Guides
Permits, code, and the details that close a project.
Plain-language writeups from the ground — what trips fence projects up in Miami-Dade County, and how to get them closed against the property record.
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Aluminum vs. chain link: choosing the right metal fence in South Florida
Aluminum or chain link? A practical comparison for South Florida properties — curb appeal, cost, security, salt-air corrosion, and pool-code fit.
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HOA fence approval in Miami-Dade: what to know before you build
In many Miami-Dade communities a fence needs HOA approval and a building permit — two separate sign-offs. Here's the sequence, the paperwork, and the risk.
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How much does a fence cost in Miami-Dade? What really drives the price
What actually drives fence cost in Miami-Dade — material, footage, height, gates, terrain, demo, and permits — plus why a flat all-in quote beats a teaser number.
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Miami-Dade pool fence rules: what makes a barrier code-compliant
Miami-Dade pool barrier code in plain terms — minimum height, picket spacing, the 4-inch rule, self-closing gates, permits, and why your city matters.
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Storm-damaged fence? What to do first — and how insurance fits in
A calm, step-by-step guide for South Florida homeowners after a storm wrecks a fence — safety, photos, insurance claims, and the repair-or-replace call.
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Wood fence styles for Miami backyards: picket, shadow box, and privacy
A practical guide to the three wood fence styles we build in South Florida — picket, shadow box, and privacy — and how each one handles Miami heat, rain, and wind.
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Do you need a permit for a fence in Miami-Dade?
Short answer: yes — almost every fence install in Miami-Dade needs a permit. Height, location, pool code, and city vs. unincorporated all change it.
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What happens if a fence permit is left open?
Open fence permits don't fix themselves — they surface in title searches, inspections, and refinancing. Here's what they do to a property, and the fix.
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