Expert Residential & Commercial Fencing in Middlebury, CT

The Town of Middlebury’s Building and Land Use Department enforces specific local zoning regulations to maintain community safety and neighborhood visual standards. Key guidelines include:

• Permit Requirements: Depending on your fence’s height and its proximity to property lines or Middlebury’s extensive wetland buffers, you may need a Zoning Permit, a Building Permit, or both before digging.
• Height & Boundaries: Standard residential side and rear yard privacy fences are generally limited to 6 feet in height. Front yard fences face lower height limits to protect motorist “sight triangles” and street visibility.
• Pool Safety: Adhering strictly to Connecticut State Law, all residential pools in Middlebury must be enclosed by a barrier at least 48 inches (4 feet) high and equipped with self-closing, self-latching gates that open outward.
• The “Good Side” Rule: To respect your neighbors and local property standards, it is standard practice to face the finished, pristine side of the fence outward toward neighboring properties or the street.

Because Middlebury properties often feature large, wooded acreages and unique terrain changes, a property survey or plot plan is highly recommended. Knowing exactly where your property pins are located ensures your new fence is installed accurately within your property boundaries and helps prevent future property line disputes with neighbors.

Absolutely. Sloped yards are incredibly common throughout Middlebury and the Naugatuck River Valley area. Our crews are experts at customizing installations for steep grades, adjusting the fence panels using professional methods to follow the contours of your land smoothly without leaving large gaps at the bottom.

Absolutely. Beyond the manufacturer’s warranties on materials like vinyl and aluminum, we provide a one-year labor warranty on all our installations. We’ve been here since 1930, so you can trust that we’ll be here to stand behind our work.

With more than 95 years of continuous experience, we are some of the region’s most experienced fencing professionals. We don’t believe in generic, one-size-fits-all fixes. Instead, we inspect your specific lot, evaluating the soil composition, slope, and wind exposure to recommend the absolute best structural reinforcement and materials. We offer full-service fence repair, installation, and maintenance, including custom fences and gates to homeowners and business owners across Middlebury and the surrounding areas. Plus, we protect your investment with a one-year labor warranty, backed by a flawless local reputation established way back in 1930. For inspiration, we invite you to view our photo gallery and contact us today to schedule a free estimate.