Person nailing pickets to the rails of a privacy fence - Photovs/Getty Images Whether you have a dog that wants to bark at everything that happens in the adjoining yards or simply want a visual ...

When you want to completely screen out a neighboring yard or building, consider a stockade privacy fence, which is ideal because of its tightly fitted pickets. Before you begin any fence project, take ...

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Dear James: I have always wanted a decorative picket fence around the front of my house. I want to build it myself so that I can afford it. Please give me some design and construction tips. -- Barb N.

Is the idea of a fence on a residential property to keep the kiddos safe, contain Fido, screen an area for privacy or create a decorative backdrop for landscaping? A residential fence usually starts ...

Of all the things you might do to dress up your landscape, few have as much impact as adding a fence. And if it's a picket fence, your yard suddenly takes on a charm and character that's right up ...

When you're ready to build the perfect fence on your property, you have a few options. One of the easiest designs to install involves using pre-assembled fence panels. Rather than having to cut and ...

Dear James: I just moved into a house with a small lot. I would like some privacy in the backyard, so I want to build a panel fence. The yard slopes, so please give me some advice on building it ...

Adding a fence to your property has so many advantages. There's the visual appeal based on the numerous style options available — from white vinyl and ornamental ...