dig for after utility locates are marked.
Do you pull the permit?
Where a permit is required — some cities in our area require them for 8' fences or corner lots — we'll handle it.
How far off the property line does a fence have to be in Georgia?
Georgia doesn't have a single statewide setback. It's governed by your city, county, and HOA. In Jackson County most residential fences sit directly on or within 6 inches of the property line. We help confirm before we dig.
What's the best time of year to install a fence?
Fall and early spring are ideal — the ground is soft, rain is lighter, and stain cures faster in the staining season that follows.
Where we work
Fence Installation across NE Georgia.
Free quote
Get a free fence installation quote.
Tell Chad about the job. A photo helps.