Fencing Waterloo: Average Cost, Permits, and More
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Are you located in the Waterloo region? Are you looking to install a fence? And do you need the details on local costs and bylaws? Well, Citywide has the fencing Waterloo needs!
In this article, we’ll cover the standard costs and features of the most standard fence types, some important Waterloo fencing bylaws, and finally a quick summary of the planning required to build a fence on your own and how CityWide can do the heavy lifting for you.
Your choice of fencing can evoke your own personal style
Fencing Costs
When it comes to choosing a fence, many people’s minds go to the classic residential wooden fence. Although wooden fencing is indeed a great choice for many situations, you may want to investigate the pros and cons of other fence materials and styles, depending on your specific needs and preferences. Fencing Waterloo Region properties allows for lots of flexibility.
Click on the drop-down options below to get an overview of the cost, pros and cons, and examples for each material:
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Cost: $35 - $85 per linear foot.
Pros: Classic look, easily modifiable, can be stained for a personalized look.
Cons: Can decay or discolour without proper maintenance.
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Cost: $45 - $95 per linear foot.
Pros: Striking to look at, easy to clean.
Cons: Can look “plasticky,” are less durable in climates with extreme heat or cold.
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Cost: $18 - $25 per linear foot.
Pros: Cheap and functional, easy to install.
Cons: Doesn’t provide as much visual privacy; looks more industrial.
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Cost: $45 - $100 per linear foot.
Pros: Sturdy, elegant, exceptionally durable. Perfect as a decorative component of a well-planned yard.
Cons: The most expensive option.
The right fence can be an eye-catching feature of your yard
Other Considerations
In addition to basic considerations regarding material, there are a few other factors that will impact the cost of your fence:
Decorative features
Fence height
Quality of material (e.g. Do you want to use a high-quality, durable wood, like Oak, or a lower quality wood like Pine?)
Remember that the removal of your old fence will also take time and will increase the price accordingly. Check out our detailed guide on fence pricing here.
If you’re looking for a quote to work out the finer details of pricing, Citywide is happy to provide. Fencing Waterloo has never been easier.
Always play it safe when it comes to local permits and regulations
Permits & Regulations
Waterloo Region has established bylaws guiding things like fence height, property lines, and more. You can read our detailed article on Waterloo’s local guidelines here.
But whatever you choose to do, there are a few relevant bylaws that will apply to almost any fence you may want to be built on your property:
Front yard fences can be a max of 0.9m (3 ft) high
Rear and interior side yard fences can be a max of 2.4m (8 ft) high
If your lot is on a street corner, the flankage yard fence can be a max of 1.8m (6 ft) high
Fencing cannot be built in either the Daylight Visibility Triangle (DLVT) or Driveway Visibility Triangle (DVT)
Also remember that these restrictions apply anytime you “erect a fence,” which the City of Waterloo defines as any time a fence is altered, constructed, relocated, or more than 50% of a fence is replaced.
For safety, driveway fences can’t be built in either of the Visibility Triangles
Common Infractions
Waterloo Region Common Infractions
The City of Waterloo says that some common infractions to the fence bylaw are:
Fences built in the daylight visibility triangle
Fences that obstruct the visibility of drivers or pedestrians
Fences that encroach onto city-owned property
While the lists above highlight some of the most relevant aspects of the bylaw, they are not exhaustive. For a full list of regulations, refer to the official page of the City of Waterloo.
Follow your local bylaws to ensure your fence is up to code
DIY vs Professional
You can either build a fence yourself or contract a trustworthy company to build it for you. If you want to tackle it yourself, you may want to consider these factors:
Time Investment - Assuming no delays or unforeseen obstacles, you can expect the construction of a fence to take days of work.
Sourcing Materials - Based on the material of the fence you want to build, finding a trustworthy supplier may be difficult, as you’ll want to guarantee that your materials are top quality so your fence lasts a long time.
Tools - If you don’t own them already, purchasing all the tools you need to build a fence (such as saws, levels, appropriate nails, or even a post-hole digger) will add a hefty cost on top of your other expenses.
Weather - Inclement or seasonal weather will interfere with your construction process.
Final Product - Past experience goes a long way in producing a polished end result.
When it comes to fencing Waterloo Region yards, and you want a company that can not only do all the hard work for you but also leave you with a high-quality, professional fence, look no further than Citywide.
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